Our Network
The Sustainable Business Network is a powerful community of more than 500 diverse organisations.
Wherever you are on your sustainability journey, we can help.
Our network comprises organisations of all sizes, sectors and locations. There’s a place for everyone.
By belonging to SBN, you’ll be part of a network, a community and a movement that’s helping people and nature thrive.
Benefits of joining
Connect
Connect with like-minded businesses.
New Investor Welcome event (online)
Meet other Impact Investors and introduce your business at a digital meet-up. You’ll learn how to make the most of your benefits and other ways to engage with SBN.
Network & Connect events
Meet other organisations in the network, discuss what’s happening in your business and hear about the latest at SBN. Form new connections in a welcoming and informal setting.
Christmas Gift Guide
Feature your products or services in our popular Sustainable Christmas Gift Guide.
Learn
Upskill your team in sustainability.
Discounted events & courses
Benefit from a 20% discount off all SBN events and courses.
Free sustainability workshop series
Kick-start your sustainability journey and complete a Sustainability Action Plan by attending our Starting out on Sustainability workshop series. One member of your team gets a free spot at all nine sessions (valued at $450). Additional tickets are discounted by 20%.
Discounted sustainability training
Want a tailor-made sustainability course designed for your own organisation? Work with our experts to put your own course together, with a 20% discount.
Free/discounted Leadership in Sustainable Business course
This in-depth course equips you with the knowledge, confidence and commitment to wield real influence on sustainability at all levels in your organisation. There is one free place per year for top tier investors (valued at $5,500+GST) and A 20% discount for all others.
Take Action
Tackle challenging issues together.
Sustainability Self-review
This quick assessment helps us understand your organisation’s sustainability journey so we know how best to help. It links you to relevant tools and resources.
Impact Collectives (online)
Join our Founders Group or Sustainable Procurement groups. Brainstorm solutions to challenges, build relationships, share best practices and drive action with others.
Discounted Advisory
Access a 20% discount off our consultancy services. Our team of sustainability experts has decades of experience making business successful and sustainable in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Profile
Share the great work your business is doing.
SBN newsletter
Share your stories and stay up to date with the latest events and announcements from the network in our newsletter.
Join announcement, logo and certificate
Show you’re a business that cares and takes action by displaying the SBN Investor logo and certificate. When you join the network, we’ll announce it on social media too.
Free listing on Circular Economy Directory (if eligible)
Feature in the Circular Economy Directory, a catalogue of organisations offering circular solutions for businesses. Listing is free for Impact Investors (costs range from $475-$2,295+GST for non-Investors). Apply here.
Promote your events
List your sustainability-related events and courses on our website and in our 'What's On' newsletter.
Invest in sustainability for:
Increased sales
Customers are demanding companies demonstrate good social and environmental behaviour. We help you do that.
Being in business, long term
Sustainability issues impact your supply chains, legal regulations, and so much more. We help you avoid the risks.
Fresh ideas
Sustainability is the world’s most exciting growth market. We’ll inspire you. We’ll connect you to the people and resources you need to make great things happen.
Less costs
Sustainable business is efficient business. We help you find significant savings through sustainability thinking.
New markets
Sustainable products and services are a multi-trillion dollar global growth industry. We advise, assist and connect you with successful sustainable Kiwi export businesses.
Great staff
Ethical behaviour is a major draw card for employees in a tight labour market. We help your workplace inspire the best to join you.
Work to be proud of
Doing good feels great! We help you enjoy your work and connect with invigorating like-minded professionals.
Impact Investors
All members of the Sustainable Business Network are called Impact Investors. This is because joining our network doesn’t just mean you get member benefits, but that you are investing in our wider work. We work on projects to create system change in the key areas of climate, waste and nature. Annual fees go towards this work. We want organisations in our network to feel part of the collective impact we are creating, hence the term ‘Impact Investor’.
How much does it cost to join the network?
The cost of an SBN subscription for individuals is $350 + GST. The cost of an SBN subscription for organisations is related to your business turnover.
0-2 million turnover ($700 + GST)
2-5 million turnover ($1,400 + GST)
5-10 million turnover ($3,500 + GST)
10-50 million turnover ($7,000 + GST)
50+ million turnover ($14,000 + GST)
I'm not part of an organisation. Can I still join SBN?
Yes! You can join as an individual.
Need more details?
Learn more about the benefits of joining and annual fees.
“The more you can align and collaborate with businesses with similar values, also on their sustainability journey - I think you’ve got a head start.”
Hilary West-Reeve, Chief Sustainability Officer - Phoenix Metalman Recycling
“Thank you SBN for supporting the mahi we have been able to do in Te Orewai.”
Delaraine Armstrong, Te Orewai te Horo Trust
“I have personally developed a lot more confidence to stand up and speak about sustainability, and how to bring everyone in my organisation on the journey.”
Attendee, Leadership in Sustainability Course 2021
“The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) has been a significant partner for our brand over the last year. The team has really gone above and beyond to champion our brand and our story in the New Zealand market.”
Jemma Whiten, Director of Marketing, Sustainability and Customer, Emma Lewisham
Get in touch
If you would like to speak to one of our team, email us at [email protected].