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:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T090000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101542 CREATED:20260330T040931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T040931Z UID:55472-1777534200-1777539600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Breakfast for the brain: Critical thinking DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/breakfast-for-the-brain-critical-thinking/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101542 CREATED:20260417T050535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T044057Z UID:55952-1777570200-1777577400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:UC Student Networking Event: The Inside Track DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/uc-student-networking-event-the-inside-track/ LOCATION:James Logie Room 613\, 20 Kirkwood Avenue\, Upper Riccarton\, Christchurch\, 8041\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-63.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T124500 DTSTAMP:20260723T101542 CREATED:20260114T215535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T105512Z UID:53843-1777973400-1777985100@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/megaphone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260501T045628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051920Z UID:56319-1778173200-1778178600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-9/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260203T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T045446Z UID:53825-1778662800-1779278400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T173000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260504T040947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T040947Z UID:56336-1779206400-1779211800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Event: Raise a glass to our local PR champions DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-event-raise-a-glass-to-our-local-pr-champions/ LOCATION:Reggies\, Made Hamilton\, 401 Grey Street\, Hamilton East\, Hamilton\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2025-banners-65.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260420T040810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T025816Z UID:55994-1780498800-1780506000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Annual General Meeting 2026 DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-annual-general-meeting-2026/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-Presentation-4-e1776657428584.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T210000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260505T021729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021729Z UID:56351-1780509600-1780520400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Annual Dinner DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-annual-dinner-2/ LOCATION:The Portland Public House\, 463 New North Road\, Kingsland\, Auckland\, 1021 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-banners-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260412T220914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T001523Z UID:55703-1780560000-1780592400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Conference 2026: Meet the Future DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-conference-2026-meet-the-future/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-60-e1776200241779.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T233000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260414T210700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T044804Z UID:55782-1780597800-1780615800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2026 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2026-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-61.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260508T005543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T005543Z UID:56545-1781195400-1781204400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Tauranga Winter Mix & Mingle DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-tauranga-winter-mix-mingle/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/406d16f7-3b27-4a8a-bc88-50591131f8c3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260302T033739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T003818Z UID:54988-1782122400-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Incorporating Tiriti-based Principles into Public Relations Practice DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/incorporating-tiriti-based-principles-into-public-relations-practice/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-58.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20251212T033817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T234935Z UID:53684-1782379800-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Hands On with AI DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260707T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260707T133000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260429T031541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T031541Z UID:56243-1783416600-1783431000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Key Stakeholder Engagement DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/key-stakeholder-engagement-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260715T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260618T051650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T031042Z UID:57297-1784116800-1784120400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PassTheMic: Amplifying Voices that Need to Be Heard Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/passthemic-amplifying-voices-that-need-to-be-heard-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2025-banners-71.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260430T045635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T041140Z UID:56260-1784799000-1784808000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260728T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260520T012659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043954Z UID:56851-1785231000-1785326400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260702T004258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T004258Z UID:57577-1785261600-1785272400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Taranaki Quiz Night DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-taranaki-quiz-night/ LOCATION:Ate Fortyone\, 41 Tukapa Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-73.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260804T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260804T130000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260617T035954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T040112Z UID:57186-1785839400-1785848400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T083000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260708T023417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T024021Z UID:57588-1785913200-1785918600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga Breakfast Event with Mike Puru: Podcasting for PR DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-breakfast-event-with-mike-puru-podcasting-for-pr/ LOCATION:Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology\, Tauranga Campus\, 70 Windermere Drive\, Poike\, Tauranga\, 3112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Podcasting-Studio_2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T090000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260715T050614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T014004Z UID:57945-1785915000-1785920400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Learn from a PRINZ Fellow: Insights for internal comms DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow-insights-for-internal-comms/ LOCATION:Black Betty Cafe\, 165 Madras Street\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-banners-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260703T054423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T224834Z UID:57609-1785922200-1785931200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Show Me the Money: Learning the language of Finance DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/show-me-the-money-learning-the-language-of-finance/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-75.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T090000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260715T054428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T054428Z UID:57957-1785999600-1786006800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Kōrero Tika\, Kōrero Māia: Communicating with Māori and Iwi Stakeholders with Confidence and Purpose DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/korero-tika-korero-maia-communicating-with-maori-and-iwi-stakeholders-with-confidence-and-purpose/ LOCATION:The Canopy\, University of Waikato\, Level 2\, The Pā\, University of Waikato\, Hamilton\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-77.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T203000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260703T023126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T213131Z UID:57558-1786041000-1786048200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes the News: Inside the Editorial Decision Room DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-the-news-inside-the-editorial-decision-room/ LOCATION:Foodstuffs Landing Drive\, 35 Landing Drive\, Auckland\, 2022 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-74.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260818T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260825T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260622T040513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T040513Z UID:57329-1787043600-1787659200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260901T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T123000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260629T043519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T221734Z UID:57495-1788255000-1788870600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:From Specialist to Strategic Leader DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/from-specialist-to-strategic-leader/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/TN_Proof_Banner_PRINZ_SpecialistToStrategicLeader.png-Specialist-to-Strategic-Leader-1702-x-630-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260903T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260904T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101543 CREATED:20260622T045558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T024007Z UID:57349-1788426000-1788523200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Effective PR Research\, Measurement and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/effective-pr-research-measurement-and-evaluation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PR-research-measure-evaluate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101544 CREATED:20260302T002530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T050443Z UID:54974-1788859800-1789041600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations-8/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Intro-to-PR-Cover-People-Catherine-Arrow-e1772399595717.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260909T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101544 CREATED:20260617T052105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T030804Z UID:57275-1788944400-1789560000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T123000 DTSTAMP:20260723T101544 CREATED:20260309T012034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215621Z UID:55082-1790155800-1790253000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Critical Thinking in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 25th March 2025 @ 7:30am - 8:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts! PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. This session will focus on strategic stakeholder planning and engagement. Hear from our incredible Fellows\, Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ) from Convergence Communications\, and Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ) from Cherry Red. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on! Join us at Black Betty Café\, grab a coffee (or something yummy from the cabinet) and jump on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business! The event is free for PRINZ members. The event will in the café’s Roastery Room. Walk inside the café and PRINZ Southern Committee members will direct you where to go. We look forward to seeing you all there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are:Jackie Curtis (FPRINZ)Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting Jackie is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting. She has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, she has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and as a result she has great networks within the business community and has experience working on some of the most high-profile communication challenges. Jackie is also an examination accredited member\, a Fellow of PRINZ and current Chair of the College of Fellows. LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson (FPRINZ)Co-founder/Partner\, Convergence Communications Erin is a multi award-winning communications practitioner with extensive experience in all facets of public relations and strategic communications. She began her career in Australia\, working with world leading brands such as Moet & Chandon before moving to New Zealand and taking up an in-house role at the Lyttelton Port of Christchurch. Since co-founding Convergence she’s become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients throughout the country.Erin combines creativity and strategic thinking in her approach to clients’ projects. She is passionate about the power of communities\, the grassroots sharing of information and the importance of listening. She works on community engagement\, stakeholder relations\, media and issues management for many organisations seeking resource consents or embarking on major projects. Erin is also a Fellow of PRINZ and currently the Co-Chair of the Orana Park Wildlife Trust Board. LinkedIn URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/critical-thinking-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/prinz-header-06.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR