Events & Courses

 

Events & Courses

INFINZ hold over 50 events nationally with event topics and content relevant to each member’s stage of their career journey. All members are welcome to attend any of the group events.

GEN - General audience

ELG - Emerging Leaders Group

YFP - Young Finance Professionals

YWF - Young Women in Finance

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Courses

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Current Events

November 2025

  • From Invisible to Influential - How to Present, Lead and Influence

    12 November 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Join coaching expert Laurie Sharp to sharpen your presentation and networking skills. Learn how to structure impactful talks, use body language and vocal tone effectively, keep audiences engaged, present with confidence, and build stronger connections.
  • What is the state of play in M&A in New Zealand?

    13 November 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Explore the latest M&A trends across New Zealand and Australia. Hear from Cameron Partners' Paul Dougherty, Pencarrow's Philippa Weston and Ansarada's Todd De Rosa as they discuss which sectors are heating up, what's driving deal activity, and whether transaction volumes are set to rise.
  • INFINZ 23rd AGM + End of Year Networking

    18 November 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Join us for the INFINZ AGM and End of Year Drinks on Tuesday 18 November, 5.30-7.30pm at Chapman Tripp, Auckland. Enjoy networking drinks from 5.30pm, with the AGM held between 6.00-6.30pm. Complimentary and exclusive to INFINZ members.
  • Getting NZs Mojo Back - A Conversation With Warwick Hunt

    19 November 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    How can NZ spark growth and rebuild confidence in its markets? Join Warwick Hunt, Chair of BNZ, as he shares candid insights from his global career on the shifts needed to boost innovation, productivity, and competitiveness, keeping Aotearoa a dynamic place to invest and thrive.
  • How NZ Can Fund Our Badly Needed Infrastructure. Just Copy Australia!

    20 November 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Australia's NSW Asset Recycling Programme unlocked billions for new infrastructure by monetising assets like Sydney's WestConnex and reinvesting the proceeds into major projects. Join Leilani Frew and Nick Forster as they share lessons from NSW's model and discuss how similar strategies could help close New Zealand's $60b funding gap.

December 2025

  • End of Year Drinks

    3 December 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Wrap up 2025 with INFINZ and USX at our End of Year Drinks at the exclusive Wellington Club. Join fellow members, colleagues, and guests for a relaxed evening of networking and celebration.

March 2026

  • Strategy and Value Creation

    24 March 2026 - 25 March 2026 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Sharpen your commercial acumen and gain the tools to drive real value creation. Join Kevin McCaffrey (Principal, My Governance) and Jim McElwain (Executive Director, INFINZ) for a 2-day masterclass on strategy, business planning, and value drivers, equipping leaders to make smarter decisions and deliver on organisational goals.

April 2026

  • Introduction to Python for Financial Analysis

    21 April 2026 - 25 June 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    This 10-week online course consists of a structured progression of lectures and workshops, designed for programming beginners with a background in financial analysis. Students will learn the fundamental concepts and skills needed to use Python as a tool for financial modelling and analysis.

May 2026

  • The 24th INFINZ Awards

    14 May 2026 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
    Nominations are open for the 2026 INFINZ Awards, recognising excellence and innovation across New Zealand's finance industry. Celebrate the individuals and organisations driving impact and shaping the future of finance.

GALLERY

2025 INFINZ CONFERENCE

Tuesday, 14 October, Cordis Hotel, Auckland

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MENTORING

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

PURPOSE
The INFINZ Mentoring Programme was established in 2014 with the goal of developing younger or less experienced people in the industry and providing a new and interesting proposition to our emerging leaders and young professionals. This programme aligns with the INFINZ mission to foster professional development and education of members within the New Zealand’s financial services ecosystem.

PROGRAMME FRAMEWORK:

  • The programme is offered in two tiers, providing a tailored offering for both Emerging Leaders Group (ELG) and Young Finance Professionals (YFP)
  • The programme is aimed at mentee applicants with at least 3 years work experience, and who are under 40 years old
  • Mentoring contact proposed to run from October for twelve months. At least monthly contact between mentors and mentees is recommended, ideally face-to-face, with perhaps brief phone or email contact between those meetings
  • Content or mentoring process should be left up to each mentor/mentee pair, based on the pairs' respective backgrounds and aspirations
CLICK HERE to Request the Mentee Information Booklet and Application Form for 2025/2026
Applications closed 5th September 2025

For any questions, or to register your interest as a MENTOR, please email Faith Taylor on faith@infinz.com





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