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-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024912 CREATED:20260302T034656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T003515Z UID:55010-1774440000-1774443600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Community Engagement: What it is and how to measure its value - 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/community-engagement-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Imageof6phases_DianaWolkenCommunity-Engagement-e1772584454642.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260414T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260414T124500 DTSTAMP:20260618T024912 CREATED:20251217T222657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093305Z UID:53788-1776159000-1776170700@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading - Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing 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/sub-editing-and-proofreading-key-writing-and-editing-tips-to-make-your-copy-sing-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T091500 DTSTAMP:20260618T024912 CREATED:20260324T045154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T043218Z UID:55353-1776324600-1776330900@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland Breakfast Event: New Zealanders love podcasts - Here's how to make it work for your organisation 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-breakfast-event-new-zealanders-love-podcasts-heres-how-to-make-it-work-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Hays Recruitment\, Level 36\, ANZ Centre\, 23-29 Albert Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260420T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024912 CREATED:20251218T003435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214134Z UID:53803-1776677400-1776945600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation - SOLD OUT 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/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-7/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024912 CREATED:20260326T012209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012209Z UID:55421-1776772800-1776776400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Unlocking Real-Time Salary Insights with LiveRem - 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/unlocking-real-time-salary-insights-with-liverem-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/liverem-1-e1774479532123.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260429T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20251218T010712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T030523Z UID:53814-1777455000-1777478400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management 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/issues-and-crisis-management-8/ LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-design-4-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T090000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260330T040931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T040931Z UID:55472-1777534200-1777539600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Breakfast for the brain: Critical thinking 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/breakfast-for-the-brain-critical-thinking/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260417T050535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T044057Z UID:55952-1777570200-1777577400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:UC Student Networking Event: The Inside Track 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/uc-student-networking-event-the-inside-track/ LOCATION:James Logie Room 613\, 20 Kirkwood Avenue\, Upper Riccarton\, Christchurch\, 8041\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-63.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T124500 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260114T215535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T105512Z UID:53843-1777973400-1777985100@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION: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/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/megaphone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260501T045628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051920Z UID:56319-1778173200-1778178600@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-9/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260203T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T045446Z UID:53825-1778662800-1779278400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation 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-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T173000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260504T040947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T040947Z UID:56336-1779206400-1779211800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Event: Raise a glass to our local PR champions 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/waikato-event-raise-a-glass-to-our-local-pr-champions/ LOCATION:Reggies\, Made Hamilton\, 401 Grey Street\, Hamilton East\, Hamilton\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2025-banners-65.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260420T040810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T025816Z UID:55994-1780498800-1780506000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Annual General Meeting 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/prinz-annual-general-meeting-2026/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-Presentation-4-e1776657428584.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024913 CREATED:20260505T021729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021729Z UID:56351-1780509600-1780520400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Annual Dinner 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/fellows-and-life-members-annual-dinner-2/ LOCATION:The Portland Public House\, 463 New North Road\, Kingsland\, Auckland\, 1021 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-banners-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260412T220914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T001523Z UID:55703-1780560000-1780592400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Conference 2026: Meet the Future 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-conference-2026-meet-the-future/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-60-e1776200241779.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T233000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260414T210700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T044804Z UID:55782-1780597800-1780615800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2026 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner 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/2026-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-61.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260508T005543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T005543Z UID:56545-1781195400-1781204400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Tauranga Winter Mix & Mingle 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-tauranga-winter-mix-mingle/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/406d16f7-3b27-4a8a-bc88-50591131f8c3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260302T033739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T003818Z UID:54988-1782122400-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Incorporating Tiriti-based Principles into Public Relations Practice 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/incorporating-tiriti-based-principles-into-public-relations-practice/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-58.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20251212T033817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T234935Z UID:53684-1782379800-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Hands On with AI 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-with-ai-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260630T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260630T123000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20251217T042649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T230336Z UID:53707-1782811800-1782822600@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-2/ 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:20260707T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260707T133000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260429T031541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T031541Z UID:56243-1783416600-1783431000@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-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260430T045635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T040343Z UID:56260-1784800800-1784808000@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-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260728T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260520T012659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043954Z UID:56851-1785231000-1785326400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials 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/speechwriting-essentials-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260804T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260804T130000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024914 CREATED:20260617T035954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T040112Z UID:57186-1785839400-1785848400@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-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260812T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024915 CREATED:20260617T052105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T052105Z UID:57275-1786525200-1787140800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation 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-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024915 CREATED:20260302T002530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T050443Z UID:54974-1788859800-1789041600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public 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/introduction-to-public-relations-8/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Intro-to-PR-Cover-People-Catherine-Arrow-e1772399595717.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T123000 DTSTAMP:20260618T024915 CREATED:20260309T012034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T024107Z UID:55082-1790155800-1790253000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 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/critical-thinking-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/critical-thinking-age-of-ai.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR