BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20210403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20210925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20220402T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20220924T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115236 CREATED:20220329T005754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T005754Z UID:22253-1649077200-1649080800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communicating in the age of misinformation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communicating-in-the-age-of-misinformation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/misinformation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115236 CREATED:20220321T003019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T004648Z UID:22096-1648744200-1648756800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Central Division Comms Catch-up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-central-division-comms-catch-up/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/avida-bar-704107.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T123000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115236 CREATED:20220204T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T005344Z UID:21048-1647423000-1647433800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Developing a Digital PR content strategy. A Masterclass with Charlene White DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-a-digital-pr-content-strategy/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/content-marketing-content-data-blogging-media-publication-information-picture-id976370312.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220228T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220303T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220204T002953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T061550Z UID:21076-1646040600-1646308800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/confident-business-woman-at-the-office-with-arms-crossed-picture-id1324384387-e1643934653123.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220224T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220224T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20211124T014405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T213104Z UID:20010-1645695000-1645704000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/well-ensure-your-query-gets-answered-picture-id1059088660.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T133000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220126T044008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T032249Z UID:20908-1645101000-1645104600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Accreditation in PR – What is it and am I ready? DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/accreditation-in-pr-what-is-it-and-am-i-ready-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/103_PRINZ_2021_3600px-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220126T035756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T042737Z UID:20864-1645099200-1645102800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Events in the time of COVID-19 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/events-in-the-time-of-covid-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1160700188.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220215T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220215T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20211124T012838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T031449Z UID:19984-1644917400-1644926400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/video-conference-vector-id1281074138-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220210T053000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220210T070000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220120T215847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T220904Z UID:20778-1644471000-1644476400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Global Alliance Webinar - AI\, communication and ethics: challenges and opportunities DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/global-alliance-webinar-ai-communication-and-ethics-challenges-and-opportunities/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1279103299.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220209T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220209T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220125T024828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T031300Z UID:20806-1644408000-1644411600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards - writing a winning entry DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-writing-a-winning-entry/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/149_PRINZ_2021_3600px-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220201T210000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220201T220000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20220119T212057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T221012Z UID:20751-1643749200-1643752800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Global Alliance Webinar - Trust in media during the Covid-19 pandemic: Implications for communication professionals DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/global-alliance-webinar-trust-in-media-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-implications-for-communication-professionals/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1319457368.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211214T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211214T183000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20211202T030536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T011442Z UID:20141-1639499400-1639506600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Division Christmas Celebration DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-waikato-division-christmas-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Merry-Christmas-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211208T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211208T193000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20211111T220137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T030012Z UID:19366-1638981000-1638991800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration 2021 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/kirihimete-pati-prinz-central-christmas-party-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Kirihimete-Pati-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211207T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20210929T073117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T014800Z UID:18466-1638869400-1638878400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1190206395.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211123T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211123T163000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115237 CREATED:20210928T235817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T075943Z UID:18349-1637659800-1637685000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Words at Work - November Writing Series DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/words-at-work-november-writing-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Words-at-Work-Header-November-21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211118T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20211103T025219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T005137Z UID:19124-1637256600-1637263800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Kirihimete pāti | PRINZ Southern Christmas Party 2021 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/kirihimete-pati-prinz-southern-christmas-party-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Kirihimete-Pati-2021-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211111T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210929T113219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T214826Z UID:18493-1636623000-1636632000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR Strategy and Measurement DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-strategy-and-measurement/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-894081486.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-strategy-and-measurement/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211102T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210309T041516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T023153Z UID:10787-1635845400-1635955200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Iwi Engagement Christchurch DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/iwi-engagement-chc-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-180744125.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211013T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211013T133000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210917T033108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T232345Z UID:18169-1634128200-1634131800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Difficult conversations and how to handle them - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/difficult-conversations-and-how-to-handle-them/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/priscilla-du-preez-K8XYGbw4Ahg-unsplash-scaled.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211006T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211006T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210704T232914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T014206Z UID:15945-1633512600-1633521600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1188412509.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210824T070937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T011644Z UID:17573-1632916800-1632920400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Developing meaningful client relationships - Pic's Peanut Butter's Story DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-a-meaningful-relationship-with-clients-pics-peanut-butters-story/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Pic-Jac-ad-25082021-1-scaled.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210325T013517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T045510Z UID:11573-1632907800-1633017600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Iwi Engagement Wellington DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/iwi-engagement-wellington/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20180212T005957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T215734Z UID:9712-1632389400-1632398400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Financial Communications - Senior Practitioners Workshop DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/financial-communications-senior-practitioners-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-511655536-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210921T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210809T233500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T084159Z UID:16405-1632225600-1632229200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Gold Winner - ‘Stamping out COVID with a digital handshake’ DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-stamping-out-covid-with-a-digital-handshake/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/23_Community_Jacky-James_The-Shine-Collective-scaled.jpeg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-stamping-out-covid-with-a-digital-handshake/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210811T214458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T014721Z UID:17335-1631620800-1631624400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Gold Winner: Mango and ‘Emerson's Tiny Pub’ DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-mango-and-emersons-tiny-pub/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/75_Experiential_Brianna-Elder_Mango-Communications-Aotearoa-scaled.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-mango-and-emersons-tiny-pub/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210910T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210910T091500 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210810T221142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T235613Z UID:17249-1631260800-1631265300@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Stopping the stigma. Call in the artist\, and let’s do Managed Isolation the Waikato Way DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/stopping-the-stigma-call-in-the-artist-and-lets-do-managed-isolation-the-waikato-way/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/3_Corporate_Claudia-Macdonald_Mango-Communications-Aotearoa-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210908T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210908T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115238 CREATED:20210721T011557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T213340Z UID:16461-1631102400-1631106000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PR agency HMC’s ‘right turn’ to a social enterprise DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-webinar-on-hmc-as-social-enterprise/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/HMC-PurposePR-Newsletter-Pic_Final.png LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-webinar-on-hmc-as-social-enterprise/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210901T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210902T110000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115239 CREATED:20210325T002654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T051741Z UID:11485-1630486800-1630580400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Measurement and Evaluation for Communications DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/measurement-and-evaluation-for-communications/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-1165734855-1-scaled.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210824T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210824T110000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115239 CREATED:20210324T211522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T052347Z UID:11375-1629797400-1629802800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/corporate-social-responsibility-reporting-masterclass/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/CSR-reporting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210811T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210811T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T115239 CREATED:20210720T035659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T030155Z UID:16426-1628683200-1628686800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Winner – FMG’s cyber-security campaign ‘The Big Phish’ DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-winner-fmgs-cyber-security-campaign-the-big-phish/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/35_Internal_Emma-Rowe_FMG.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-winner-fmgs-cyber-security-campaign-the-big-phish/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR