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-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:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T193000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250619T024826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T224305Z UID:50045-1753894800-1753903800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Event- He Ara Whakamua: Pathways in Comms DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-event-careers-in-communications-from-first-jobs-to-future-leaders/ LOCATION:University of Waikato – Waikato Management School\, Room MSB 1.36\, Hillcrest Road\, Hamilton\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-banners-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250731T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250731T190000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250625T012932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T025907Z UID:49972-1753983000-1753988400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Crisis Communications and Spillover Effects DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/crisis-communications-and-spillover-effects/ LOCATION:AUT WZ100\, Auckland University of Technology\, 55 Wellesley Street East\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/filters_quality80.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T210000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250619T014124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T214449Z UID:50012-1754415000-1754427600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Tuesdays Pub Quiz DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-tuesdays-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:20250820T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T120000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250602T224057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T030145Z UID:49430-1755682200-1755691200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Hands On with AI DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250901T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250818T031408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T015506Z UID:51437-1756713600-1759251600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland Coffee Connections Programme DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-coffee-connections-programme/ LOCATION:Auckland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/coffee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250904T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250904T090000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250807T222636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T022848Z UID:50718-1756971000-1756976400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Auckland Event: Rethinking Roles - AI\, Ethics and the Future of Communications Teams DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-event-rethinking-roles-ai-ethics-and-the-future-of-communications-teams/ LOCATION:Momentum Consulting Offices\, Shed 20\, Princes Warf\, Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ai-transforming-pr-with-media-monitoring-predictive-analytics-and-enhanced-personalised-communication.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250626T005025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T031852Z UID:50239-1758016800-1758024000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T124500 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250704T020636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T020636Z UID:50311-1758619800-1758631500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading: Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/sub-editing-and-proofreading-key-writing-and-editing-tips-to-make-your-copy-sing-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250817T222722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211201Z UID:51485-1758715200-1758718800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Podcasting for PR - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/unlocking-the-power-of-podcasting-for-pr-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/podcasting-photo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251007T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T120000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250605T001656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T001740Z UID:49447-1759829400-1759924800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials-3/ 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:20251008T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T193000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250919T052201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T231737Z UID:52077-1759944600-1759951800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Pathways to PR: From Student to PR Professional DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/pathways-to-pr-from-student-to-pr-professional/ LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-34.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174454 CREATED:20250710T025459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T031437Z UID:50640-1760434200-1760457600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/issues-and-crisis-management-7/ LOCATION:EMA\, 145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/isses-and-crisis-amangement.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T121500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T134500 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250910T035656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T213338Z UID:51838-1760444100-1760449500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Impact through Strategic Media Engagement DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/christchurch-event-impact-through-strategic-media-engagement/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T110000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250714T042203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200303Z UID:50634-1760607000-1761044400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250926T060526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T005920Z UID:52252-1761134400-1761138000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Adoption of Communication Technologies in PR - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-adoption-of-communication-technologies-in-pr-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CommsTech2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251030T123000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250710T041629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T041822Z UID:47741-1761211800-1761827400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-4/ 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:20251028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T123000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250817T231818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T040147Z UID:51508-1761643800-1761654600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Down the Rabbit Hole: Understanding Government Relations DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/down-the-rabbit-hole-understanding-government-relations/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/alice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T133000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251006T222514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T032733Z UID:52418-1762257600-1762263000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards 2026: What are the judges looking for? - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-2026-what-are-the-judges-looking-for-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250710T234736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T035709Z UID:50697-1762335000-1762950600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/data-driven-storytelling-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/data-driven-storytelling.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250930T084023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T210608Z UID:52142-1762362000-1762369200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Podcasting: Producing\, Pitching and Promoting DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/podcasting-producing-pitching-and-promoting/ LOCATION:Kordia\, Level 3\, 162 Victoria Street West\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20250926T060816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T213750Z UID:52175-1762421400-1762434000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taranaki Event - Hands on AI: From Next to Now DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-ai-from-next-to-now/ LOCATION:Toi Foundation\, 121 Gill Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09_2025-PR-Knowledge-Hub-Mount-Taranaki-and-AI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251104T030039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T230510Z UID:53027-1763035200-1763038800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Delicate interactions: relational skills in public relations consulting - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/delicate-interactions-relational-skills-in-public-relations-consulting-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/relational-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251023T004055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T011845Z UID:50873-1763553600-1763557200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Pead DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-pead/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/250528_PRINZ-297-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251023T011542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T021054Z UID:52787-1764072000-1764075600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Special PR DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-special-pr/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-113-scaled-e1761181180399.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T180000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251104T015458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T030752Z UID:52898-1764255600-1764266400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:A PR Industry Celebration of Resilience and the Importance of Communications DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-communicator-of-the-year/ 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/2025/11/2025-banners-43.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251024T033520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033821Z UID:52850-1764264600-1764271800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with PRINZ Southern DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/celebrate-the-season-with-prinz-southern-2/ LOCATION:Muy Muy\, 44 Welles Street\, Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-banners-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251106T231826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T024617Z UID:52886-1764671400-1764680400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T190000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251106T230557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T230557Z UID:53108-1764696600-1764702000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Internal Communicators Mixer DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-internal-communicators-mixer/ LOCATION:Auckland Transport\, Ground Floor\, 20 Viaduct Harbour Avenue\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-42.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251023T201422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T201507Z UID:52814-1764763200-1764766800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Hamilton City Council DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-hamilton-city-council/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-169-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T153000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260622T174455 CREATED:20251105T233609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T230549Z UID:52910-1764948600-1764954000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Touch Tournament DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-touch-tournament/ LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 203-271 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-banners-38.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR