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New Zealand Project Management Conference & Awards

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21 - 22 May 2025 | Aotea Centre, Auckland

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EMPOWERING OUR WORLD

Empower | Innovate | Succeed

The 2025 New Zealand Project Management Conference, themed Empowering Our World“, shines a spotlight on how each of us has the potential to make a positive impact on our world. Let’s come together as individuals and communities to motivate and inspire each other to drive positive change and build a better future together. 

Join a vibrant community of professionals, share experiences, learn, and celebrate remarkable achievements. 

This year's conference is guided by three key areas

Explore the intersection of skills, business acumen, and culture. Learn how to cultivate high-performing teams, drive sustainable growth, and create a more inclusive workplace that embraces diverse perspectives. 

Ngā Pūkenga Mana | Power Skills

  • Multi-Disciplinary Teams: Develop the leadership skills to take charge and lead teams effectively.
  • Emotional Intelligence: Enhance your emotional intelligence to foster a supportive and understanding team environment.
  • Leadership in Challenging Times: Navigate challenges and obstacles with resilience and adaptability.

Mātau Pakihi | Business Acumen

  • Underrepresented Groups: Empower and celebrate the contributions of underrepresented groups. 
  • Diverse Perspectives: Foster greater acceptance, resilience, and success through diverse perspectives. 
  • Sustainability: Explore how project practices can contribute to sustainable development, achieving the triple bottom line. 

Ahurea | Culture

  • Communication: Enhance work-life balance and enjoyment through open communication. 
  • Leveraging AI: Utilise AI to improve efficiency and drive innovation within teams. 
  • Tailoring Methods: Adapt tools and methodologies to empower teams and enhance performance. 
  • Principles Methodology: Adopt a principled approach to leverage agility and responsiveness

This conference is your opportunity to

  • Develop Essential Skills: Acquire practical tools and strategies to enhance your personal and professional growth. 
  • Gain Valuable Insights: Learn from industry experts, thought leaders, and peers. 
  • Network with Like-Minded Individuals: Connect with professionals who share your passion for making a positive impact on the world. 
  • Be Inspired: Discover innovative approaches to address local and global challenges to foster a more sustainable future. 

By attending this event, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and connections to empower your world – yourself, your team, your organisation, and your community. 
As a member of the Project Management Institute, you can earn PDUs across Masterclasses and the 2-day Conference. 

Join us in Empowering Our World!

An event for all project professionals

This conference is designed for a diverse range of professionals, including: 

  • Project Management Professionals:  Project Managers, PMO/EPMO Managers, Program Managers, Portfolio Managers, and Project Coordinators. 
  • Industry Specialists:  Business Analyst Leads, Agile Specialists, and Project Managers from IT, Construction, and Engineering sectors. 
  • Interacting Professionals:  Business and Technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). 
  • Decision-Makers: Project Sponsors, C-Level Executives, including CEOs, CIOs, CFOs, CTOs, and other key executives involved in project decision-making and resource allocation.

Agenda

Stay tuned… Our 2025 agenda will be announced shortly

While you’re waiting, download the 2024 conference brochure to get a sneak peek on what could await you in 2025. 

Speakers

Stay tuned… Our 2025 speakers will be announced shortly

While you’re waiting, check the agenda tab to download the 2024 conference brochure to get a sneak peek on what could await you in 2025. 

Featured speakers

Jehan Casinader

Journalist, Keynote Speaker, and Mental Health Advocate

Jehan Casinader is a journalist, keynote speaker and mental health advocate.

He was named “Reporter of the Year” at the New Zealand Television Awards, and “Best Political Columnist” at the Voyager Media Awards.

In the aftermath of natural disasters, terror attacks, sporting triumphs and everything in between, Jehan has helped hundreds of Kiwis to share their vulnerable, deeply personal stories with the rest of the country.
A survivor of depression and suicidality, he is the author of This Is Not How It Ends: How rewriting your story can save your life (HarperCollins).
Jehan is a respected voice in the areas of wellbeing, leadership and workplace culture, and shares regular insights with his large audience on LinkedIn. He has a degree in public policy from Victoria University of Wellington.

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Speakers

Tao Chun Liu

Senior Business Consultant and Practitioner
PM Mayors
Tao Chun Liu is a seasoned project management professional with credentials such as an MBA, PMP, AHPP, and DASSM. He has led numerous multimillion-dollar projects across various industries, making him a respected speaker in the field. Tao’s expertise in AI technologies, which he has applied to project management, sets him apart. His experience in digital transformation projects has sharpened his ability to navigate complex organizations and achieve successful outcomes.

Erika Barden

Managing Director
Frank Innovation & Transformation
Erika is the Managing Director of Frank Innovation & Transformation, co-owns several businesses, has 3 kids, and loves to travel. Last year her family ventured overseas to meet relatives and walk the Camino from France across Spain. Their journey encapsulated some life and project manager essentials including: create an inspiring vision, draft a high-level roadmap, identify key milestones, manage stakeholders with care, work within your budget and timeframe, welcome change and have fun!

Jenny Turner

Director
Human Fabric
Jenny Turner (B.Sc. Hons, MBA) is the founder of Human Fabric, a consulting firm focused on building thriving, innovative, neurodiverse teams. With a background in team leadership, change management, and modern business practices, she oversaw Delivery Practice at Beca, enhancing project management systems, processes, and training. Drawing on her own experience with neurodivergence and the latest international research, she helps leaders to create the environment for high performance.

Amany Nuseibeh

Director
Optimal Consulting
Amany Nuseibeh, FPMIA, MBT, PMP, is Director Optimal Consulting, renowned for herprowess as an Enterprise PMO consultant. Her career is a testament to her ability tonavigate and deliver complex projects with finesse, impacting a range of industriesfromaviation to telecommunications. Amany’s expertise has been pivotal to organisations likeQantas Airways, BHP Billiton, Vodafone, University of New Soth Wales (UNSW), AustralianGraduate School of Management (AGSM), The Catholic Diocese of Maitland Newcastle, andState & Federal Government where she has not only delivered multi-million-dollar projectsbut also turned around failing programs and established and managed key PortfolioManagement Offices.Her commitment to the project management professionand community is evident throughher volunteer work with PMI, her roles included PMI Sydney Chapter President, co-chair ofPMI Ethics Member Advisory Group and PMI Chapters Conflict Mediator. These efforts haveearned her the Fellow PMI Australia award andthe PMI Australia Distinguished ContributionAward. Beyond her professional sphere, Amany is a casual lecturer and speaker who valuessharing knowledge.Her qualifications include a BSc in Computer Science, Post Grad in Accounting, Diploma inProject Management, Master of Business and Technology, PMP, CPPD, MoP Practitioner andP3O Practitioner.Her personal pursuits reflect a love for Sydney’s natural beauty, often found enjoyingreflective walks along its scenic beaches.

Shane Hastie

Global Delivery Lead
Skills Development Group
Shane is a practitioner and leader of developers, testers, trainers, project managers and business analysts, helping teams deliver results that align with overall business objectives. He is a published author and hosts the weekly InfoQ Engineering Culture Podcast. He is co-author of the books #noprojects – a culture of continuous value, and The Rock Crusher – a flow-based model for backlog management. He is the International Delivery Lead for Skills Development Group.

Bridget Jolly

Partner
Ernst & Young (EY)
Bridget career has focused developing and leading organisational and transformational change across various sectors. Bridget is Nelson based and when not at work she is looking after her two boys and raising lambs on her family farm.

Cassa Grant

Coach and Facilitator
Cassa Grant Communications
Cassa Grant isn’t just a coach—she’s your secret weapon for showing up like a true boss, armed with clarity, competence, and confidence.
As the creator of programs that take you from “I’m not sure…” to “I got this!”, she’s the go-to success coach for everyone from CEOs to nonprofit powerhouses and small biz owners who are ready to level up.
She’s worked with top companies to build trust, sharpen branding, achieve goals, and create powerhouse cultures.

Victorious Eche

Operations Director
PMI Dallas Tx
Victorious Eche is a senior project manager with extensive experience leading diverse teams, including business analysts, developers, and stakeholders, to successfully deliver complex projects. Known for ensuring clear scope visibility and effective communication, Victorious has a proven track record of driving projects to completion with efficiency and innovation.

Peter Johnston

Director
PJ Consulting
Peter works as an independent consultant across Europe, the US, Australia and New Zealand, applying behavioural science and organisational psychology to drive successful complex programmes. He implemented the ‘Winning Teams’ supplier collaboration strategy on Europe’s largest construction programme at the time, Heathrow Terminal 5. Peter was also a consultant assisting BP to understand the behavioural lessons of the devastating Deepwater Horizon incident in the Gulf of Mexico.

Adrian Morey

Director
OUTCOME Advisory
Adrian is a leading expert in project, program, and portfolio governance, recognised globally as an advisor and author. His impact spans infrastructure, technology, transformation, and for-purpose sectors, where he drives organisational success by designing and implementing effective governance frameworks. Adrian’s tailored solutions have enhanced performance across multiple industries, globally driving project, program, and portfolio success.

Olga Lozova

Project Delivery Manager Capital and Major Projects
Ministry of Education / AUT / PMI NZ
Master’s in Architecture and Construction Management; PhD in Built Environment Engineering (Decarbonization via Green Hydrogen)
Project Delivery Manager for the Ministry of Education NZ Capital and Major Projects
Part-time lecturer at AUT (Construction engineering and construction economics)
Chair and founder of Women in PM under PMI NZ
Passionate about educating the next generation on sustainability and environmental responsibility, and sustainable PM

Mike Roberts

Director
Millpond
Mike Roberts is a director and practice lead with Millpond, and he is well regarded for his approach to leadership and the way he engages people during project delivery.
Mike draws from his own experience and expertise to provide attendees with the concepts and strategies they need to become more effective, inspiring leaders. Mike delivers a message that is both engaging and actionable, leaving attendees feeling motivated and empowered to tackle the challenges of leadership head on.

Masterclasses

Elevate your learning experience with a pre-conference masterclass

Join one of the masterclasses for exclusive, in-depth learnings that delve deeper into specific topics.

These pre-conference masterclasses offer:

  • Expert Insights: Learn from industry leaders and renowned experts
  • Hands-On Training: Gain practical skills and techniques
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals that share your interests.
  • Enhanced Experience: Get even more insights & earn PDUs
 

Come back soon! We will share topics and facilitators shortly.

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Awards

A celebration of conquering challenges and extraordinary accomplishments

We invite nominations for outstanding project management practices that leverage recognisable approaches, frameworks, and methodologies. We want to hear about and celebrate your innovative solutions and impactful results.

Submit a nomination for any of the available categories by completing the online form. This will enable the awards team to streamline the judging phase and offer any necessary assistance, ensuring a seamless nomination process.

Check out what award represents your achievement:

Key award dates

Nominations Open

16 January 2025

Nominations Close

6 March 2025

Judging Completed

3 April 2025

Finalists Announced

10 April 2025

Award categories

Community

Public Sector Project of the Year

Recognises the success of a project and the associated project team, for the superior performance and execution of exceptional project management of all project types in the public sector.

2024 WINNER: Ngā Hau Māngere

Outcomes

PMO of the Year

Recognises a Project, Programme or Portfolio Management Office (PMO/EPMO/VMO) for effectively advancing the maturity of their company’s (or other entity’s) projects/programmes/portfolios.

2024 WINNER: University of Otago EPMO

Awards sponsor - Brosnan

Construction Project of the Year

Recognises the exemplary management and team success in delivering exceptional project performance in the construction sector.

2024 WINNER: Ngā Hau Māngere

Determination

Project Professional of the Year

Recognises a project/programme/portfolio manager for significant achievements or sustained excellence in applying key principles and standards in managing one or multiple projects/programmes/portfolios.

2024 WINNER: Juan Balza

Growth

Emerging Professional of the Year

Recognises an individual in the early stages of their career who is already demonstrating strong project practices and making notable contributions to the project management profession and their organisation or other entities.

2024 WINNER: Lauren King

Innovation

Academic Achievement in Project Management Award

Recognises an individual or team that has advanced the concepts, knowledge, and/or practices of project-based management through research that significantly advances the profession or aspects thereof.

2024 WINNER: Louis Collingwood

Vision

Sustainability Project of the Year

Recognises a project that has excelled in integrating sustainability principles considering the environmental, social and governance aspects throughout its delivery life cycle.

2024 WINNER: Waitoa Biomass Boiler Project

Collaboration

Technology Project of the Year

Recognises exceptional project management and team performance in the successful delivery of a technology-driven project.

 

2024 WINNER: Interested Parties Onboarding Project

Ticket options

Member tickets*

Individual tickets

All access includes conference, welcome function & awards dinner

Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Pre Sale

$1999
$ 1599 + gst
  • Available until 24 January 2025 OR until 50 tickets sold, whichever occurs first. For valid ticket, payment by 24 January 2025.

Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Super Saver

$1999
$ 1699 + gst
  • Available until 21 March 2025 OR until 50 tickets sold, whichever occurs first. For valid ticket, payment by 21 March 2025.

Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Early Bird

$1999
$ 1799 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 2 May 2025.

Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Full Price

$ 1999 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 21 May 2025.

Masterclass tickets

Member Ticket: Masterclass 1

$ 499 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Member Ticket: Masterclass 2

$ 499 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Member Ticket: Masterclass 3

$ 499 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Non Member tickets

Individual tickets

All access includes conference, welcome function & awards dinner

Non Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Pre Sale

$2199
$ 1699 + gst
  • Available until 24 January 2025 OR until 50 tickets sold, whichever occurs first. For valid ticket, payment by 24 January 2025.

Non Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Super Saver

$2199
$ 1799 + gst
  • Available until 21 March 2025 OR until 50 tickets sold, whichever occurs first. For valid ticket, payment by 21 March 2025.

Non Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Early Bird

$2199
$ 1999 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 2 May 2025.

Non Member Individual Tickets: All Access - Full Price

$ 2199 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 21 May 2025.

Masterclass tickets

Non Member Ticket: Masterclass 1

$ 599 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Non Member Ticket: Masterclass 2

$ 599 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Non Member Ticket: Masterclass 3

$ 599 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 20 May 2025.

Group tickets

Multi-Buy 3+ Tickets

All access includes conference, welcome function & awards dinner

All Access Multi-buy 3+ Tickets - Pre Sale

$1599
$ 1499 per person + gst
  • Must be from same organisation and book at same time. Available until 20 December 2024 OR until 50 tickets sold, whichever occurs first. For valid ticket, payment by 20 December 2024.

All Access Multi-buy 3 + Tickets - Full price

$ 1599 per person + gst
  • Must be from same organisation and book at same time.For valid ticket, payment by 21 May 2025.

Awards Dinner

Awards Dinner Only - Individual Ticket

$ 199 + gst
  • For valid ticket, payment by 21 May 2025.

Registration Conditions

Ticket Terms

*Must me a current member of the Project Management Institute

All prices are in New Zealand dollars ($NZD)
A surcharge of 2.5% + GST applies to credit card payments on top of the total amount.
To remain valid, Super Saver and Early Bird tickets must be paid by date quoted.
Group ticket options are valid for registrations from the same organisation, booked at the same time.
By selecting any special pricing offer for classes of organisation, sector, or individuals or using any promotion code, you are asserting to the organiser your right to claim any such pricing offer, and acknowledge the organiser’s right to audit such claim and, if in the opinion of the organiser using its sole discretion the conditions for special pricing are not met, reject any registration.

For full terms & conditions, please visit 

https://www.brightstar.co.nz/terms-and-conditions

Safe events: our live events are run in line with industry best practice and government guidelines

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Brosnan Construction

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