About Us
The Italian Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand is a non-profit member-based organization that works to stimulate, facilitate, and foster economic and trade relations between Italy and New Zealand.
The Chamber has been up and running since July 2000 thanks to the support of our valuable members and the many volunteers that made, and still make, the Chamber what it is right now!
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To promote the Italianità and the Made in Italy by supporting Italians seeking to do business with New Zealanders as well as New Zealanders seeking to do business with Italians.
Provide information to and support Italian businesses looking to establish or expand here in New Zealand
Organize and participate in different business and networking events to promote the Italianità
Promote members and members' activities throughout our extensive network of contacts
Keep our members and subscribers up to date about business opportunities and other important news
Offer different types of services
The Chamber is built on the support of many who are passionate about New Zealand-Italy connections like our members and volunteers.
Our Council comprises a talented group of Italians and New Zealanders based in New Zealand with an high standard of professionalism and integrity that operates in accordance with our Statement of Values & Code of Conduct and our Constitution.
Admir Mullaaliu
President
An experienced commercial brand development manager, Admir has held positions as Hotel General Manager for various 5 star hotels and as National Brand Ambassador for Italian premium beer Peroni Nastro Azzurro and was previously Chambers’ Vice President – Auckland.
Admir studied Political Science at Pavia University before moving to New Zealand continuing his studies at Auckland University and Hospitality Management with Hospitality Standards Institute.
Admir represents and leads the Chamber in achieving its mission: to strengthen the economic relationship between Italy and New Zealand. In his mission, the President is helped by the Council and Secretary-General. The council is made of three Vice Presidents (one for each main geographic area) and six Councillors, all with a long experience and deep knowledge in sectors that are key for the aims of the Chamber.
Francesco Petrilli
Auckland Vice President
Flavia Spena
Councilor
Giuliana Petronelli
Councilor
Ricardo Deiana
Treasurer
Alex Campbell
Councilor
Antonio Monteleone
Councilor
To top up the expertise offered by the New Zealand team as well as to ensure continuity of service for the Italian companies interested in the New Zealand market, the ICCNZ can also count on the support of Law. Francesco Mambrini.
Admir Mullaaliu
President
An experienced commercial brand development manager, Admir has held positions as Hotel General Manager for various 5-star hotels and as National Brand Ambassador for Italian premium beer Peroni Nastro Azzurro and was previously Chambers’ Vice President – Auckland.
Admir studied Political Science at Pavia University before moving to New Zealand continuing his studies at Auckland University and Hospitality Management with Hospitality Standards Institute.
Admir represents and leads the Chamber in achieving its mission: to strengthen the economic relationship between Italy and New Zealand. In his mission, the President is helped by the Council and Secretary-General. The council is made of three Vice Presidents (one for each main geographic area) and six Councillors, all with a long experience and deep knowledge in sectors that are key for the aims of the Chamber.
Francesco Petrilli
Auckland Vice President
Ricardo Deiana
Treasurer
Alex Campbell
Councilor
Flavia Spena
Councilor
Giuliana Petronelli
Councilor
Antonio Monteleone
Councilor
Avv. Francesco Mambrini
Italian Support
To top up the expertise offered by the New Zealand team as well as to ensure continuity of service for the Italian companies interested in the New Zealand market, the ICCNZ can also count on the support of Law. Francesco Mambrini (on the left).