Webinar Library

Risk-based Traffic Management Planning for ANZAC Day Parades

with Ryan Cooney, NZTA

Feeling Stressed? Improving Wellbeing in the Events Industry

Practical strategies for managing stress and protecting mental health in the high-pressure events industry.

with Dr Trudie Walters, Lincoln University

Event Technology Supporting Human Connection

with Iain Morrison, The Imagination Collective

One New Zealand Stadium Unveiled

with Danny Schroder, Venues Ōtautahi

The New Approach to Events Traffic Management: What You Need to Know

with Elise Freeman, Parallaxx

Measuring and Articulating the Value of Live Performance in Aotearoa

with Associate Professor Dave Carter, Massey University

Essential Security Insights for Event Professionals

with Chris Kumeroa & Jackson Calder, Global Risk Consulting

Management of an Intoxicated Person

with Lilah Barnett, Hato Hone St John

Organising Drone Light Shows in New Zealand

with Isaac Henderson, Droneshows Limited

AI Advantage — Elevating Your Event Business at Every Level

with Bruce Ross, Ignite Business Solutions

Events Traffic Management Changes

with Dave Tilton

Practical Ways to Use AI

with Justin Flitter

Crowdfunding for Events

with Anna Guenther & Kate Radcliffe-Reid

Elevating Fan Engagement

Strategies to enhance attendee experience and create unforgettable moments that resonate with audiences.

Scott Couch (Auckland Stadiums), Meghan Fleming (Chiefs Rugby), Glenn Critchley (NZ Cricket) — facilitated by Andrea Nelson

The Future of Festivals

Leaders behind four of NZ's most resilient festivals discuss the evolving festival landscape and what lies ahead as costs and complexity mount.

Andrew Tuck (Homegrown), David Higgins (Synthony), Hamish Pinkham (RnV) — facilitated by Lizzi Pearson

From Grassroots Events to the America's Cup

Dougal Allan's journey from grassroots events to winning the Coast to Coast and contributing to the America's Cup — the power of perseverance and innovation.

with Dougal Allan

Get More Sponsorship in 2025

The exact process top sponsorship seekers are using to lock down deals in 2025, even as brands say no more often and budgets tighten.

with Mike Wootton, getsponsorship.co

Gig Economy

How the gig economy has reshaped the live events sector — and strategies for building a cohesive, high-performing culture with a freelance workforce.

Grant Funding

Key funding directors unpack what makes a strong application, recent changes in the funding landscape, and what's coming next.

How Taupo Hosts the World

How Taupo worked with Ironman to deliver a global event at scale — covering community engagement, cultural engagement, and regional growth.

Making Events Sustainable

Update from the Sustainable Events Working Group, plus practical guidance from Sam Cooper on making your events more sustainable.

with Sam Cooper, ClosedLoop

Making Events Work for Cities

How events contribute to a city's vibrancy, tourism and long-term growth — with insights from ChristchurchNZ, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, TEG Live and Athletics NZ.

Loren Aberhart, Annie Dundas, David Benge, Cam Mitchell

The Art of Storytelling in Events

Great events tell a story through theme, visuals, food, and digital. A panel of an event producer, chef, and marketing expert share how to make events more engaging and memorable.

International Guest Speaker — Global Perspectives on Independent Festivals

CEO of the UK's Association of Independent Festivals shares global perspectives on independent festivals and their impact on the cultural sector.

John Rostron, Association of Independent Festivals (UK)