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• Associations Matter: Conference & Exhibition: A Passport to Belonging

  • Start
    04 August 2025
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    7:30 AM
  • End
    05 August 2025
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    Grand Millennium Auckland, Auckland

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  Be Part of Something Bigger – Your Passport to Belonging

  The NZSAE Conference & Exhibition 2025 isn’t just another event — it’s a place to belong, reconnect, and refocus. Built specifically for association professionals, this is your opportunity to learn from those who understand the challenges you face, share what’s working, and walk away with practical solutions to strengthen your organisation.

  Conference Website Here Associations Matter Conference & Exhibition

  Here’s what makes this conference worth the journey:

  ✳️ Tailored for Every Role

  Whether you’re leading strategy, managing events, engaging members, or overseeing operations, the programme is designed with you in mind — CEOs, senior leaders, marketers, events professionals, and everything in between.

  Real Stories, Practical Learning

  No theory for theory’s sake. You’ll hear from peers and sector leaders who’ve made a difference — sharing what worked (and what didn’t) in real association settings.

  Interactive, Engaging & Energising

  From hands-on sessions and shared-interest groups to informal chats and expert panels — every conversation is an opportunity to learn, grow, and build your network.

  A Celebration of Our Sector

  We’ll come together to recognise the work, people, and purpose that make associations matter. Don’t miss the Conference Dinner, an evening of connection and storytelling — a standout moment of the event.

  Who Should Attend?

  • Association CEOs, senior staff, and volunteer board members

  • Membership, marketing, events, education, and operations professionals

  • Suppliers who support associations and want to better understand the sector

  Venue & Location

  The conference takes place in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland at the Grand Millennium — a welcoming and professional space perfect for learning, networking, and celebrating.

  Ready to Join Us?

  Together, we’ll explore what it truly means to belong, celebrate our collective impact, and shape the future of associations in Aotearoa.

  Let’s show why Associations Matter — we can’t wait to see you there.

  CAE Credits:
  This conference is part of NZSAE’s CAE Approved Provider programme and may qualify for up to 16 CAE credits. The content aligns with the CAE exam outline under Member & Stakeholder Engagement. Learn more at www.asaecenter.org/cae.

  
  

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• Associations in Focus - Wellington

  • When
    08 October 2025
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    9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Huihui, Parliament - Wellington

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  A Foundation in Association Management

  Take your first step toward mastering association management with Associations in Focus, a one-day foundational course tailored for professionals eager to enhance their skills and knowledge.

  Why Attend?

  This course is specifically designed to equip you with the essential tools to thrive in the dynamic and rewarding field of association management. Whether you're new to associations or looking to strengthen your expertise, you'll gain valuable insights to support your professional growth.

  What You’ll Learn:

  • The purpose and roles of associations in the New Zealand landscape.
  • Membership engagement, event planning, and advocacy strategies.
  • Governance structures, financial basics, and ethical responsibilities.
  • Best practices for communication and digital tools.
  • Career development pathways in association management.

  Featuring interactive discussions, practical exercises, and examples relevant to New Zealand associations, this course ensures you walk away with actionable strategies and resources. Join us to expand your professional horizons and make a meaningful impact in your organisation.

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  CAE Credits
  This event is offered as part of NZSAE’s CAE Approved Provider status and may qualify for 6 CAE credit(s) toward your professional development requirements. The content aligns with the CAE exam content outline under Governance, Organisational Strategy, Operations, Business Development, Membership Stakeholder Engagement. Learn more at www.asaecenter.org/cae.
  

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• Happy First Birthday Lunch

  • When
    17 October 2025
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    11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant: 39 Abel Smith St, Wellington

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  Happy Birthday NZSAE – You’re Invited!

  NZSAE is turning one — and we’d love you to help us celebrate.

  Join us for a relaxed, drop-in style lunch on Friday 17 October 2025, between 11:30am and 3:00pm at the Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant in Wellington.

  Whether you stay for 30 minutes or the whole afternoon, this is your chance to catch up with peers, connect with supportive suppliers, and toast to one year of strengthening New Zealand’s association community.

  What to Expect:

  • A casual, open-door format – come when it suits you

  • Lunch on us – generously sponsored by the suppliers who support your work

  • Space to chat – designated areas for conversations about membership, advocacy, events, governance, and more

  • Spot prizes – handed out throughout the event

  • Connections that count – engage with other association professionals and the suppliers who back your mahi

  Why Attend?

  This lunch is a celebration of you – the leaders, doers, and champions of New Zealand’s membership organisations. It’s also a simple way to:

  ✔ Recharge your network
  ✔ Find inspiration from others in the sector
  ✔ Explore new supplier partnerships
  ✔ Be part of NZSAE’s growing community

  RSVP today — your lunch has already been shouted by one of our generous supplier partners.

  
  All you need to do is turn up, connect, and enjoy.

  
  

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• Happy First Birthday Lunch: Supplier Options

  • When
    17 October 2025
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    11:32 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant: 39 Abel Smith St, Wellington
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Supplier Options: It’s Our Birthday – Celebrate With Us!
  

  

  NZSAE is turning one, and we’d love for you to be part of the celebration.

  Over the past year, we’ve brought together association professionals from across Aotearoa to connect, collaborate, and strengthen the incredible organisations they lead. As suppliers to this vital sector, you’ve played an important role in making that happen — and now, we want to celebrate with you.

  On Friday 17 October 2025, we’re hosting a relaxed, drop-in style birthday lunch at the Southern Cross in Wellington from 11:30am to 3:00pm.

  It’s not a tradeshow or a formal function — it’s a chance to gather, share kai, and recognise the impact of associations in New Zealand.

  We’re inviting suppliers to join us and help host the lunch by shouting a meal or two for the association professionals. In return, you’ll be part of a meaningful, face-to-face opportunity to reconnect with association leaders — the people who are shaping communities, professions, and industries across New Zealand.

  This is your chance to:

  • Celebrate a milestone for NZSAE and the wider sector
  • Be visible as a supporter of associations in Aotearoa
  • Build new relationships and reconnect with existing clients in a warm, low-pressure setting
  • Join conversations happening on the day about membership, events, advocacy, and the future of associations

  How Supplier Participation Works
  To take part, we ask that you:
  

  • Sponsor two or more Association Executive lunches ($120 each – minimum $360)

  • Attend the lunch yourself

  • Bring along a spot prize to give away during the afternoon

  Once you register, we’ll be in touch to confirm your place and, in consultation with you, we’ll assign your name to the complimentary lunch registrations — so our guests know who made their lunch possible.

  Association executives can come for 30 minutes or stay for the whole afternoon — it’s a celebration, not a schedule.

  All suppliers who work with associations are welcome, and we’d be proud to have you by our side as we toast to a fantastic first year.

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• NZSAE Connections

  • Start
    21 October 2025
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    22 October 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Dunedin

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  Join us for a unique overnight experience designed exclusively for association executives.

  NZSAE Connections brings together 10 association executives with NZSAE partners and suppliers in a relaxed and engaging environment. Over two days, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Participate in focused one-on-one meetings with suppliers to explore tailored solutions for your association.
  • Engage in interactive workshops on time management, work efficiency, and implementing strategies to drive your success.
  • Network with peers while enjoying accommodation, meals, and an unforgettable New Zealand destination.

  What’s Included:

  • All meals and accommodation are fully covered.
  • Access to all workshops and supplier meetings.
  • A seamless, stress-free experience—all you need to do is find your way there, and we’ll handle the rest!

  Spots are limited to just 10 association executives, so secure your place today to be part of this one-of-a-kind event.

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  CAE Credits
  This event is offered as part of NZSAE’s CAE Approved Provider status and may qualify for 10 CAE credit(s) toward your professional development requirements. The content aligns with the CAE exam content outline under Governance, Organisational Strategy, Operations, Business Development, Membership Stakeholder Engagement. Learn more at www.asaecenter.org/cae.
  

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• CEO/ED Meeting – Wellington

  • When
    12 November 2025
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    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Huihui, Parliament - Wellington

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  Elevate Your Leadership: A Peer-to-Peer Exchange for Association Leaders

  You're invited to join NZSAE's exclusive Leadership Exchange, an afternoon of insightful discussion and valuable networking designed specifically for senior association leaders.

  By attending, you'll:

  • Gain fresh perspectives on industry trends and challenges
  • Network  with your peers and share best practices
  • Strengthen your professional network and build lasting relationships
  • Develop new strategies to drive your association forward
  • Explore innovative solutions to complex organisational issues
  • Receive expert advice from seasoned industry leaders

  Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership skills and position your organisation for success.

  Exclusive to Executive Directors and CEOs

  Networking drinks will be available  post the  meeting 

  
  

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  CAE Credits
  This event is offered as part of NZSAE’s CAE Approved Provider status and may qualify for 1 CAE credit toward your professional development requirements. The content aligns with the CAE exam content outline under Member Stakeholder Engagement Management. Learn more at www.asaecenter.org/cae.
  

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