BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201337 CREATED:20251024T033520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033821Z UID:52850-1764264600-1764271800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with PRINZ Southern 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/celebrate-the-season-with-prinz-southern-2/ LOCATION:Muy Muy\, 44 Welles Street\, Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-banners-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251106T231826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T024617Z UID:52886-1764671400-1764680400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators 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/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251106T230557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T230557Z UID:53108-1764696600-1764702000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Internal Communicators Mixer 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-internal-communicators-mixer/ LOCATION:Auckland Transport\, Ground Floor\, 20 Viaduct Harbour Avenue\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-42.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251023T201422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T201507Z UID:52814-1764763200-1764766800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Hamilton City Council 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/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-hamilton-city-council/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-169-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T153000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251105T233609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T230549Z UID:52910-1764948600-1764954000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Touch Tournament 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-touch-tournament/ LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 203-271 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-banners-38.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251023T202835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204628Z UID:50885-1765368000-1765371600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Great Scott 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/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-great-scott/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-147-scaled-e1761251303885.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251130T222638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T225043Z UID:53404-1765384200-1765391400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Waikato Christmas 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-waikato-christmas-catch-up/ LOCATION:Hamilton Hotel Bar\, 198 Victoria Street\, Hamilton Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2024-banners-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251209T015537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T015537Z UID:53509-1769594400-1769601600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance 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/communications-and-governance-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260202T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260202T030903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T025909Z UID:54398-1770019200-1772211600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Coffee Connections Programme 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-coffee-connections-programme/ LOCATION:Auckland and Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/coffee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260210T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251209T003736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093815Z UID:53533-1770715800-1770724800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Reputation\, Risk and Ethics with AI - Imperatives for Action 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/reputation-risk-and-ethics-with-ai-imperatives-for-action/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AI-Ethics-cover-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T133000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251209T002019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T025901Z UID:53536-1771407000-1771421400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Key Stakeholder Engagement 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/key-stakeholder-engagement/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260225T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251208T032300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093941Z UID:53542-1772011800-1772020800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators 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/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260226T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260226T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260122T021645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T203016Z UID:54106-1772127000-1772134200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:State of the Sector 2026 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/state-of-the-sector-2026/ LOCATION:ANZ 23 Albert Street\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-banners-49-e1769048188285.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260303T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251210T201612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T094104Z UID:53617-1772530200-1773140400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change 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/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260304T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251209T233424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T092750Z UID:53619-1772616600-1773230400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well 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/telling-our-stories-well-5/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260210T221300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T035049Z UID:54629-1772730000-1772735400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays 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/tauranga-first-thursdays-8/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260223T034023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T034023Z UID:54847-1772731800-1772737200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays 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/auckland-first-thursdays-10/ LOCATION:Sunset Bar\, Sudima Hotel\, 63-67 Nelson Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Nelson-Event-banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260210T013234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T013234Z UID:54567-1773336600-1773342000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Networking Drinks with social scientist\, Carl Davidson 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/christchurch-event-networking-drinks-with-social-scientist-carl-davidson/ LOCATION:Dux Central 144 Lichfield Street\, Christchurch Central City\, Christchurch 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025-banners-55.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260317T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251211T043505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T092906Z UID:53669-1773739800-1774355400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling 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/data-driven-storytelling-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/data-driven-storytelling.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260302T034656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T003515Z UID:55010-1774440000-1774443600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Community Engagement: What it is and how to measure its value - Webinar DESCRIPTION: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/community-engagement-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Imageof6phases_DianaWolkenCommunity-Engagement-e1772584454642.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260414T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260414T124500 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20251217T222657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093305Z UID:53788-1776159000-1776170700@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading - Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing DESCRIPTION: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/sub-editing-and-proofreading-key-writing-and-editing-tips-to-make-your-copy-sing-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T091500 DTSTAMP:20260501T201338 CREATED:20260324T045154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T043218Z UID:55353-1776324600-1776330900@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland Breakfast Event: New Zealanders love podcasts - Here's how to make it work for your organisation DESCRIPTION: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/auckland-breakfast-event-new-zealanders-love-podcasts-heres-how-to-make-it-work-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Hays Recruitment\, Level 36\, ANZ Centre\, 23-29 Albert Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260420T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20251218T003435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214134Z UID:53803-1776677400-1776945600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation - SOLD OUT 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/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-7/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260326T012209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012209Z UID:55421-1776772800-1776776400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Unlocking Real-Time Salary Insights with LiveRem - 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/unlocking-real-time-salary-insights-with-liverem-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/liverem-1-e1774479532123.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260429T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20251218T010712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T030523Z UID:53814-1777455000-1777478400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management 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/issues-and-crisis-management-8/ LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-design-4-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260330T040931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T040931Z UID:55472-1777534200-1777539600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Breakfast for the brain: Critical thinking 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/breakfast-for-the-brain-critical-thinking/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260417T050535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T044057Z UID:55952-1777570200-1777577400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:UC Student Networking Event: The Inside Track 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/uc-student-networking-event-the-inside-track/ LOCATION:James Logie Room 613\, 20 Kirkwood Avenue\, Upper Riccarton\, Christchurch\, 8041\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-63.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260505T124500 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260114T215535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T105512Z UID:53843-1777973400-1777985100@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION: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/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/megaphone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260501T045628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051920Z UID:56319-1778173200-1778178600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays 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/tauranga-first-thursdays-9/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T201339 CREATED:20260203T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T000923Z UID:53825-1778662800-1779278400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation 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/the-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR