Creating a City That Attracts Investment, Talent and Innovation

14 Oct 2026

12pm-2pm NZDT

 

Featuring Auckland Central National Party Candidate Candace Kinser, Desley Simpson, Deputy Mayor of Auckland and Sarah Trotman, Chief Executive of Business Mentors New Zealand.
The discussion will explore the practical actions, partnerships and leadership needed to ensure Auckland remains globally competitive over the coming decade.

The Venue
Regatta Room D: Pullman Auckland hotel & Apartments, Cnr Waterloo Quadrant & Princes Street, 1010 Auckland New Zealand

Event Speakers

Councillor Desley Simpson
Deputy Mayor of Auckand
Ōrākei Ward Councillor
Deborah Pead
Founder & Executive Chair
Pead
Candace Kinser
National Party Candidate - Auckland Central
New Zealand National Party
Sarah Trotman, ONZM
Chief Executive Officer
Business Mentors New Zealand Limited