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PROGRAMME
THURSDAY
8 SEPTEMBER 6:00PM
FRIDAY
9 SEPTEMBER FROM 7.30AM
7.30AM-8.30AM
8.30AM-9.00AM
9.00AM-10.00AM
10.00AM-10.30AM
10.30AM-11.15PM
11.20AM-12.05PM
12.10PM-12.55PM
1.00PM-1.45PM
1.45PM-2.30PM
2.30PM-3.15PM
3.15PM-3.30PM
3.15PM-3.30PM
Informal Welcome
Networking Drinks sponsored by Giving Architects
Venue to be confirmed
Registration Desk and Trade Expo area Open
Networking Opportunity
Tea and coffee on arrival.
Conference Welcome & Powhiri
Keynote Address
Professor Stuart McCutcheon Former Vice Chancellor, University of Auckland and current trustee, Woolf Fisher Trust.
Morning Tea
Choice of Sessions - 1A, 1B or 1C
Sessions 1A - Bequests Q&A
Ross Scrymgeour Duncan Cotterill Partner
Sessions 1B - Striving to create dynamic, winning teams Insights from the experts
Naomi Wilde Lincoln University & Angela Coe Diocesan School for Girls
Sessions 1C - Virtual engagement and connection
Donnella Aitken-Ferguson University of Otago
Choice of Sessions - 2A, 2B or 2C
Sessions 2A - Major Gifts How they make a difference. Tips of the trade.
Panel of presenters
Sessions 2B - Discover Advancement Emma shares her extensive experience as applied to the local NZ environment.
Emma Zigan Giving Architects
Sessions 2C - A community thrives Covid Giving Day success and tales of inspiring alumni engagement for all ages.
Shelley Keach & Lizzie Dyer Christ’s College
Choice of Sessions - 3A, 3B or 3C
Sessions 3A - Capital campaigns and success stories
Giving Architects
Sessions 3B - Admissions & Enrolments: Getting it right!
Enquiry Tracker
Sessions 3C - Manage your database and grow future relationships
Notice Match
Networking Lunch
Session 4 - A new age of media
Lucy Blakiston Founder of SYSCA
Effective messaging and communication platforms for today’s Gen X Alumni and donors.
Session 5 - Adapt, Strive, Thrive meets TEDx
Industry-specific updates with experts
Refreshment Break
Session 6 - Leading Philanthropy
Panel discussion Facilitator Nicole Bassett University of Auckland Leading philanthropists reveal their inspiring personal stories and the motivation behind their desire to contribute to NZ society.
*PROGRAMME & SPEAKERS
THURSDAY
8 SEPTEMBER 6:00PM-8.00PM
Conference Welcome Event
Networking Drinks supported by Giving Architects, held at Old Government House, University of Auckland
(You will need to choose the registration option with Networking Event included if you wish to attend)
FRIDAY
9 SEPTEMBER FROM 7.30AM
Registration Desk and Trade Expo area open
7.30AM-8.30AM
Networking Opportunity
Tea and coffee on arrival.
8.30AM-9.00AM
Conference Welcome & Mihi
9.00AM-10.00AM
Keynote Address - Philanthropy: the exchange of value
Professor Stuart McCutcheon Former Vice Chancellor, University of Auckland and current trustee, Woolf Fisher Trust.
10.00AM-10.30AM
Morning Tea
10.30AM-11.15PM
Choice of Sessions - 1A, 1B or 1C
Session 1A - Bequests & Wills
Ross Scrymgeour Former Principal and Director of Advancement, assisted by a senior law practitioner, adds expertise and wisdom to this important subject
Session 1B - Striving to create dynamic, winning teams
Naomi Wilde Alumni and Development Manager, Lincoln University and Angela Coe Director of Development, Diocesan School for Girls
Session 1C - Using the virtual environment for engagement
Donnella Aitken-Ferguson Alumni Engagement Manager, University of Otago
11.20AM-12.05PM
Choice of Sessions - 2A, 2B or 2C
Session 2A - Major Gifts Panel from The University of Auckland. How they make a difference. Tips of the trade.
Graeme Steven Development Manager Faculty of Engineering
Catherine Davies Development Manager Manaaki Manewa, Centre for heart health, Nursing and Pharmacology
Laura Dee Associate Director Development
Chaired by Nicole Bassett – Development manager, Liggins Institute, Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Session 2B - Discover Advancement - International best practice applied to the local NZ environment Emma shares her extensive international experience as applied to the local NZ environment.
Emma Zigan Associate Director, Giving Architects
Session 2C - A community thrives: Covid Giving Day success Shelley Keach Senior Development Manager, Christ’s College and Tales of inspiring Alumni engagement for all ages Lizzie Dyer Alumni Manager, Christ’s College
12.10PM-12.55PM
Choice of Sessions - 3A, 3B or 3C
Session 3A - High value donor engagement and Case Study Clive Pedley, Director & Chief Executive, Giving Architects New Zealand
Session 3B - Enquiry, Admissions & Enrolment…
Discover How Technology Can Change Your World - Today!
Antony Campitelli, CEO and Co-Founder, Enquiry Tracker and Carmel Brewster, Business Development Manager, Enquiry Tracker
Session 3C - Social Network - "Friend or foe"
John Batistich, Company Director, Potentiality
1.00PM-1.45PM
1.45PM-2.30PM
Networking Lunch
Session 4 - The Sh*t That They Care About - Messaging and engagement with Gen Z audiences Q&A Session
Lucy Blakiston Co-founder of global media sensation , Shit You Should Care About (SYSCA)
Facilitator Kate Eatts Diocesan School for Girls, Auckland
2.30PM-3.15PM
Session 5 - Meet the Experts: Visit and learn from our fantastic Exhibitors
Conference delegates are invited to the Exhibition floor to Meet the Experts for Industry-specific updates
3.15PM-3.30PM
3.30PM-4.00PM
Refreshment Break
Session 6 - Leading Philanthropy Panel Session
Panel discussion Facilitator Nicole Bassett of University of Auckland
This not to be missed session will provide an insiders view to what motivates philanthropists to give. Two New Zealand philanthropists will share their experience, what motivates their giving, what impacts their decision making, and some of their most enjoyable experiences.
4.00PM-4.30PM
Session 7 - Educate Plus - Your Adapt, Strive and Thrive Partner
Mandy McFarland CEO Educate Plus Australasia
Russell Davidson Haileybury College and Chair of the Board, Educate Plus Australasia
4.30PM-4.45PM
Conference Closing & Member Recognition
Vicki Fowler NZ Chapter President
Closing Karakia
4.45PM-6.00PM
Farewell drinks
A wonderful opportunity to network with fellow members, including Educate Plus Chair of the Board, Russell Davidson, Educate Plus CEO Mandy McFarland and the NZ Chapter Executive.
Sponsored by Giving Architects
*Disclaimer: The programme is subject to change
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