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

June 2026

  • AI Academy | Webinar Series - Module 5 AI Ethics in Practice

    16 June 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Examine the principles behind responsible AI use. This session explores fairness, transparency and accountability, highlights key risks such as bias and privacy breaches, and considers the social and legal implications of deploying AI in real-world contexts.
  • Future Builders: Inside the Minds of NZ's Most Impactful Fintech Founders

    23 June 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Join Fintech Founders James Fuller, CEO Hnry, Ben Gleisner, Cogo CEO; and Susannah Batley, GM Business, Sharesies moderated by Mark Clare, Clare Capital Managing Partner sharing how they built, scaled & funded Kiwi companies tackling tax, wealth and climate, & what it takes for New Zealand ventures to reach unicorn status.
  • Closing the Gender Investment Gap: Why Women Should Start Investing Early

    30 June 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Join us for a practical and engaging after-work session focussed on personal finance, the gender investment gap, and the importance of women taking early steps into investing. Explore the systemic & behavioural factors that contribute to the gap and how starting sooner can have a powerful impact on financial independence and security.

July 2026

  • AI Academy | Webinar Series - Module 6 Avoiding the 70% Failure Rate

    2 July 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Many AI initiatives fail - this session explains why. Explore common pitfalls behind the 70% failure rate, where organisations go wrong, and practical strategies for turning AI ambition into successful, value-driven outcomes.
  • Strategy and Value Creation

    21 July 2026 - 22 July 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.
  • A Career in Finance - What are the Pathways?

    23 July 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Considering a career in finance, law, or accounting? Join industry professionals as they share their career journeys, graduate opportunities, & practical advice for building a successful career. Discover the skills employers value, how to stand out, and the many pathways available across New Zealand's financial and professional services sectors.


  • “The Future of…” – a conversation with Antonia Watson

    29 July 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    A candid conversation with Antonia Watson on what leadership really looks like behind the scenes. She'll share how she handles tough calls, leads through uncertainty, and grows the next generation of talent, plus her take on the future of banking, AI, and New Zealand's economy.
  • Mid Year Ball

    30 July 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Join the Auckland Young Finance Professionals and Young Women in Finance at the Birdcage Tavern for the INFINZ Mid-Year Ball. A great chance to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces across the industry, and enjoy a relaxed evening of conversation, connection, and a well-earned night out.

October 2026

  • INFINZ Conference 2026

    13 October 2026 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

    The 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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2026 INFINZ CONFERENCE

Tuesday, 13 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 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 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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