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:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20260223T034023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T034023Z UID:54847-1772731800-1772737200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-10/ LOCATION:Sunset Bar\, Sudima Hotel\, 63-67 Nelson Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Nelson-Event-banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T183000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20260210T221300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T035049Z UID:54629-1772730000-1772735400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-8/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260304T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20251209T233424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T092750Z UID:53619-1772616600-1773230400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-5/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260303T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20251210T201612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T094104Z UID:53617-1772530200-1773140400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260226T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260226T193000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20260122T021645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T203016Z UID:54106-1772127000-1772134200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:State of the Sector 2026 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/state-of-the-sector-2026/ LOCATION:ANZ 23 Albert Street\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-banners-49-e1769048188285.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260225T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20251208T032300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093941Z UID:53542-1772011800-1772020800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T133000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035215 CREATED:20251209T002019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T025901Z UID:53536-1771407000-1771421400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Key Stakeholder Engagement DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/key-stakeholder-engagement/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260210T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251209T003736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093815Z UID:53533-1770715800-1770724800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Reputation\, Risk and Ethics with AI - Imperatives for Action DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/reputation-risk-and-ethics-with-ai-imperatives-for-action/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AI-Ethics-cover-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260202T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20260202T030903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T025909Z UID:54398-1770019200-1772211600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Coffee Connections Programme DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-coffee-connections-programme/ LOCATION:Auckland and Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/coffee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251209T015537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T015537Z UID:53509-1769594400-1769601600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T183000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251130T222638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T225043Z UID:53404-1765384200-1765391400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Waikato Christmas Catch Up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-waikato-christmas-catch-up/ LOCATION:Hamilton Hotel Bar\, 198 Victoria Street\, Hamilton Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2024-banners-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251023T202835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204628Z UID:50885-1765368000-1765371600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Great Scott DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-great-scott/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-147-scaled-e1761251303885.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T153000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251105T233609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T230549Z UID:52910-1764948600-1764954000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Touch Tournament DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-touch-tournament/ LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 203-271 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-banners-38.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251023T201422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T201507Z UID:52814-1764763200-1764766800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Hamilton City Council DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-hamilton-city-council/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-169-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251106T230557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T230557Z UID:53108-1764696600-1764702000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Internal Communicators Mixer DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-internal-communicators-mixer/ LOCATION:Auckland Transport\, Ground Floor\, 20 Viaduct Harbour Avenue\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-42.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035216 CREATED:20251106T231826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T024617Z UID:52886-1764671400-1764680400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251024T033520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033821Z UID:52850-1764264600-1764271800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with PRINZ Southern DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/celebrate-the-season-with-prinz-southern-2/ LOCATION:Muy Muy\, 44 Welles Street\, Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-banners-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T180000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251104T015458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T030752Z UID:52898-1764255600-1764266400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:A PR Industry Celebration of Resilience and the Importance of Communications DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-communicator-of-the-year/ LOCATION:Grand Millenium Hotel\, 71 Mayoral Drive\, Cnr Vincent Street\,\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-43.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251023T011542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T021054Z UID:52787-1764072000-1764075600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Special PR DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-special-pr/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-113-scaled-e1761181180399.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251023T004055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T011845Z UID:50873-1763553600-1763557200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Pead DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-pead/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/250528_PRINZ-297-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251104T030039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T230510Z UID:53027-1763035200-1763038800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Delicate interactions: relational skills in public relations consulting - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/delicate-interactions-relational-skills-in-public-relations-consulting-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/relational-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20250926T060816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T213750Z UID:52175-1762421400-1762434000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taranaki Event - Hands on AI: From Next to Now DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-ai-from-next-to-now/ LOCATION:Toi Foundation\, 121 Gill Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09_2025-PR-Knowledge-Hub-Mount-Taranaki-and-AI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20250930T084023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T210608Z UID:52142-1762362000-1762369200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Podcasting: Producing\, Pitching and Promoting DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/podcasting-producing-pitching-and-promoting/ LOCATION:Kordia\, Level 3\, 162 Victoria Street West\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20250710T234736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T035709Z UID:50697-1762335000-1762950600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/data-driven-storytelling-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/data-driven-storytelling.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T133000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035217 CREATED:20251006T222514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T032733Z UID:52418-1762257600-1762263000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards 2026: What are the judges looking for? - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-2026-what-are-the-judges-looking-for-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T123000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035218 CREATED:20250817T231818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T040147Z UID:51508-1761643800-1761654600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Down the Rabbit Hole: Understanding Government Relations DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/down-the-rabbit-hole-understanding-government-relations/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/alice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251030T123000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035218 CREATED:20250710T041629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T041822Z UID:47741-1761211800-1761827400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035218 CREATED:20250926T060526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T005920Z UID:52252-1761134400-1761138000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Adoption of Communication Technologies in PR - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-adoption-of-communication-technologies-in-pr-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CommsTech2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T110000 DTSTAMP:20260618T035218 CREATED:20250714T042203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200303Z UID:50634-1760607000-1761044400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T121500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T134500 DTSTAMP:20260618T035218 CREATED:20250910T035656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T213338Z UID:51838-1760444100-1760449500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Impact through Strategic Media Engagement DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/christchurch-event-impact-through-strategic-media-engagement/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-30.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR