The SME Equation:  Balancing people, profit and growth.
Corporate Traveller Collective

The SME Equation: 

Balancing people, profit and growth.


Business is changing fast, and staying ahead means finding smarter ways to grow. Our recent CT Collective event at QT Auckland’s rooftop brought together industry leaders to explore the ideas shaping the future of business, from balancing people, profit and growth to smarter travel management, innovation and the trends redefining business travel.

Featuring insights from Air New Zealand and our customer, Vertical Horizonz, the sessions explored values-led leadership, sustainable growth, travel cost savings and what’s next for organisations navigating change.

Missed the event or want to revisit the insights? Watch the sessions on demand below.

Navigating change: 

Inside Air New Zealand's strategic reset

Lucas McWilliam, GM Global Sales and Distribution & Brydie Hill, GM NZ Sales - Air New Zealand


From culture and leadership to AI, sustainability, and the future of business travel, Air New Zealand is navigating a rapidly changing landscape. Lucas McWilliam and Brydie Hill share how the airline is balancing commercial performance with a strong people culture, empowering teams to drive innovation, and preparing for the evolving needs of travellers.

Watch now for insights into Air New Zealand's strategic reset, the trends shaping business travel, and what's next for organisations looking to thrive in a changing environment.


Putting people first while building a growing business

Rozanna Waiari, Head of Business Services - Vertical Horizionz


Vertical Horizonz has grown by putting people at the centre of every business decision. In this presentation, Rozanna, shares how a values-led approach helps balance people, profit, and growth in a changing business environment.

Watch now for practical insights on leadership, sustainable growth, and making smarter business decisions.

Smarter business travel: Practical ways to save time and money


Businesses are under increasing pressure to manage travel costs without compromising the traveller experience. In this session, Matt Niederer and Ange Jones from Corporate Traveller share actionable strategies for driving savings through smarter booking behaviour, fit-for-purpose travel policies, and automated expense management.

Watch now to discover how the right processes and technology can help your business save time, control costs, and simplify travel and expense management.

 

How Vertical Horizonz reduced travel costs by 35%


With a 35% reduction in travel costs, Vertical Horizonz has transformed the way it manages business travel.

In this case study, Head of Business Services Rozanna Waiari explains how greater visibility into travel spend enables faster decision-making, improved accountability, and better outcomes for teams across the country.

Ready for better business travel?


Connect with our team and tap into the knowledge behind you to keep things running smoothly. We’ll help you optimise your approach, unlock better value, and make every trip work harder for your business.

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