Courses
Strategy and Value Creation
Two-day masterclass to assist business leaders in making better decisions – both strategically and at the next level – and delivering on them.
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Intro to Python for Financial Analysis
10-week course designed for programming beginners with a background in financial analysis.
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CFO Fundamentals
1 day course to meet the professional development needs of those aspiring to be the CFO of a NZX listed company or a recent appointee to that position.
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Leading Transformation
Building resilient leaders who can navigate change, disruption, crisis, and continuous transformation.
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Next Directors Programme
The Next Directors Programme has been designed to develop and mentor individuals looking for a pathway to senior leadership and governance roles.
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Financial Statement Analysis 101
One-day course covering accounting principles, financial statements, profit and loss statements, cashflow and trend analysis
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Webinars
Introduction 1-hour pre-recorded webinars to Economics; M&As; Derivatives; Debt Capital Markets; Syndicated Loans and more.
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Resources available to only members
AI Academy Webinar Series
A six-part webinar series designed to build practical AI capability. Covering AI fundamentals, effective prompting, productivity use cases, data quality, ethics, and implementation risks, the series supports confident, responsible AI use in professional settings.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Current Events
September 2026
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29 September 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Investing In the Kiwi Dream: Policy Pathways for NZ's FutureArena Williams MP, Member for Manurewa, Labour Party, Mahesh Muralidhar, National Party Candidate for Tamaki, and Adam MacRae-Martin, Opportunity Party Candidate for Otahuhu, will discuss their parties' economic visions for New Zealand ahead of the election. Hear how each believes the Kiwi Dream can be restored.
October 2026
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8 October 2026 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Financial Statements Analysis 101Financial Statement Analysis 101 is a one-day course offering a practical introduction to interpreting key financial documents. Ideal for those entering governance or business unit roles, or providing financial/legal services, it covers profit and loss, cashflow, and trend analysis to build financial literacy and confidence. -
13 October 2026 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
INFINZ Conference 2026The 2026 INFINZ Conference will be on Tuesday 13 October at the Cordis Hotel. Whether you're looking to gain strategic knowledge, connect with 500 of your peers, or contribute to thought leadership, the INFINZ Conference is where New Zealand's financial community comes together to inspire progress and drive impact.
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28 October 2026 - 29 October 2026 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Strategy and Value CreationSharpen 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.
November 2026
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5 November 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Navigating the Energy Transition - WellingtonJoin Gary Holden, Managing Director & Chris Jewell, Chief Financial Officer of Lodestone Energy in a strategic session for senior executives and finance leaders on renewables scaling, emerging fuels, & data driven demand. Gain practical insight into pricing, investment, supply security, and NZ's evolving energy landscape.
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5 November 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Christchurch EOY Quiz EventJoin us for a fun-filled evening with an industry focused pub quiz. Book in your Team of 4-6, or we can choose a team for you. Networking drinks from 5.30pm, Quiz from 6.15pm
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11 November 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
2026 in Review: What Actually Moved NZ Markets & What's Next for 2027?Join us for an evening of market insights, economic analysis and networking, reflecting on New Zealand's financial landscape in 2026. Hear from Shamubeel Eaqub, Simplicity; Stephen Ridgewell, Craigs IP; Anastasiya Gamble, Simpson Grierson and Alice Mew, Craigs IP. -
12 November 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wellington EOY Quiz EventJoin us for a fun-filled evening with an industry focused pub quiz. Book in your Team of 4-6, or we can choose a team for you. Networking drinks from 5.30pm, Quiz from 6.15pm
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17 November 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Breaking into Private Equity & Venture CapitalJoin panelists Bex Gidall from Icehouse Ventures; Tamsin Bateman from Bridgewest Ventures; Hazel Martin from Pencarrow Private Equity, and Carlos Kirkwood-Ale from DGA; each bringing unique perspectives from across the private capital landscape. -
19 November 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
INFINZ 24th AGM + End of Year NetworkingJoin us for the INFINZ AGM and End of Year Drinks on Thursday 19 November, 5.30-7.30pm at Bell Gully, Auckland. Enjoy networking drinks from 5.30pm, with the AGM held between 6.00-6.30pm. Complimentary and exclusive to INFINZ members.
MENTORING
APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED FOR 2026 AND WILL OPEN AGAIN JUNE 2027
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 4 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 2026/2027
Applications closed 14 August 2026
For any questions, or to register your interest as a MENTOR, please email Faith Taylor on faith@infinz.com
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