BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240918T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240918T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240820T034436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T020936Z UID:43012-1726678800-1726684200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Panel Event - The Power of Integrating Marketing and PR: 1+1=3 DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-power-of-integrating-marketing-and-pr-113/ LOCATION:Gallagher Group conference room\, 181 Kahikatea Drive\, Hamilton\, 181 Kahikatea Drive\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pr-marketing-integration.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240912T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240912T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240830T022537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T023611Z UID:43278-1726162200-1726167600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern's Spring Drinks DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southerns-spring-drinks/ LOCATION:The Church Pub\, 124 Worcester Street\, Christchurch\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Nelson-Event-banner-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240905T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240905T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240828T024839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T025418Z UID:43155-1725555600-1725561000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays/ 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:20240903T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240903T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240806T021508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T021910Z UID:42745-1725386400-1725393600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:First Tuesdays Pub Quiz DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-tuesdays-pub-quiz/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PRINZ-Auckland-Pub-Quiz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240726T010322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T020212Z UID:42418-1724743800-1724749200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Supporting the Top Table During Times of Change - Breakfast Panel Event DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/supporting-the-top-table-during-times-of-change-breakfast-panel-event/ LOCATION:Beyond Recruitment\, Level 10\, Perpetual Guardian House\, 99 Customhouse Quay\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/boardroom-1241463-e1721969810170.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240826T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240620T021437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T021437Z UID:41128-1724664600-1724760000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Internal Communications - Innovation Beyond Boundaries DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/internal-communications-innovation-beyond-boundaries-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Internal-Comms-imagery.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013751 CREATED:20240405T010531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T024044Z UID:38982-1723539600-1723564800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Building High Performing Comms Teams DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/building-high-performing-comms-teams-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headway-5QgIuuBxKwM-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240808T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240808T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240604T225723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T223410Z UID:40050-1723107600-1723122000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Media Training for PR & Communications Professionals with Mary Lambie DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/media-training-for-pr-communications-professionals-with-mary-lambie-2/ LOCATION:TVNZ – 100 Victoria Street West\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Most-Influential-Journalists-Today.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240705T043535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T204604Z UID:41726-1722533400-1722540600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Building collaborative relationships with Māori and iwi organisations - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/building-collaborative-relationships-with-maori-and-iwi-organisations/ LOCATION:39 Vivian Street\, New Plymouth Central\, New Plymouth 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_3938-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240801T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240724T221108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T221158Z UID:42402-1722531600-1722538800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-4/ LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T123000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T133000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240627T031837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T031837Z UID:41289-1721910600-1721914200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ 2024 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-2024-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/AGM-PRINZ-image-e1719288150840.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T113000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240725T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240701T021006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T020513Z UID:41548-1721907000-1721912400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The importance of Maaori storytelling: Aukaha News - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-importance-of-maaori-storytelling-the-team-at-award-winning-aukaha-news-share-insights-into-their-mahi-and-kaupapa/ LOCATION:Kākāriki House\, The Wise Group’s Hamilton office\, 293 Grey Street\, Hamilton East ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-waikato-Tainui-PRINZ-Waikato-partnered-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240723T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240730T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240319T010014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T035925Z UID:38634-1721725200-1722342600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well/ 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:20240717T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240717T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240624T052048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T003953Z UID:41202-1721237400-1721244600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Young Journalists Perspectives on the Fourth Estate - PRINZ Panel Event (Hybrid Event) DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/young-journalists-perspective-on-the-fourth-estate-prinz-panel-event-hybrid-event/ LOCATION:Room C\, EMA\, Building/145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland 1023 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Types-of-journalism.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240701T001512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T032940Z UID:41531-1721059200-1721064600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Uni Doesn't Teach You: A Peek into the Real-World of Communications\, PR\, and Marketing DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-uni-doesnt-teach-you-a-peek-into-the-real-world-of-communications-pr-and-marketing/ LOCATION:Te Kōpūroa room in The Pā\, University of Waikato Hamilton Campus ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240610T235117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T222423Z UID:40846-1720690200-1720699200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands on with AI: Essential Skills for PR and Communication Professionals DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-essential-skills-for-pr-and-communication-professionals/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PRKH_AI-took-my-job-e1739323181735.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240620T030156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T030313Z UID:41144-1720114200-1720119600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-3/ LOCATION:1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240605T005254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T225559Z UID:40651-1719221400-1719230400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Ethics\, Risk & Reputation in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ethics-risk-reputation-in-the-age-of-ai/ 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:20240620T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240503T055117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T185144Z UID:39761-1718904600-1718910000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern Midwinter Mingle DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southern-midwinter-mingle/ LOCATION:Two Thumb Brewing on Colombo\, 380 Colombo Street\, Sydenham Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/two-thumb-brewing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T233000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240605T003516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T223031Z UID:40640-1718903700-1718926200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Robert Walters and PRINZ - A celebration of excellence DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/robert-walters-and-prinz-a-celebration-of-excellence/ LOCATION:Robert Walters Offices – Floor 15\, 2 Hunter Street\, Wellington\, 6011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/shutterstock_479633479.jpg.optimal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240618T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240619T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240121T213124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T014707Z UID:36926-1718703000-1718798400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T110000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240521T031642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T213905Z UID:40294-1718362800-1718370000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Walk and talk at Fieldays 2024 DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/walk-and-talk-at-fieldays-2024/ LOCATION:Mystery Creek\, Hamilton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/825-Fieldays-Day-28.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240509T035629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T013217Z UID:39966-1718274600-1718278200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Empathy: a compass for navigating change DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/empathy-a-compass-for-navigating-change/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/empathy-promo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240521T040412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T191529Z UID:40340-1718265600-1718269200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Learn from a PRINZ Fellow DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow/ LOCATION:Bunsen Café (The Arts Centre): 2 Worcester Street\, Christchurch CBD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/tac-eat-and-drink-bunsen-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240403T012500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T200425Z UID:38944-1718184600-1718195400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Leveraging GA4 for PR Success: Crafting Custom PR Dashboards with Looker Studio DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/leveraging-ga4-for-pr-success-crafting-custom-pr-dashboard-with-looker-studio/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240606T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240318T000952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T020439Z UID:38089-1717664400-1717761600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Effective PR Research\, Measurement & Evaluation DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/measurement-evaluation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20200904-Blog-Hero-Product-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013752 CREATED:20240509T023739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T002344Z UID:39943-1717522200-1717525800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:First Tuesday - Pub Quiz DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-tuesday-pub-quiz/ LOCATION:Birdcage Tavern: 133 Franklin Road\, Freemans Bay\, Auckland\, 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PRINZ-Auckland-Pub-Quiz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T233000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013753 CREATED:20240312T204833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T193011Z UID:38378-1717007400-1717025400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2024 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner - Tickets Closed DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2024-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Grand Millenium Hotel\, 71 Mayoral Drive\, Cnr Vincent Street\,\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013753 CREATED:20240311T205328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T001211Z UID:38346-1716919200-1716919200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Member's Dinner DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-dinner-2/ LOCATION:374 Karangahape Road\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cocos-cantina.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T013753 CREATED:20240415T011756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T231224Z UID:39172-1716537600-1716541200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Working Well with Local Media - Tauranga PRINZ Panel Event DESCRIPTION:July 31st 2025 @ 5.30pm - 7.00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewIn today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected world\, a crisis can develop in a matter of minutes. Having a clear playbook of how to communicate to the public and understanding the various spillover effects is crucial to staying ahead of the fallout. PRINZ are delighted to be collaborating with our tertiary partner AUT to bring you a fascinating panel discussion on this important facet of communications headed by one of the most influential international thought leaders on the subject while she is visiting Aotearoa.  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Yijing Wang Ph.D.\,  alongside senior PRINZ members Julien Leys FPRINZ and Dee Crooks\, exploring how organisations can navigate high-stakes moments\, manage public perception\, and mitigate the unexpected spillover impacts that can follow a crisis. Whether you work in comms\, leadership\, or crisis management\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This event is free for PRINZ members and AUT Students and there will be drinks and nibbles provided.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is in collaboration with Auckland University of Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are…Yijing Wang\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor\, Erasmus University RotterdamYijing Wang\, Ph.D. is a strategic communication scholar specialized in the study of crisis communication and sustainability transition. She is Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University Rotterdam. She serves as Chair of the ECREA Risk and Crisis Communication Section\, Editor-in-Chief of Corporate Reputation Review\, and Editorial Board Member of Public Relations Review and Business Horizons. She is the Principal Investigator and Coordinator of the Horizon Europe project CUES (EUR 6.5 million\, 2024-2028)\, a Management Committee Member of the COST Action project Alert Hub (EUR 500\,000\, 2024-2028)\, and a member of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT). Yijing obtained her PhD degree in Corporate Reputation and Stakeholder Management from Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)\, Erasmus University Rotterdam\, ranked among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. She is the author of international publications in leading field journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics\, Journal of International Management\, Business Horizons\, Convergence\, Public Relations Review\, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management\, Journal of Communication Management\, International Journal of Communication\, and Media and Communication. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julien Leys\, Director\, Pendulum StrategiesJulien has over 24 years’ communications experience working in both the private and public sectors. Following completion of a First-Class Master’s Degree in Law\, Julien was appointed as the legal and political adviser to the Minister of Local Government in New Zealand’s first MMP Parliament. After senior positions with leading communications agencies\, Julien established an award-winning consultancy PR Partners which he ran for 10 years. In 2014 PR Partners was merged with Trans-Tasman consultancy SenateSHJ where Julien was the General Manager\, Board Member and a senior Partner until March 2019. Julien left to establish Pendulum Strategies as a strategic corporate communications consultancy with a client list covering energy\, transport\, government affairs\, financial services\, horticulture\, technology\, education and healthcare sectors in New Zealand\, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Julien is a specialist in crisis and issues management\, media relations\, and government relations. He has extensive experience in assisting major clients with complex issues as well as successfully managing crises across the energy\, pharmaceutical\, transport\, public utility\, labour hire\, technology and food / hospitality sectors. He also has extensive experience working with the building and construction sector and was appointed as the Chief Executive of the Building Industry Federation in 2019. Julien is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand\, and a Past Chair of the College of Fellows. He also regularly presents as part of the APR course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dee Crooks\, General Manager\, ProCareDee Crooks is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with more than 20 years’ experience across diverse sectors\, including health\, property\, finance\, insurance\, professional services\, and retail. Her expertise spans a wide range of disciplines\, including external and internal communications\, advocacy\, sustainability\, brand strategy\, and marketing. Dee‘s core specialisation and passion lie in media relations\, reputation management\, and navigating complex issues and crises with strategic precision. Before joining ProCare\, Dee served as Corporate Communications Director at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and as Head of Communications & PR at AMP New Zealand. Her career also includes working for major financial services providers in Auckland and London\, as well as contributing her expertise to industry bodies and public relations agencies. Dee holds a Bachelor of Communications (BCS) from the Auckland University of Technology\, with a major in public relations and event management. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/working-well-with-local-media-tauranga-prinz-panel-event/ LOCATION:Ground Level/247 Cameron Road\, Tauranga 3140 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tauranga.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR