Shavawn Jacobsen: Making the most of all opportunities

Shavawn Jacobsen:

Shavawn is a partner and dog mom, and is also a talented marketer having won the Up and Coming Marketer of the Year Award in 2023! 

Shavawn shares with us her parents’ decision to move from South Africa to New Zealand for a better life and better opportunities! We talk about building relationships, navigating new cultures, and being yourself in all environments!

Shavawn tells us about her “non-traditional” pathway into marketing, her journey with self-confidence and the importance of knowing what you bring to a team, we also talk about social privilege and how important it is to have awareness of those around us! 

It was a fabulous chat with Shavawn, we hope you enjoy! 

 

Action Points: 

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!