Inspirational Kiwi Businessman to Speak at Free Event

Media Release, for immediate release, Thursday 29 March

Inspirational Kiwi Businessman to Speak at Free Christchurch Business Event

A high school dropout who went on to become one of New Zealand’s leading entrepreneurial businessmen is coming to Christchurch to share his story of triumphing over adversity, at a free business event.

Steve Lange purchased Tony’s Tyre Services when he was 23 years old, using a loan from his accountant at 28% interest. He grew the business from a single Palmerston North tyre shop to a recognised national brand, overcoming enormous challenges along the way – including nearly going broke twice.

Steve is now giving his time for free to speak to businesses at a one-off, free business event as part of the Get Into It Christchurch campaign. The event is being held on Wednesday 4 April from 5 pm – 7 pm at the Westpac Business Hub and is free for Christchurch businesses to attend.

“Christchurch business people have been through the wringer over the last 18 months and I’m hoping that through sharing the highs and lows of my business career I can provide a bit of encouragement and inspiration – and maybe a few laughs,” says Steve.

The Get Into It Cocktail Event for Business is the final part of the Get Into It Christchurch campaign, which has been running for the last five weeks. The campaign aims to drive business growth by encouraging Cantabrians to rediscover their city and make a concise choice to support local businesses.

More than 100 Canterbury businesses have taken part in the Get Into It Christchurch campaign, and they are all in the running for thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes which will be up for grabs at the Get Into It Cocktail Event for Business.

“The Get Into It Cocktail Event with Steve Lange will give businesses a real dose of inspiration and motivation. It’s also a great chance for business people to network and share stories in a fun and relaxed environment. We’re definitely expecting a full house,” says Recover Canterbury Communications Manager Pip Tschudin.

Any Canterbury business can attend the free event, which is proudly sponsored by Vodafone. To register email registrations@cecc.org.nz or for more information go to www.facebook.com/GetIntoItChristchurch or call Recover Canterbury on 0800 50 50 96.

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