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 BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20230401T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20230923T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230124T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230124T103000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221212T023205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T223156Z UID:28195-1674552600-1674556200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Demystifying New Zealand Government Procurement with Andrew Thrift (Members Only Event) DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/demystifying-nz-government-procurement-with-andrew-thrift/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Demystifying-New-Zealand-Government-Procurement-with-Andrew-Thrift-Members-Only-Event-copy-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221208T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221208T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221102T230308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T215006Z UID:27619-1670518800-1670527800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Waikato Christmas Function DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-waikato-christmas-function/ LOCATION:Mr Pickles Bar & Eatery\, 298 Victoria Street\, Hamilton Central\, Hamilton\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-03-at-11.29.53-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221206T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221107T033604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221204T223120Z UID:27662-1670346000-1670353200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Say goodbye to 2022\, and hello to the new PRINZ CEO\, Susanne Martin. DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/say-goodbye-to-2022-and-hello-to-the-new-prinz-ceo/ LOCATION:Pilkingtons Restaurant and Bar\, 41 Shortland Street Auckland CBD\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-09-at-2.50.25-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221201T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221201T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221122T005928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T023109Z UID:27900-1669914000-1669923000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Central Division’s End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-central-divisions-end-of-year-celebration/ LOCATION:The Hudson\, Chews Lane\, 56 Victoria Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Central-Division-Farewell-2022.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221201T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220915T021720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T224933Z UID:26506-1669885200-1669978800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Measurement and Evaluation for Communications DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/measurement-and-evaluation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-1165734855-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221124T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221124T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220929T062347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T213407Z UID:26750-1669311000-1669316400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Goodbye 2022! DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/goodbye-2022/ LOCATION:Casa Publica\, 180 Armagh Street\, Christchurch Central\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Casa-.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221124T140000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221124T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221031T195954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T003752Z UID:27482-1669298400-1669302000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Collective Immunity Protects our Community: Webinar (PRINZ Silver Awards Winner) DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-silver-awards-winner-protective-immunity-protects-our-community-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/istockphoto-1282344509-612x612-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221122T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220824T231143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T224323Z UID:26161-1669118400-1669122000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Winner: When Nature Calls Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-winner-when-nature-calls-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/44_Community_Olivia-Wix_Palmerston-North-City-Council-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221117T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221117T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20221011T022520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T223437Z UID:26961-1668704400-1668713400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:TVNZ – The Grand Tour (provided by PRINZ) DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tvnz-the-grand-tour/ LOCATION:TVNZ – Cnr Victoria St West\, 100 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/TVNZ-press-photos-NSL-dec-2019-28-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221116T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220928T214657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T203131Z UID:26657-1668591000-1668600000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-5/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1190206395.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221115T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221115T130000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220824T035743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T224213Z UID:26125-1668513600-1668517200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Gold Winner: Ōkārito GorseBusters Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-okarito-gorsebusters/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/82_Media_Aaron-Rees_Development-West-Coast.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221110T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221110T183000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220920T103705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T003914Z UID:26583-1668099600-1668105000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Ask an expert: with Strahan Wallis\, CEO Clemenger Group (NZ) DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ask-an-expert-an-hour-with-strahan-wallis-ceo-clemenger-group-nz/ LOCATION:Clemenger Group\, Level 2\, 1 Post Office Square\, Wellington Central\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/PRINZ-CENTRAL-DIVISION-2048-×-1417-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221109T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220912T052203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T011006Z UID:26434-1667988000-1667998800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR 101 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-101-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-1168910967.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221020T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221020T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181159 CREATED:20220929T034404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T010546Z UID:26734-1666287000-1666292400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Secrets of Success DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/secrets-of-success/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/group-of-successful-business-people-happy-in-office-picture-id638748420.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221012T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221012T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220713T024334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T224659Z UID:25214-1665567000-1665590400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/issues-and-crisis-management-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-1220321756-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220929T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220719T023306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T023347Z UID:25404-1664470800-1664481600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Wellington Comms Catch-up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/wellington-comms-catch-up-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Warmfriendlyatmosphere.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220922T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220922T083000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220825T004353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T091831Z UID:26175-1663831800-1663835400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Networking Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-networking-breakfast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Networking-Breakfast.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220915T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220915T083000 DTSTAMP:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220719T051648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T011738Z UID:25429-1663227000-1663230600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Parakuihui ki Pōneke DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220714T011044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T021749Z UID:25312-1662661800-1662661800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Wellington region PRINZ Fellows' Dinner DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 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 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220803T044806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T215323Z UID:25783-1661342400-1661346000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Student Members Careers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 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 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220713T095749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T234803Z UID:25256-1660235400-1660242600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taking a kaupapa Maaori approach to communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220608T003711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T030512Z UID:24495-1660150800-1661972400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Develop your own Digital PR plan - 4 week course DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220705T052434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T223721Z UID:25098-1660132800-1660136400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Careers in PR and communication DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220719T023655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T023738Z UID:25390-1658829600-1658833200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:New professionals coffee catch-up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 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 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220610T014535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T014932Z UID:24620-1656927000-1657195200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220530T221846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T052000Z UID:24367-1656608400-1656617400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Northern Networking DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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:20260623T181200 CREATED:20220316T220217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T083448Z UID:21902-1656408600-1656428400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Right Words - Writing Series with Catherine Arrow DESCRIPTION:Thursday 31st October 2024 @ 4:30pm-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewJoin us for an exclusive event to hear from three senior and accomplished communications leaders based in Ōtautahi Christchurch\, who’ll share their thoughts and insights on the evolving nature of our profession and what lay ahead beyond 2024. Our panel includes Melanie Carpinter (General Manager Communications\, Department of Internal Affairs)\, Jackie Curtis (PRINZ Fellow and Managing Partner\, Cherry Red Consulting) and Phil de Joux (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer\, Lyttelton Port Company)\, who are looking forward to discussing a range of topics and answering your questions. We know the role of communications is constantly changing\, shaped by technology\, heightened expectations from stakeholders and a growing range of disciplines expected of practitioners. Our panel will explore what it takes to build and maintain a modern communications function\, what critical new skills are needed to thrive now and in the coming years\, the role of strategy and influencing in our work\, and how their experiences are shaping their responses to challenges and opportunities such as AI. We’ll be at No. 4 in Merivale and provide some nibbles to enjoy. Please note the event will have a cash bar. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts\, ask your own questions and network with colleagues in Ōtautahi Christchurch.   Note: Our panel will start at 4.45pm and will be held in the Library\, which is located behind the bar at No. 4. Please advise of any dietaries when booking your ticket. Street parking is available\, please allow time to find a park.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Melanie Carpinter Mel (Ngāi Tahu – Ngāti Irakehu) is the General Manager Communications for the Department of Internal Affairs. Mel started out by studying communications and journalism at the University of Canterbury\, and since then has held various communications and engagement roles in the private\, public and iwi sectors\, in New Zealand and overseas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jackie CurtisJackie is APR accredited\, a Fellow of PRINZ and Chair of the PRINZ College of Fellows. She is Managing Partner of Cherry Red Consulting and has been involved in the delivery of communications and public relations for more than 30 years. During her career\, Jackie has worked at the most senior levels within both the public and private sector and both in house and consultancy side. She has experience working on some of the most high profile communication challenges. Jackie’s current client list includes\, among others\, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu\, Citycare\, ACE Aotearoa and Central Plains Water. Jackie is also a member of the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (Family Planning) Board. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phil de JouxPhil joined LPC in November 2018. Phil manages Bulk Cargo\, Stakeholder Engagement\, Communications\, and Environment and Planning\, Sustainability. He has worked in central government and in the private sector\, in both corporate affairs and commercial roles. Phil worked previously as the General Manager for the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and for Air New Zealand as Head of Government and Industry Affairs\, and managed long-haul market expansion in their Networks team. He also worked in Parliament in various roles\, including as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister. Phil has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science from the University of Canterbury. 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 END:VCALENDAR