Upcoming events
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Pacific/Auckland
04 June 2026 10:00 AMOnline meeting – Zoom
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Pacific/Auckland
09 June 2026 9:00 AMBeehive Meeting Room 2.24/25 (level 2 of the beehive), HuiHui Parliamentary services
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Pacific/Auckland
18 June 2026 10:00 AMOnline meeting – Zoom
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Lower Hutt Events Centre 3– 4 August 2026 |
Keynote Speaker
Jehan Casinader
Journalist, Keynote Speaker and Mental Health Advocate
Generation NextGen Z is asking big questions about work, purpose, loyalty and belonging. In this keynote, Jehan Casinader will challenge the stereotypes and explore how association leaders can better attract, understand and retain younger staff. Through powerful storytelling and practical insight, Jehan will help delegates think differently about communication, workplace culture and the future of talent.
About Jehan
Jehan Casinader is an award-winning journalist, keynote speaker and mental health advocate. One of New Zealand’s most-booked speakers and MCs, he is a respected voice in wellbeing, leadership and workplace culture. 
Plenary Speaker
Scott Wright
Human Identity Strategist and Founder of The HI Co.
Be More Trusted. More Valuable. More Human.In a world shaped by AI, declining trust and increasing disconnection, Scott Wright will challenge delegates to think about how they show up, stand out and build stronger human connection. This closing plenary will explore why human identity matters, how trust is built, and why being more deliberate, authentic and human can strengthen the way associations lead, communicate and create value.
About Scott
Scott Wright is known as “The HI Guy” and works with leaders, teams and organisations to help them define and bring to life their Human Identity. Through keynotes, workshops and consulting, he helps people build visibility, trust and value by being braver, bolder and more human. | 
Closing Keynote Speaker
Cam Calkoen
International Keynote Speaker, Dreamer, Doer and Champion of Possibility
Dream Big. Achieve More.Cam Calkoen is known for challenging audiences to rethink what is possible. Born with cerebral palsy and told that walking and talking would be his greatest challenges, Cam has built a career around possibility, resilience and the power of backing yourself. As the closing keynote speaker for Associations Matter 2026, Cam will leave delegates energised, open-minded and ready to take action — both personally and professionally.
About Cam
Cam is an award-winning Certified Professional Speaker, athletic gold medallist, social entrepreneur and charitable fundraiser. His presentations combine warmth, humour and lived experience to help people push past assumptions and see greater possibility. Cam Calkoen is supported by Celebrity Speakers. |
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