BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20210403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20210925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20220402T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20220924T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220503T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220126T041104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T000549Z UID:20795-1651572000-1651579200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to be an Influencer within your Organisation - An Online Workshop with Tracey Bridges DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/how-to-be-an-influencer-within-your-organisation-a-workshop-with-tracey-bridges/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/influence-dictionary-closeup-picture-id476483922.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220406T021416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T034345Z UID:22623-1649764800-1649768400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ hui: Transparency in Public Sector communications DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-hui-transparency-in-public-sector-communications/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PRINZ-21-logo-Long-EnglishTe-Reo-colour-e1649215154193.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220412T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220131T225320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T050210Z UID:20700-1649755800-1649766600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Financial Communications - A Masterclass with Allan Botica DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/financial-communications-101-why-you-should-care-about-financial-comms/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/piggy-bank-picture-id890849784.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220407T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20210930T001345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T034406Z UID:18577-1649323800-1649347200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR 101 CHRISTCHURCH DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-101-christchurch/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-1168910967.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220406T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220406T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20210930T000619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T060415Z UID:18532-1649237400-1649260800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR 101 WELLINGTON DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-101-wellington/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-1137594446.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220329T005754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T005754Z UID:22253-1649077200-1649080800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communicating in the age of misinformation DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communicating-in-the-age-of-misinformation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/misinformation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220331T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220321T003019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T004648Z UID:22096-1648744200-1648756800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Central Division Comms Catch-up DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-central-division-comms-catch-up/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/avida-bar-704107.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220316T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220204T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T005344Z UID:21048-1647423000-1647433800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Developing a Digital PR content strategy. A Masterclass with Charlene White DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-a-digital-pr-content-strategy/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/content-marketing-content-data-blogging-media-publication-information-picture-id976370312.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220228T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220303T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054546 CREATED:20220204T002953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T061550Z UID:21076-1646040600-1646308800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/confident-business-woman-at-the-office-with-arms-crossed-picture-id1324384387-e1643934653123.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220224T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220224T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20211124T014405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T213104Z UID:20010-1645695000-1645704000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/well-ensure-your-query-gets-answered-picture-id1059088660.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T133000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20220126T044008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T032249Z UID:20908-1645101000-1645104600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Accreditation in PR – What is it and am I ready? DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/accreditation-in-pr-what-is-it-and-am-i-ready-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/103_PRINZ_2021_3600px-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20220126T035756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T042737Z UID:20864-1645099200-1645102800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Events in the time of COVID-19 DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/events-in-the-time-of-covid-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1160700188.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220215T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220215T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20211124T012838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T031449Z UID:19984-1644917400-1644926400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/video-conference-vector-id1281074138-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220210T053000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220210T070000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20220120T215847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T220904Z UID:20778-1644471000-1644476400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Global Alliance Webinar - AI\, communication and ethics: challenges and opportunities DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/global-alliance-webinar-ai-communication-and-ethics-challenges-and-opportunities/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1279103299.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220209T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220209T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20220125T024828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T031300Z UID:20806-1644408000-1644411600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards - writing a winning entry DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-writing-a-winning-entry/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/149_PRINZ_2021_3600px-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220201T210000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220201T220000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20220119T212057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T221012Z UID:20751-1643749200-1643752800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Global Alliance Webinar - Trust in media during the Covid-19 pandemic: Implications for communication professionals DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/global-alliance-webinar-trust-in-media-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-implications-for-communication-professionals/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/iStock-1319457368.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211214T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211214T183000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20211202T030536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T011442Z UID:20141-1639499400-1639506600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Division Christmas Celebration DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-waikato-division-christmas-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Merry-Christmas-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211208T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211208T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20211111T220137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T030012Z UID:19366-1638981000-1638991800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration 2021 DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/kirihimete-pati-prinz-central-christmas-party-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Kirihimete-Pati-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211207T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210929T073117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T014800Z UID:18466-1638869400-1638878400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1190206395.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211123T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211123T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210928T235817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T075943Z UID:18349-1637659800-1637685000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Words at Work - November Writing Series DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/words-at-work-november-writing-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Words-at-Work-Header-November-21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211118T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20211103T025219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T005137Z UID:19124-1637256600-1637263800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Kirihimete pāti | PRINZ Southern Christmas Party 2021 DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/kirihimete-pati-prinz-southern-christmas-party-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Kirihimete-Pati-2021-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211111T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210929T113219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T214826Z UID:18493-1636623000-1636632000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Digital PR Strategy and Measurement DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-strategy-and-measurement/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/iStock-894081486.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/digital-pr-strategy-and-measurement/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211102T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210309T041516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T023153Z UID:10787-1635845400-1635955200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Iwi Engagement Christchurch DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/iwi-engagement-chc-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-180744125.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211013T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211013T133000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210917T033108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T232345Z UID:18169-1634128200-1634131800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Difficult conversations and how to handle them - Webinar DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/difficult-conversations-and-how-to-handle-them/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/priscilla-du-preez-K8XYGbw4Ahg-unsplash-scaled.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211006T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211006T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210704T232914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T014206Z UID:15945-1633512600-1633521600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures – Inside Internal Communication DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1188412509.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210824T070937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T011644Z UID:17573-1632916800-1632920400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Developing meaningful client relationships - Pic's Peanut Butter's Story DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-a-meaningful-relationship-with-clients-pics-peanut-butters-story/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Pic-Jac-ad-25082021-1-scaled.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210929T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210325T013517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T045510Z UID:11573-1632907800-1633017600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Iwi Engagement Wellington DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/iwi-engagement-wellington/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20180212T005957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T215734Z UID:9712-1632389400-1632398400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Financial Communications - Senior Practitioners Workshop DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/financial-communications-senior-practitioners-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/iStock-511655536-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210921T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210809T233500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T084159Z UID:16405-1632225600-1632229200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Gold Winner - ‘Stamping out COVID with a digital handshake’ DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-stamping-out-covid-with-a-digital-handshake/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/23_Community_Jacky-James_The-Shine-Collective-scaled.jpeg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-stamping-out-covid-with-a-digital-handshake/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T054547 CREATED:20210811T214458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T014721Z UID:17335-1631620800-1631624400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards Gold Winner: Mango and ‘Emerson's Tiny Pub’ DESCRIPTION:16 November 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewFor years\, PR professionals have grappled with the challenge of securing a seat at the executive table. Many have laddered up to roles in Marketing\, Human Resources executives\, or even Legal heads. But with the evolving global landscape\, marked by increasing complexities and the unprecedented climate crisis\, CEOs are increasingly looking for adept communicators to navigate the organisation through uncertainty. The crucial question that arises is: how can you secure your seat at the table of decision-makers? Gain valuable insights from some of New Zealand’s foremost PR experts\, who will come together in a panel to bring first-hand experience from their roles within executive leadership teams. To ensure a robust and valuable conversation for attendees\, this event will have limited tickets available and operate under Chatham House Rules.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leela Gantman\, Director of Corporate Relations and Sustainability at Spark New Zealand Leela joined Spark as Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director in January 2020\, bringing with her over 20 years’ experience in corporate and agency roles in New Zealand and Australia. Prior to joining Spark Leela was Head of Communications at Fletcher Building\, and before this External Relations Director at beverages group Lion in Australia. Before heading inhouse Leela worked across several Australian PR agencies\, including Weber Shandwick and Professional Public Relations.  As Spark’s Corporate Relations and Sustainability Director Leela is responsible for reputation management\, internal communications\, government\, industry\, and community engagement\, sustainability strategy\, and the charitable activities of the Spark Foundation. She also serves as a Trustee on the Spark Foundation Board. Leela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Parussini\, Executive General Manager of Public\, Consumer and Govt Affairs at ANZ Peter is responsible for ANZ’s external and internal communications\, government relations\, corporate social responsibility\, environmental\, social and governance (ESG) and customer relations. Peter has more than 30 years’ experience in corporate affairs\, including international affairs\, mergers and acquisitions\, national and education campaigns\, sports marketing\, journalism and local and central government. Peter has won national and international public relations awards\, has been recognised for his work in low decile schools\, is a published author and sits on a number of boards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Abbott\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Contact Energy Chris Abbott in Contact Energy’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Chris is responsible for Contact’s communications\, sustainability\, legal\, government relations and regulatory functions.  Chris has previously held senior roles in regulation\, economics and public policy in the telecommunications and finance sectors both in New Zealand and the UK.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Shipley\, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at The Warehouse Group (TWG) Anna is a Corporate Affairs\, Marketing and Communications leader with global expertise and experience. She joined the leadership team at The Warehouse Group (TWG) in October 2022 in a newly created role as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.  Prior to TWG\, Anna was General Manager Corporate Affairs at BNZ\, as well as Director of Communications for Nokia China and APAC based in Beijing\, and Head of Communications for Nokia & UK based in London. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-mango-and-emersons-tiny-pub/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/75_Experiential_Brianna-Elder_Mango-Communications-Aotearoa-scaled.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-gold-winner-mango-and-emersons-tiny-pub/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR