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:20220402T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20220924T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220915T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220915T083000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095733 CREATED:20220719T051648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T011738Z UID:25429-1663227000-1663230600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Parakuihui ki Pōneke DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/parakuihui-ki-poneke/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Breakfast-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220908T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220908T183000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220714T011044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T021749Z UID:25312-1662661800-1662661800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Wellington region PRINZ Fellows' Dinner DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/wellington-region-prinz-fellows-dinner/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/36279835_1482003868570866_212264202960633856_o-190521-071842.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220902T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220610T050024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T231707Z UID:20685-1662111000-1662138000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:In the Hot Seat? Media and Presentation Training for PR and Communications Practitioners at TVNZ – Auckland DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/in-the-hot-seat-media-and-presentation-training-for-pr-and-communications-practitioners-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/iStock-815256426.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220803T044806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T215323Z UID:25783-1661342400-1661346000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Student Members Careers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-student-members-careers-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Add-a-heading-copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220818T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220818T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220627T022017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T011427Z UID:24901-1660815000-1660824000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to get positive news media coverage for your clients in today’s world - A masterclass with Pete Burdon DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/how-to-get-positive-news-media-coverage-for-your-clients-in-todays-world-a-masterclass-with-pete-burdon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/iStock-935941772-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220811T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220811T183000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220713T095749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T234803Z UID:25256-1660235400-1660242600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taking a kaupapa Maaori approach to communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/taking-a-kaupapa-maaori-approach-to-communication/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Careers-in-PR-and-communication-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220810T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220831T190000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220608T003711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T030512Z UID:24495-1660150800-1661972400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Develop your own Digital PR plan - 4 week course DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/develop-your-own-digital-pr-plan-4-week-course/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Integrated-Marketing-Comms.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220810T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220810T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220705T052434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T223721Z UID:25098-1660132800-1660136400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Careers in PR and communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/careers-in-pr-and-communication/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Hosted-by-Fred-Russo-BBR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220726T110000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220719T023655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T023738Z UID:25390-1658829600-1658833200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:New professionals coffee catch-up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/new-professionals-coffee-catch-up/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Untitled-design.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220704T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220704T140000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220621T232744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T062345Z UID:24838-1656939600-1656943200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Online Panel Session – Tips on using and championing plain language DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/online-panel-session-tips-on-using-and-championing-plain-language/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Plain-Language.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220704T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220707T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220610T014535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T014932Z UID:24620-1656927000-1657195200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20200904-Blog-Hero-Product-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220630T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220630T193000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220530T221846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T052000Z UID:24367-1656608400-1656617400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Northern Networking DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/northern-networking/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/la-zeppa-600-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220628T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220628T150000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220316T220217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T083448Z UID:21902-1656408600-1656428400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Right Words - Writing Series with Catherine Arrow DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-right-words-writing-series-with-catherine-arrow/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-17-at-11.40.40-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220531T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095734 CREATED:20220516T044335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T041525Z UID:23850-1654002000-1654005600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Institute of New Zealand National AGM 2022 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-institute-of-new-zealand-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/iStock-1250341206.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220530T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220602T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220509T060708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T013743Z UID:23645-1653903000-1654171200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20200904-Blog-Hero-Product-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220526T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220526T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220316T030439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T004153Z UID:21887-1653557400-1653566400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Integrated Marketing Communications Masterclass - Online Via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/integrated-marketing-communications-masterclass-online-via-zoom/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/iStock-1284787995.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220520T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220520T230000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220406T221718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T002716Z UID:22712-1653071400-1653087600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2022 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2022-prinz-awards-gala-dinner-save-the-date/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/A93Q0202_2019072560823539_20190725105107-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220519T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220519T213000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220426T023012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T002002Z UID:23206-1652985000-1652995800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Dinner DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-dinner/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Non-solo-pizza.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220518T101500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220506T053900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T001446Z UID:23585-1652868900-1652875200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Internal Communications Clinic DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-internal-communications-clinic-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Untitled-design.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220516T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220519T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220407T061009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T053559Z UID:22742-1652693400-1652961600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20200904-Blog-Hero-Product-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220512T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220512T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220412T000052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T025932Z UID:22886-1652356800-1652360400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Riding the Great Resignation Wave DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/riding-the-great-resignation-wave/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/iStock-1350030499.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220503T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220126T041104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T000549Z UID:20795-1651572000-1651579200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to be an Influencer within your Organisation - An Online Workshop with Tracey Bridges DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/how-to-be-an-influencer-within-your-organisation-a-workshop-with-tracey-bridges/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/influence-dictionary-closeup-picture-id476483922.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220406T021416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T034345Z UID:22623-1649764800-1649768400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ hui: Transparency in Public Sector communications DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-hui-transparency-in-public-sector-communications/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PRINZ-21-logo-Long-EnglishTe-Reo-colour-e1649215154193.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T123000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220131T225320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T050210Z UID:20700-1649755800-1649766600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Financial Communications - A Masterclass with Allan Botica DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/financial-communications-101-why-you-should-care-about-financial-comms/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/piggy-bank-picture-id890849784.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220407T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20210930T001345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T034406Z UID:18577-1649323800-1649347200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR 101 CHRISTCHURCH DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-101-christchurch/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-1168910967.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220406T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220406T160000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20210930T000619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T060415Z UID:18532-1649237400-1649260800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR 101 WELLINGTON DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-101-wellington/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-1137594446.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220329T005754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T005754Z UID:22253-1649077200-1649080800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communicating in the age of misinformation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communicating-in-the-age-of-misinformation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/misinformation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T200000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220321T003019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T004648Z UID:22096-1648744200-1648756800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Central Division Comms Catch-up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-central-division-comms-catch-up/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/avida-bar-704107.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T123000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220204T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T005344Z UID:21048-1647423000-1647433800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Developing a Digital PR content strategy. A Masterclass with Charlene White DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-a-digital-pr-content-strategy/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/content-marketing-content-data-blogging-media-publication-information-picture-id976370312.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220228T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220303T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T095735 CREATED:20220204T002953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T061550Z UID:21076-1646040600-1646308800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6th March 2025 - 5:00pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewAre you a recent graduate with a degree in Communications or Journalism? Or maybe you’re a junior practitioner looking for that next step in your career? This is your chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders who have carved out successful careers in the communications field.  Join our panel discussion featuring Denise Mackay\, Emma Ward\, Asher Wilson-Goldman and Jacob McGregor.  This event will explore the career paths in communications\, the skills you need to stand out\, and how to navigate your way to success in this ever evolving field. This event is free for those with waged/unwaged memberships. If you are not a PRINZ member\, join or renew now to unlock the free member rate for this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to Momentum Consulting for generously hosting this event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Denise MackayDenise has worked in the public\, private\, and not for profit sectors\, both in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently she was part of the establishment team\, setting up the communications and engagement function at the new Ministry for Regulation\, and just prior\, was the Director of Communications\, Engagement and Events at Te Puni Kōkiri – the Ministry for Māori Development. Denise is passionate about helping people develop and progress through their PR and communications careers – supporting new grads into their first roles by advocating for internships and targeted hiring\, mentoring and guiding practitioners as they progress their careers\, and by volunteering her time to support the Public Relations Institute of NZ (PRINZ) – our industry body. Denise is a PRINZ Fellow\, and the current Chair. She’s also on the board of Dress for Success Wellington – a global charity that supports woman towards economic independence through employment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emma WardEmma is a senior consultant at Agite with expertise in strategic communications\, reputation management and stakeholder engagement. She has more than 10 years’ experience consulting to clients in both the public and private sectors with a focus on strategic communications and risk management combined with practical implementation. Emma has worked on several high profile\, complex issues\, including the government’s COVID-19 response and several complex public sector reform programmes. Before joining Agite\, Emma held several consultancy roles and was named the Public Relations Institute Sally Logan-Milne Young Practitioner of the Year in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Communication from Massey University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n    Asher Wilson-GoldmanAn experienced communications and engagement leader\, Asher has worked on some of the public sector’s highest profile projects. Having worked as both a contractor and an employee\, he can share the benefits and drawbacks to both approaches. Asher lives on the Kāpiti Coast with his partner\, two cats and the world’s cutest dog.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob McGregorJacob McGregor is a communicator and advocate for Māori voices. He works at VML Aotearoa as the Pou Ārahi Māori and PR Lead. He’s also the Inclusion\, Equity & Belonging Lead for VML across Australia and New Zealand. Jacob started his career at Te Puni Kōkiri\, learning from some of the best in Māori comms. During COVID-19\, he led comms for the Māori response at the Ministry of Health before becoming Principal Engagement Advisor\, where he helped drive initiatives like the health system’s first anti-racism programme. Jacob’s passion for Māori comms comes from his love for his whānau and culture and a commitment to making his ancestors’ vision a reality. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/confident-business-woman-at-the-office-with-arms-crossed-picture-id1324384387-e1643934653123.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR