The MINDZ IN ACTION 2025 Conference is designed for professionals, business leaders, and decision-makers looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape. This full-day event will provide expert insights, strategic discussions, and practical tools to help you navigate key challenges and opportunities in business, leadership, and workplace transformation.
With a programme featuring high-calibre speakers and industry experts, this conference will deliver knowledge and strategies that professionals across all sectors can apply immediately.

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Programme Highlights
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Keynote Speaker:
Rob Waddell - Rob Waddell  is a New Zealand Olympic Gold Medalist and double World Champion Single sculler rower, and America's Cup yachtsman. He was Chef de Mission of the 2014 and 2018 New Zealand Commonwealth Games teams, and the 2016 and 2020 Summer Olympics.

Plenary Sessions

• Amy Scott – The role of effective communication in business success
• Datacom – The impact of AI in the workplace and navigating digital transformation
• Paul Retimanu – Understanding the changing nature of today’s workforce
• Mary Lambie – Media training and managing communications in high-stakes situations
• University of Otago & Te Pūkenga – Preparing for the future workforce

Breakout Sessions and Panels

• Business Insights - Katherine Rich, Chief Executive BusinessNZ
• Managing the Current Economy – Insights from Chami Abeysinghe, CEO of Great South
• Recruiting and Retaining the Best Team – Led by Dean Delaney, Platinum Recruitment
• Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace – Addressing key challenges with Sally Marr, Silver Fern Farms
• Economic Growth and Innovation – Mike Horne, CEO of Deloitte on restoring New Zealand’s economic momentum
• Health & Safety – 10 Years On – A look at how workplace safety is evolving

This event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with senior professionals, gain expert perspectives, and engage in meaningful discussions that will shape the future of work and business in New Zealand.

Why Attend?

• Gain practical, real-world insights from industry experts
• Learn strategies to drive innovation, leadership, and business success
• Expand your professional network with like-minded industry leaders
• Stay informed about emerging trends, risks, and opportunities

This conference is ideal for executives, managers, HR professionals, business owners, and anyone seeking to stay at the forefront of industry developments.

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Tickets Costs
Member tickets starting at $395
Non Member tickets starting at $495.00

Not-for-Profit organisations, clubs and charities that are eligible* will receive a 50% subsidy.
Subsidised workshops are due to the generous support of Otago Community Trust.
*Eligibility criteria: Not-for-Profit organisations, charities, and incorporated societies are to be a registered organisation with a NZBN #, Society # or Charities #.
Please provide us with the NFP name when you register. Terms and conditions apply.