The national celebration of New Zealand’s most inspiring women begins today and applications for the annual Women of Influence Awards are now open.
Presented by Stuff and Westpac, this renowned event returns for the seventh year to recognize the kiwifruit women who make the difference, from the world level to the own backyard.
In addition to the gala dinner on Thursday, October 24th, this year’s program will include a brand new conference series, with five nationwide events in August.
World-renowned fashion designer Karen Walker will host the event in Auckland, while guests will also hear the many varied and stimulating speakers in Tauranga, Wellington, Nelson and Christchurch.
Dates of the lecture series
August 2nd
Tauranga
Zespri Headquarters
17:30 – 19:30
August 8
Nelson
The boathouse
17:30 – 19:30
August 19th
Christchurch
Town hall
7h to 9h
August 22
Auckland
Mercury Theater
7h to 9h
August 28
Wellington
Te Papa Museum
7h to 9h
Sinead Boucher, Managing Director of Stuff, said, “We are very pleased to be able to offer more people an extension of the prestigious and anticipated Women of Influence awards, with events in several regions this year.
“The conference series allows events to celebrate women and create a platform to connect, share and celebrate inspirational stories and achievements that transcend as much as possible, and hopefully encourage more power and greater inspiration than ever.
“We are also fortunate to welcome the lady Silvia Cartwright, former Governor General and pioneer jurist, to the head of the jury.”
Westpac NZ CEO David McLean said the bank was proud to support the Women of Influence program, including the lecture series, to introduce influential women to a wider audience across the country. country.
“The theme of this year’s series is” From the grassroots to globalization “. It presents the stories and ideas of women who make their mark not only nationally and internationally, but also in their own communities and regions, “said Mr. McLean.
“It also provides an excellent opportunity for women from all walks of life to connect and create their networks.
“A woman of influence is a person who creates real change and charts a path for others, at all levels. I encourage everyone to consider nominating someone, be it a friend, a colleague or a long-time acquaintance.
“From the farm to European fashion houses, each of us knows women who have inspired us with their words and deeds. These awards are your chance to give them the recognition and praise they deserve. ”
The ten award categories include: arts and culture, board and management, business, community / non-profit, diversity, global, innovation and science, public policy, rural and youth leaders.
For more information on Women of Influence and this year’s Lecture Series, as well as previous winners, how to nominate and purchase tickets, visit: www.womenofinfluence.co.nz
Key Dates of the Women of Influence 2019 Awards:
Wednesday, May 22 – Opening of applications
Monday, July 15 – closing of applications
Friday 2 – Wednesday, August 28 – Women of Influence Lecture Series, five theaters across the country
Sunday, September 1st – The finalists of the prizes are announced
Thursday October 24 – Awards Dinner, SKYCITY Auckland
2019 Women of Influence Partners, Stuff and Westpac are grateful for the following partners:
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand – Diversity Category Sponsor
DLA Piper – sponsor of the Board and Management category
Massey University – sponsor of the Global category
Mastercard – sponsor of the Innovation and Science category
Ministry of Women – sponsor of the public policy category
Zespri – sponsor of the Rural category
SKYCITY – sponsor of the Community Hero category
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