Auckland's Future, Now
Wednesday 5 August, 8am - 4:30pm, Cordis Hotel, 83 Symonds Street, Auckland
It’s time to act together and advocate together for a better Auckland.
Auckland’s Future, Now is a day for Auckland business leaders to have a mature and robust conversation about challenges and opportunities our region is facing and the actions we need to support our people, our communities and our businesses.
COVID-19's impact on Auckland is outlined in this report, which provides economic context, analysis and commentary to facilitate the discussion at Auckland’s Future, Now.
The day will be opened by ATEED CE Nick Hill and Mayor Phil Goff. Keynote speakers include Rt Hon Sir John Key and Rob Fyfe and the day will conclude with a Q & A with Rt Hon Helen Clark.
Panellists and participants at this invite-only event will share perspectives and practical expertise on the constraints we face and the opportunities ahead.
These insights will help form a business-led agenda for Auckland’s recovery, practical steps for Auckland partners to own, work on, and advocate for, to signal to decision-makers, international and local business that we are leading the way to a transformed regional economy.
Auckland’s Future, Now is proudly hosted by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) – the region’s economic development agency, and an Auckland Council-controlled organisation.
If Covid-19 Alert Levels within New Zealand move to Level 2 or higher, the event will go ahead on a virtual platform.
Programme
This programme is subject to change
Wednesday 5th August
Early Morning
7:15am
Registration opens
8:00am
Mihi: Tracy Davis, Ngā Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara
8:05am
Welcome: Nick Hill, CE ATEED and opening, Mayor Phil Goff
8:12am
Moderator address: Fran O'Sullivan, NZ Inc
8:15am
Keynote: Rob Fyfe
Practical business leadership in the time of global pandemic
8:30am
Keynote: Rt Hon Sir John Key
Leadership in the time of crisis
8:45am
COVID-19 Impact on Auckland:
Re-capping the COVID-19 impact on our economy, our people, and our communities
Moderator Fran O'Sullivan
- John Ballingall, Sense Partners
- Tania Pouwhare, The Southern Initiative
- Susan Peterson, Independent Director
9:30am
International Connection:
How to operate international business with closed borders. Where are the opportunities, what are the constraints, how do we leverage our strengths, our entrepreneurs, and our networks?
Moderator Fran O'Sullivan
- Anna Kominik, Wisk
- Pip Greenwood, Independent Director
- Scott Tasker, Auckland International Airport (AIA)
10:15am Morning tea break
Late Morning
Talent & Education
The labour workforce dynamics have changed. Where and how do we find the right talent and what education is needed for business?
- Frances Valintine, Tech Futures Lab
- Robert Reid, Regional Skills Leadership Group; First Union
- Brett O’Riley, EMA
- Anna Curzon, Xero
Global Haven:
- Michael Lorimer, Grant Samuel
- Sam Witters, AMO Group
- Philly de Lacey, Screentime NZ
- Vanessa Sorenson, Microsoft NZ
Vibrant City Centre & Neighbourhoods
Keeping a vibrant business culture, city centre and local neighbourhoods to thrive in a time of economic stress and unemployment.
- Scott Pritchard, Precinct Properties
- Graeme Stephens, SkyCity
- Viv Beck, Heart of the City
12:45pm Lunch break
Early Afternoon
KEAs World Class Introduction, Toni Truslove, KEA
Recovery for a Sustainable Future:
The decisions we make today, more than ever, create our future. Our sustainable future fosters our environment and our people. What are we doing today for tomorrow?
- Rebecca Mills, The Lever Room
- Rob Campbell, Company Director
- Michael Eaglen, EV Maritime
- Keith Turner, Company Director
Health & Social Cohesion:
We are living through a global pandemic. What role do Auckland leaders have in building social cohesion, supporting healthy workforces and impacted workers?
- Ranjna Patel, East Tamaki Healthcare
- Precious Clark, Maurea Consulting
- Michelle Dickinson, Nanogirl Labs
- Kirstin Te Wao, Vodafone
2:55pm Afternoon tea break
Late Afternoon
- Simon Moutter, Director
- Pat MacFie, Manaaki.io
- Erica Lloyd, Soul Machines
4:20pm
Closing karakia: Tracy Davis, Ngā Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara
Venue Information
Cordis Hotel
Cordis, Auckland
83 Symonds Street
Auckland 1010
P: (09) 379 5132
Getting to Cordis, Auckland
Distance to Hotel
Auckland Airport
18.5km, 20-mins drive
Britomart Transport Station
2.3km, 10-mins drive
Parking options
Public Pay & Display Parking
Wilsons pay and display public car parks can be found near the hotel at:- Liverpool Street (1min walk - 100m)
- 100 Symonds Street (2min walk - 200m)
- 450 Queen Street (7min walk - 400m)
- Wakefield Street (7min walk - 500m)
Contact Us
Auckland’s Future, Now is proudly hosted by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development.
For more information or queries please contact The Conference Company.