BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART: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:20251205T153000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251105T233609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T230549Z UID:52910-1764948600-1764954000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Touch Tournament DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251023T202835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204628Z UID:50885-1765368000-1765371600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Great Scott DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251130T222638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T225043Z UID:53404-1765384200-1765391400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Waikato Christmas Catch Up DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251209T015537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T015537Z UID:53509-1769594400-1769601600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20260202T030903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T025909Z UID:54398-1770019200-1772211600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Coffee Connections Programme DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251209T003736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093815Z UID:53533-1770715800-1770724800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Reputation\, Risk and Ethics with AI - Imperatives for Action DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251209T002019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093851Z UID:53536-1771407000-1771421400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Key Stakeholder Engagement DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251208T032300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093941Z UID:53542-1772011800-1772020800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20260122T021645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T203016Z UID:54106-1772127000-1772134200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:State of the Sector 2026 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142221 CREATED:20251210T201612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T094104Z UID:53617-1772530200-1773140400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20251209T233424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T092750Z UID:53619-1772616600-1773230400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260210T221300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T035049Z UID:54629-1772730000-1772735400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260223T034023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T034023Z UID:54847-1772731800-1772737200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260210T013234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T013234Z UID:54567-1773336600-1773342000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Networking Drinks with social scientist\, Carl Davidson DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20251211T043505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T092906Z UID:53669-1773739800-1774355400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260302T034656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T003515Z UID:55010-1774440000-1774443600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Community Engagement: What it is and how to measure its value - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20251217T222657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T093305Z UID:53788-1776159000-1776170700@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading - Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260324T045154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T043218Z UID:55353-1776324600-1776330900@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland Breakfast Event: New Zealanders love podcasts - Here's how to make it work for your organisation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20251218T003435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214134Z UID:53803-1776677400-1776945600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260326T012209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T012209Z UID:55421-1776772800-1776776400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Unlocking Real-Time Salary Insights with LiveRem - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20251218T010712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T030523Z UID:53814-1777455000-1777478400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260330T040931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T040931Z UID:55472-1777534200-1777539600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Breakfast for the brain: Critical thinking DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260417T050535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T044057Z UID:55952-1777570200-1777577400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:UC Student Networking Event: The Inside Track DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260114T215535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T215535Z UID:53843-1777973400-1777985100@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    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:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260203T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T000923Z UID:53825-1778662800-1779278400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260514T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260514T083000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260401T224337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T224337Z UID:55543-1778743800-1778747400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:From Overwhelm to Clarity: Navigating High-Pressure Environments DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/from-overwhelm-to-clarity-navigating-high-pressure-environments/ LOCATION:Auckland Council\, Auckland House\, 135 Albert Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260302T002530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T002530Z UID:54974-1779183000-1779364800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations-8/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Intro-to-PR-Cover-People-Catherine-Arrow-e1772399595717.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260420T040810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T040810Z UID:55994-1780498800-1780506000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Annual General Meeting 2026 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-annual-general-meeting-2026/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-Presentation-4-e1776657428584.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260412T220914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T002634Z UID:55703-1780560000-1780592400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Conference 2026: Meet the Future DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-conference-2026-meet-the-future/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-60-e1776200241779.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T233000 DTSTAMP:20260422T142222 CREATED:20260414T210700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T002341Z UID:55782-1780597800-1780615800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2026 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28th September 5pm-7pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewYou’re invited to our exclusive panel event ‘Working well with the fourth estate’\, tailored specifically for PR professionals. In the dynamic world of PR\, establishing successful relationships with leading journalists is essential. That’s why we’ve assembled a panel of market-leading New Zealand journalists who are at the forefront of today’s media landscape. They’ll provide unparalleled insights and shed light on what effective media relations looks like. This is your chance to tap into their wealth of knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your PR endeavors. They’ll discuss the intersection between journalism and PR\, share success stories\, and offer valuable tips and tricks about securing earned media. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your fellow PR professionals\, share ideas\, expand your network and build lasting relationships. Space is limited so book your tickets now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenters are..Damien Venuto Host of ‘The Front Page’ Podcast The New Zealand Herald Damien is a seasoned writer and editor with over a decade’s experience. He was honored as the Supreme Editor of the Year at the Magazine Publishers Association Awards during their tenure as the Online Business Editor at NZ Herald. Today\, Damien hosts the NZ Herald’s popular daily news podcast\, ‘The Front Page’\, where he delivers 15-minute episodes that delve into the day’s top stories with clarity and precision\, ensuring audiences stay well-informed. Pattrick Smellie Co-founder and Editor BusinessDesk Pattrick Smellie has worked in journalism and political and corporate communications roles since 1983. He is editor at BusinessDesk\, he founded BusinessDesk in 2008 and is co-owner of The Hugo Group\, a briefing service for CEOs. Pattrick was named New Zealand’s best overall columnist and business columnist of the year at the Voyager 2021 Media Awards. Holding the title of former Press Gallery Chairman\, he is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to esteemed publications such as The Dominion\, The Press\, Sunday Star-Times\, and National Business Review Madison Reidy Host of Markets with Madison The New Zealand Herald Senior business journalist and broadcaster Madison Reidy is the host of the NZ Herald’s Markets with Madison twice-weekly digital television show for investors. Her career to date has included working for New Zealand’s largest investment and advisory group Jarden\, TV3’s Newshub and Radio New Zealand’s business programmes. Madison has interviewed top executives and politicians and has earned quality relationships with numerous high-level executives of listed and unlisted companies in New Zealand. Moderator – Kelly Bennett  Founder and Managing Director One Plus One Communications A trained journalist\, Kelly has 25 years international experience in corporate communications and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and successful PR practitioners. He is the former Deputy Chair of the Communication Council’s PR\, Experiential and Social Media Committee (PREScom) and in 2018 was inducted as a Fellow of PRINZ   Kindly supported by    URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2026-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-61.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR