There’s a certain magic that happens when women come together with shared intent and there was certainly the sense that a new chapter had been opened with the inaugural ConnectHer Conference 2025!

At Te Puna Creative Hub, attendees were welcomed to a day jam-packed with networking, learning and fun. Our Keynote Speaker was Toni Street, one of New Zealand’s most loved and experienced broadcasters. Toni had the audience transfixed with her message, delivered so relatably and with the heart she is so known for.

Attendees had the choice of three breakout workshops, which were a ‘power hour’ of learning. International award-winning speaker Cath Vincent delivered ‘Speak Happy’ – a class to have you feeling great in front of an audience, to be the best ambassador for your business. She focused on delivery, influence and managing nerves.

Emma Monaghan of Forsyth Barr delivered ‘InvestHer Women’s Wealth’ – investigating the ‘Future You’ and empowering women to make the move from saving to investing and celebrating women’s natural investor instincts.

Charlotte Norris of Invigorate Media hosted ‘Level Up in 2026’ – a powerful, high energy session designed to see clear potential, map out bold goals and learn practical strategies to bring them to life.

An insightful panel discussion followed, with Charlotte Norris, Natasha McDowall of Tael Solutions, Tracy Ellingham of Asend and Nicki Osbaldiston of Client Focused Approach sharing years of entrepreneurial wisdom. This discussion centred around what it means to be a woman in business in 2025, how purpose and core values play into business today and navigating the ever-ending concept of ‘work/life integration’.

The day ended with sharing a surprise reel of the day (made from our roving vox-pop!).

We look forward to ConnectHer Conference 2026!