BUSINESS SPEAKER
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IN NEW ZEALAND
Inspiring, equipping, and encouraging audiences through faith, creativity, and storytelling.
I speak from lived experience — integrating faith and business, walking in Business as Mission, building collaborations, and creating sustainably with God at the center. My talks are relational, practical, and often delivered in retreats, workshops, and other faith-led entrepreneurship gatherings.
topics I speak on
I draw on years of hands-on experience — building a business with God at the center, navigating seasons of change, fostering meaningful collaborations, and creating sustainably. Every talk is tailored to your audience and event format.
INTERGRATING FAITH & BUSINESS
Practical insights for Christian entrepreneurs and ministry leaders navigating faith-led entrepreneurship with clarity and purpose.
BUSINESS AS MISSION
How entrepreneurship can become a vehicle for Kingdom impact, stewardship, and intentional growth.
COLLABRATION & BOUNDARIES
Building healthy partnerships, aligned relationships, and sustainable practices for long-term success.
SUSTAINABLE CALLING
Protecting your peace, avoiding burnout, and creating a business that lasts while keeping God at the center.
MY PERSONAL JOURNEY
Stories of adventure, obedience, and global volunteering that shaped my faith-led entrepreneurial journey.
what others are saying
My talks are designed to leave a lasting impact—encouraging, equipping, and inspiring you to see God’s hand in your work and take bold steps in faith. Here’s what some people have shared after hearing me speak:
Angee Roberton
Freedom2Focus, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
Listening to Tania speak is like having a conversation with a wise, encouraging friend. She inspires you to step into your calling with confidence and faith.
Kristin Peters
Filmmaker
Gladstone, Missouri, USA
Tania has a unique gift for connecting with people. Her talks are warm, inspiring, and challenge you to see God’s hand in your work while giving tangible tools to grow.
Alicia Hammon
The Laughing Place Bakery
Gladstone, Missouri, USA
Tania’s stories are authentic, engaging, and full of practical insight. She left our team motivated, equipped, and excited to take action in both business and ministry.
watch me share my story
This 2-minute highlight shares how God called me to trust Him fully and step boldly into business — the start of my journey in following Him through what I do.
Tania Hassounia | Business as Mission & Christian Business Speaker and Founder
(pronounced Ha-soon-knee-a)
Inspiring Faith-Led Entrepreneurship Across New Zealand
I’m Tania — the creative entrepreneur behind Faith&Biz and Drawer Full of Giants.
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For over 12 years, I’ve shared stories, insights, and practical guidance in churches, retreats, ministry teams, and business gatherings in New Zealand and internationally. My speaking journey has grown organically — often in relational, relaxed settings rather than formal circuits — and that’s exactly how I love it.
I speak from lived experience — integrating faith and business, building a business with purpose, and walking in Business as Mission. My talks are relational, practical, and delivered in retreats, workshops, and other gatherings for faith-led entrepreneurs.
In every connection, I aim to inspire, equip, and encourage Christian entrepreneurs and ministry leaders to integrate faith and business with clarity, courage, and confidence — all while keeping it relational, real, and hands-on.
bring faith, business & storytelling to your next event
Invite Tania Hassounia, a Business as Mission and Christian business speaker in New Zealand, to your next retreat, workshop, conference, or event.
From podcast interviews to retreats and hands-on workshops, I love creating relational, practical, and inspiring experiences for faith-led entrepreneurs and ministry leaders.
In various speaking engagements - on the radio, on an elephant speaking to camera! In front of an audience and online.
upcoming speaking engagements:
I have spoken to audiences ranging from intimate ministry teams and small business owners to large church congregations and international gatherings. Each talk is designed to inspire, equip, and encourage others to walk boldly in their God-given calling.
May 22-24, 2026: HYVE International - Auckland, NZ
Stay tuned for my topic!
past speaking engagements
May 3rd, 2025: Faith&Biz Conference - Hamilton, NZ
Storytelling from my partnership with God in business
Aug 9-11, 2024: The Deborah Conference and Retreat - Taupo, NZ
The God-side of a Business Model
May 8th 2024: Eastwest College of Inter-cultural Studies - Hamilton, NZ
How We Can Connect Missions and Business + My Personal Story
April 4-7 2024: HYVE International - Sydney, Australia
Business as Mission: The Art of Collaboration and Creating Boundaries
when making an enquiry
To help me best understand your event and how I can serve, please include:
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Event Details: Name, website URL, organizer(s)
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Target Audience: Size, demographics
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Date, Time, Location
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Topics of Interest: Feel free to share your ideas or let me suggest topics that would fit your audience
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Format and Length: Include any Q&A time or special session requests
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Remuneration: Payment, honorarium, or note if it’s a nonprofit event
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Deadlines: Any important dates I should be aware of
I’ll review your details and get back to you quickly so we can discuss how I can bring purpose, creativity, and encouragement to your event.
Ready to collaborate?
the benefits of inviting me to your event
By sharing my journey of reinvention, I help audiences see their potential and take bold steps toward their dreams. My talks inspire, equip, and encourage, making your event impactful.
If time allows, I offer one-to-one creative consulting during events, perfect for businesses, ministries, or individuals seeking personalized guidance. My warm and engaging personality ensures a positive experience for all.
bring your event to life with custom print creations
As a creator of personalized printed products, I love helping you design audience touchpoints that leave a lasting impression — from greeting cards and button pins to notebooks, journals, activity pages, and more.
📧 Email me at tania@drawerfullofgiants.com
Let’s make your event memorable! Check out my TikTok for a glimpse of my creative style.
As a creator of personalized printed products, I’m excited to collaborate with you on audience touchpoints such as greeting cards, button pins, notebook journals, activity pages, promotional items, and more.
Let's make your event memorable. Email me to discuss. Check out my TikTok for a glimpse of my style.
Thank you for sharing your testimony with us today, for breezing into our lives and being an absolute ray of sunshine. You've helped me with my business and been a total inspiration. Many, many, many thank-yous from me to you.
Sarah Kinnaird
Copywriter & Author
Otane, Central Hawkes Bay, NZ