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Decide. Act. Adjust.
Leading at pace in a changing world.

Thursday 17th September
5.00 - 7.30pm  |  Basestation
148 Durham Street  |  Tauranga

Join Nicola O’Rourke at MoPed's next event.

Nicola was named in Cuisine's New Zealand Top 50 Women in Food & Beverage for 2025 — recognition built on a career spanning Operations, Digital, and Marketing Management through to General Manager and Board Director roles.

She's held leadership positions at some of New Zealand's most recognisable brands, including Lewis Road Creamery, Pics Peanut Butter, WOOP and Pals — driving results across each by staying adaptable, making fast decisions, and executing them at pace.

Nicola draws on that experience to share real insights and practical tips on acting with agility in a constantly changing world. She'll walk through what worked, what didn't, and the biggest wins from her career, along with honest reflections on lessons and pitfalls.

Gain tips on:

  • Managing or changing your mindset to act fast

  • Using support tools that could be helpful

  • Influencing and leading others when things are happening at pace

$40 + Ticketing Fee

Brand Summit
2026

Thursday 15 October   |  9.00am - 5.00pm
Grand Millennium Hotel
71 Mayoral Drive & Cnr Vincent Street Auckland

Big ideas. Real brands. Honest conversations.

Brand Summit is where local and global brands take the stage to share what’s really working — and what’s not — in brand building right now.

You’ll get behind-the-scenes stories from some of the world’s most exciting campaigns, explore the trends shaking up brand marketing, and leave with fresh ideas you can actually use.

What’s in store:

  • Inspiring speakers from top international and Kiwi brands

  • Real-world case studies and unfiltered insights

  • Conversations on creativity, trust, purpose, and the future of branding

  • Plenty of time to connect with other brands and marketing pros

If you’re serious about building stronger brands, this is where you need to be.

For $150 discount, apply the code TRAVEL150 at checkout. Accommodation discounts available too!

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