Jay Carter: Identity constantly evolving

Jay Carter Golf National NZ Coach talks about his wellbeing journey

Jay Carter shares with us his personal journey as an athlete, the times he was tested and learned valuable lessons about himself! We also talk about his 12 hour walk, immersing yourself in nature, the impact of community involvement and our relationship with being uncomfortable!

Bridget Williams: Threading beads of growth

Bridget Williams the path to Bead & Proceed and her wellbeing journey!

Energy, tools and perspective are three things you’ll get from this kōrero! We talk to Bridget about her business Bead & Proceed and the journey to founding it! We also delve into using your strengths, her 3 C’s concepts, the power of journaling, becoming a ‘runner’, being creative and knowing your strengths!

Miria Flavell: Trusting your point of difference

Miria Flavell talking about the journey of Hine and wellbeing

We kōrero to Miria about her journey with identity and why it is important for her that Te Reo Māori and Te Ao Māori are at the forefront of all she does! We also talk about entrepreneurship and navigating growing a business with a supportive community, the negotiable of exercise, her beliefs in sticking true to who you are and so much more!

Brodie Kane: Finding your why

Brodie Kane talking about her wellbeing journey and finding your why

From growing up in an active surf-lifesaving family to owning her own media business, we talk to Brodie about her wellbeing and all the in-between of her journey so far! From running marathons to making time for yourself and finding your why in the middle!

Dr Angela Lim: Life’s work through Clearhead

Dr Angela Lim from Clearhead talking about her wellbeing journey and the mahi of Clearhead

Angela shares with us the story of founding Clearhead and her passion behind the incredible mahi that they do! She also talks about the importance of finding what works for you, journaling, block meetings from productivity, assumption checks and how they implement this at Clearhead, and why fairness is her ultimate value!

Phil Thomson: Opportunities through tech

Phil Thomson talking about his wellbeing journey, founding Auror and the power of technology

During this kōrero we delve into Phil’s journey from a curious mind to founding a tech company that is changing the game for our communities! We also talk about hiring epic people, diversity, exercise as a must, resilience, leading a team and so much more, take a peek and have a listen!

Shiray Kaka: Showing up as yourself

Shiray Kaka talking about her wellbeing journey

Our epic kōrero with Shiray dives into her journey learning the samoan language, the importance of showing up as yourself in all environments, the value of patience and a few tips about procrastination and happiness! Of course there is multiple laughs weaved in as well!

Theresa Gattung: Making positive change happen

Theresa Gattung shares with us her wellbeing journey

In this kōrero with Theresa we delve into her learning’s as a leader and the power of using your voice to stand up for others and make change happen! We also talk about the importance of sleep, doing the little things that make you feel good, and understanding what you need to be at your best!

Cam Calkoen: Reaching the pinnacle

Cam Calkoen shares his wellbeing journey with The Good Day Matrix

Cam brings the energy in this kōrero! From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to being a world-class speaker Cam shares with us his epic life journey so far! We also delve into the importance of taking time to connect with people in your community, why your words hold so much power, pursuing your dreams and why different is a good thing!

Sarah Cowley-Ross: Every minute maximised

Sarah Cowley-Ross talking about her wellbeing journey

Sarah Cowley-Ross, wow what a kōrero! We delve into so many topics from making movement a priority for you, the importance of journaling to Sarah’s passion for looking after the environment! All of course with a few funnies along the way, listen in to hear what her dream is for her birthday!

How to Reconnect & Create a Comeback-Friendly Workplace

Life doesn’t stop when we step away from work—whether it’s for parental leave, bereavement, extended holidays, or a well-earned break. 

But coming back? That’s a transition that can feel overwhelming—not just for the individual, but for the whole team.

Our panel kōrero is all about making workplace comebacks smoother, more supportive, and less daunting. 

📅 Date: Thursday, 8th May
⏰ Time: 7:15 AM arrival & breakfast | 7:30 AM sharp start
📍 Location: ANZ Building, Grantham Street

Limited spaces available!