BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T090000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240726T010322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T020212Z UID:42418-1724743800-1724749200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Supporting the Top Table During Times of Change - Breakfast Panel Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/supporting-the-top-table-during-times-of-change-breakfast-panel-event/ LOCATION:Beyond Recruitment\, Level 10\, Perpetual Guardian House\, 99 Customhouse Quay\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/boardroom-1241463-e1721969810170.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240826T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240620T021437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T021437Z UID:41128-1724664600-1724760000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Internal Communications - Innovation Beyond Boundaries DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/internal-communications-innovation-beyond-boundaries-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Internal-Comms-imagery.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T160000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240405T010531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T024044Z UID:38982-1723539600-1723564800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Building High Performing Comms Teams DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/building-high-performing-comms-teams-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headway-5QgIuuBxKwM-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240808T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240808T130000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240604T225723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T223410Z UID:40050-1723107600-1723122000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Media Training for PR & Communications Professionals with Mary Lambie DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/media-training-for-pr-communications-professionals-with-mary-lambie-2/ LOCATION:TVNZ – 100 Victoria Street West\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Most-Influential-Journalists-Today.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T193000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240705T043535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T204604Z UID:41726-1722533400-1722540600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Building collaborative relationships with Māori and iwi organisations - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/building-collaborative-relationships-with-maori-and-iwi-organisations/ LOCATION:39 Vivian Street\, New Plymouth Central\, New Plymouth 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_3938-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T190000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240724T221108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T221158Z UID:42402-1722531600-1722538800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-4/ LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T133000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240627T031837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T031837Z UID:41289-1721910600-1721914200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ 2024 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-2024-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/AGM-PRINZ-image-e1719288150840.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T113000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T130000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240701T021006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T020513Z UID:41548-1721907000-1721912400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The importance of Maaori storytelling: Aukaha News - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-importance-of-maaori-storytelling-the-team-at-award-winning-aukaha-news-share-insights-into-their-mahi-and-kaupapa/ LOCATION:Kākāriki House\, The Wise Group’s Hamilton office\, 293 Grey Street\, Hamilton East ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-waikato-Tainui-PRINZ-Waikato-partnered-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240723T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240730T123000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240319T010014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T035925Z UID:38634-1721725200-1722342600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240717T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240717T193000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123403 CREATED:20240624T052048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T003953Z UID:41202-1721237400-1721244600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Young Journalists Perspectives on the Fourth Estate - PRINZ Panel Event (Hybrid Event) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/young-journalists-perspective-on-the-fourth-estate-prinz-panel-event-hybrid-event/ LOCATION:Room C\, EMA\, Building/145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland 1023 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Types-of-journalism.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T173000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240701T001512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T032940Z UID:41531-1721059200-1721064600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Uni Doesn't Teach You: A Peek into the Real-World of Communications\, PR\, and Marketing DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-uni-doesnt-teach-you-a-peek-into-the-real-world-of-communications-pr-and-marketing/ LOCATION:Te Kōpūroa room in The Pā\, University of Waikato Hamilton Campus ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240610T235117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T222423Z UID:40846-1720690200-1720699200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands on with AI: Essential Skills for PR and Communication Professionals DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-essential-skills-for-pr-and-communication-professionals/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PRKH_AI-took-my-job-e1739323181735.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T190000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240620T030156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T030313Z UID:41144-1720114200-1720119600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-3/ LOCATION:1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240605T005254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T225559Z UID:40651-1719221400-1719230400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Ethics\, Risk & Reputation in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ethics-risk-reputation-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AI-Ethics-cover-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T190000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240503T055117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T185144Z UID:39761-1718904600-1718910000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern Midwinter Mingle DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southern-midwinter-mingle/ LOCATION:Two Thumb Brewing on Colombo\, 380 Colombo Street\, Sydenham Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/two-thumb-brewing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T233000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240605T003516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T223031Z UID:40640-1718903700-1718926200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Robert Walters and PRINZ - A celebration of excellence DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/robert-walters-and-prinz-a-celebration-of-excellence/ LOCATION:Robert Walters Offices – Floor 15\, 2 Hunter Street\, Wellington\, 6011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/shutterstock_479633479.jpg.optimal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240618T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240619T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240121T213124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T014707Z UID:36926-1718703000-1718798400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T110000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T130000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240521T031642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T213905Z UID:40294-1718362800-1718370000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Walk and talk at Fieldays 2024 DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/walk-and-talk-at-fieldays-2024/ LOCATION:Mystery Creek\, Hamilton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/825-Fieldays-Day-28.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T113000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240509T035629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T013217Z UID:39966-1718274600-1718278200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Empathy: a compass for navigating change DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/empathy-a-compass-for-navigating-change/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/empathy-promo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T090000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240521T040412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T191529Z UID:40340-1718265600-1718269200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Learn from a PRINZ Fellow DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow/ LOCATION:Bunsen Café (The Arts Centre): 2 Worcester Street\, Christchurch CBD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/tac-eat-and-drink-bunsen-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T123000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240403T012500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T200425Z UID:38944-1718184600-1718195400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Leveraging GA4 for PR Success: Crafting Custom PR Dashboards with Looker Studio DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/leveraging-ga4-for-pr-success-crafting-custom-pr-dashboard-with-looker-studio/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240606T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240607T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240318T000952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T020439Z UID:38089-1717664400-1717761600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Effective PR Research\, Measurement & Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/measurement-evaluation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20200904-Blog-Hero-Product-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T183000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240509T023739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T002344Z UID:39943-1717522200-1717525800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:First Tuesday - Pub Quiz DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-tuesday-pub-quiz/ LOCATION:Birdcage Tavern: 133 Franklin Road\, Freemans Bay\, Auckland\, 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PRINZ-Auckland-Pub-Quiz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T233000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240312T204833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T193011Z UID:38378-1717007400-1717025400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2024 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner - Tickets Closed DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2024-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Grand Millenium Hotel\, 71 Mayoral Drive\, Cnr Vincent Street\,\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240311T205328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T001211Z UID:38346-1716919200-1716919200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Member's Dinner DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-dinner-2/ LOCATION:374 Karangahape Road\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cocos-cantina.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T090000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20240415T011756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T231224Z UID:39172-1716537600-1716541200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Working Well with Local Media - Tauranga PRINZ Panel Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/working-well-with-local-media-tauranga-prinz-panel-event/ LOCATION:Ground Level/247 Cameron Road\, Tauranga 3140 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tauranga.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240521T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240523T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123404 CREATED:20231210T220715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T020106Z UID:36451-1716282000-1716465600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Strategy & Problem Solving Master Class DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/strategy-problem-solving-master-class/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T230000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123405 CREATED:20240424T013155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T000145Z UID:39477-1715879700-1715900400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Wellington Social Resilience Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/wellington-social-resilience-event/ LOCATION:Exhibitions\, Gallery of Fine Art on 32 Brandon Street\, Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Gallery-shot-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240513T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T120000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123405 CREATED:20231218T034929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T041422Z UID:36587-1715592600-1715860800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy & Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-evaluation-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240509T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240509T193000 DTSTAMP:20261012T123405 CREATED:20240315T011104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T041932Z UID:38514-1715275800-1715283000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Hope\, Resignation or Relief - A High-Profile Panel Discussion on the best ways forward for NZ's Fourth Estate (Hybrid Event) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for a lively and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the forces shaping the future of communications practice and what communicators need to pay attention to now. Our panel brings together experienced professionals from across insights\, reputation and communications to discuss how the profession is changing\, where new opportunities are emerging\, and how practitioners can continue to provide strategic value in an increasingly complex environment. From AI and emerging technologies to trust\, authenticity and reputation\, we’ll examine trends reshaping our practice and discuss what we need to start\, stop and continue doing to remain effective and influential as in-demand professionals. Whether you’re working in-house\, in consultancy\, or supporting leaders through complex issues\, this event will provide practical insights\, fresh perspectives and plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking with colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The discussion will be moderated by Leigh Harris\, Managing Partner at Convergence Communications\, PRINZ Board member and Fellow.This event is sponsored by Isentia\, whose generous support is allowing us to use No. 4 and provide some nibbles for all attendees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the panellists:Ngaire Crawford leads the AI strategy for PR and Communications across the Pulsar Group\, where she is focused on what it means to stay ahead in a world where AI is reshaping the story before anyone has had a chance to tell it. She works across the Isentia and Vuelio brands to help communicators navigate what AI actually means for their work — and to make sure the industry has the frameworks and confidence to move forward. Ngaire has spent her career at the intersection of communications and measurement. With over two decades of experience in communications research\, she champions the power of insight to tell richer stories\, shape smarter decisions\, and prove the true value of communications. A passionate advocate for meaningful measurement\, Ngaire believes great data doesn’t just report impact — it creates it. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donovan Ryan is a Christchurch‑based communications leader with experience across corporate\, public‑sector and agency environments. His work centres on reputation\, stakeholder engagement and helping organisations communicate with clarity in complex environments. He has recently returned from speaking at the IABC World Conference 2026 in Toronto\, where Great Scott received both a Gold Quill and the conference’s Best of the Best award.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Beaumont is the founder of The Reputation Hub\, working with boards\, chief executives and corporate affairs teams on building and protecting reputation. He has seen issues from every side: as a journalist\, as press secretary to two Cabinet Ministers\, and over close to a decade at Chorus\, including as head of corporate affairs\, through the ultra-fast broadband rollout\, one of the largest infrastructure projects in New Zealand’s history. Outside work\, he runs\, plays football and touch rugby and coaches junior sport\, all held together by strapping tape\, ibuprofen and stubbornness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Panel Moderator:Leigh Harris is co-founder and Managing Partner of Convergence Communications\, an independent public relations and strategic business consultancy she has led for more than two decades. A Fellow of PRINZ\, Leigh is an experienced communications practitioner who works at the intersection of reputation\, business strategy and complex issues. Over her career she has advised organisations across the private\, public and not-for-profit sectors\, from emerging businesses through to some of New Zealand’s best-known companies and individuals. As co-owner\, Leigh has helped grow Convergence from its Christchurch roots into a nationally represented consultancy\, while remaining closely involved in client work. Convergence is a previous winner of the PRINZ Supreme Award and received two Gold Awards in 2026. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hope-resignation-or-relief-a-high-profile-panel-discussion-on-the-best-ways-forward-for-nzs-fourth-estate-hybrid/ LOCATION:Room C\, EMA\, Building/145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland 1023 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-4.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR