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Welcome to HRNZ
Nick McKissack is Chief Executive of HRNZ. Nick is passionate about people development, and sharing the success of members and organisations leading the HR profession in New Zealand.
The Human Resources Institute of New Zealand has adopted a refreshed strategic direction. This is intended to guide a programme of change that will support our Members to better respond to future challenges in the workplace. We are all aware that the future of work is predicted to look very different to today. Here at HRNZ we’re interested in understanding what this future means for HR professionals in New Zealand.
Through our diverse and inclusive network we’re looking to understand emerging issues and connect our Members with the tools they need to bring success to their organisations and the people they work with.
We have completed a refresh of our brand to project a more future and people orientated focus.
Our kaupapa is about people powered success.
But this is more than a new look and new logo. It’s about creating meaningful change for you, our Members. Our focus will always be about supporting our Members.
As the year unfolds you’ll be seeing new professional development courses, an improved website, and different approaches to our Conference and Summits together with a myriad of smaller changes as we respond to feedback from Members around the country.
People are at the centre of everything we do, so our new approach will reflect this. We look forward to showcasing Members and sharing their success. We are excited about what the future holds and trust you will be too.
We are excited about the opportunity to showcase HRNZ in action at The HR Conference 2019, to be held at Te Papa, Wellington on 14–15 August. Our people focus is reflected in the conference theme – Faces of the Workplace.
Conference delegates will be presented with a variety of perspectives on workplace challenges in New Zealand and insights from global HR leaders.
Confirmed keynote speakers include four day week innovator Andrew Barnes (Perpetual Guardian), renown Futurists Andy Hines (Hinesight) and Gihan Perera; business leaders Rachel Taulelei (Kono), Alex Hilbertidou (GirlBoss) & Jamie Tuuta (former Māori Trustee); community advocate Kristina Cavit (the Kindness Institute); inspirational change advocate Dr Paul Wood (from Delinquent to Doctor) and New Zealand’s Olympic Chef de Mission Rob Waddell ONZM.
Alongside the aforementioned keynote speakers’ presentations will be practical concurrent sessions with NZHR Awards Winners and leading practitioners. Oh and did we mention…? The Conference Dinner will be at Parliament, providing a unique experience.
The Expo Hall provides a great opportunity to check out the latest HR products and services from leading organisations. And while you’re there be prepared to share your knowledge and challenge your thinking with interactive activities.
I hope to see you at New Zealand’s premier HR conference for leading HR professionals.
Nick McKissack, Chief Executive, HRNZ, Nick.mckissack@hrnz.org.nz
