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Raiders of the lost arch
Arches are one of the most over-flogged design trends of the decade. So why does Melbourne’s award-magnet Thomas Street Residence make them look like the future? Oh the arch. Somewhere around 2019 it escaped from architecture school, got itself a TikTok account and has spent the years since flogging itself […]
The Standards We Keep
For Catherine Goodwin, leadership is not about preserving a family legacy unchanged. It is about earning the right to carry it forward – knowing which standards should endure, having the courage to challenge those that should not, and creating enough space for the next generation to do things differently and […]
The Loop Is You
Eighty-two per cent of New Zealand businesses now use AI. Almost none of them can feel it. Expert speakers at the M2 AI Summit in Auckland spent a day explaining why the missing ingredient is not the machine. Here is the state of play, courtesy of the Productivity Propelled report […]
Order in Chaos – Kristy Brown’s Journey to Leading One of ANZ’s Largest Tech Partners.
Fusion5 is a big ship. It began as a small Wellington venture and has grown into a trans-Tasman technology services company of around a thousand people. It implements core platforms, runs managed services, integrates data so decisions move faster, and is increasingly known for getting AI out of slide decks […]
Growing Success With Sharyn Catt: Managing Director & Founder at Virtual Blue
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Effective leadership is the ability to inspire trust, align people toward a shared vision, and empower them to do their best work. Early in my career, I focused on delivering outcomes and leading from the front. […]
Growing Success With Jennifer Whittle: Director of Communication and Engagement at New Zealand Green Building Council
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? It’s important to enjoy what you do, why you do it and be generous in sharing with your teams. They’ve been recruited for a reason and so empowering each team member with enough information to understand […]
Sharing the secrets of the most exclusive experiences. Sponsored by Spy Valley.
Everywhere to Eat This Summer
What’s On the Board The new seasonal menu has landed at Jervois Steak House, celebrating the best and freshest produce of spring and summer. New dishes include a Savannah rib eye on the bone (a new cut, perfect for sharing), a black tiger prawn cocktail with Marie Rose, avocado and […]
Vines and Vision: Emily Gaspard-Clark on Winemaking and Innovation
As the Winemaker for Spy Valley, Emily Gaspard-Clark has continued a legacy of innovative winemaking techniques and a deep respect for the terroir. In 2019, Emily’s talents were recognised nationally when she clinched the prestigious title of Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year. This accolade not only celebrated […]
Wharekauhau Country Estate: A Rugged Haven of Luxury and Nature
Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Wairarapa’s Palliser Bay, Wharekauhau Country Estate embodies a dreamy fusion of luxury, relaxation, and nature. The 3,000-acre property, named “place of knowledge” in te reo Māori, provides discerning travelers with the ultimate Kiwi getaway, combining a warm, personalized service with the untamed beauty of […]
The inspiration you need for your next home.
Interior Design Inspo: Barbie Core
Girly, fun and bold – Pink is back with a vengeance as we anticipate the arrival of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie. Look to playful, almost toy-like objects in every shade, from cotton candy to Schiaparelli, and create your very own Barbie Dream House. Style Tip. Surprisingly versatile, pink pairs well […]
Interior Inspo: Ice Spice
Turn up the heat this winter with a decadent display of earth, spice and everything nice. A heady mix of cinnamon, tobacco and lashings of dark chocolate make for a sumptuous feast for the senses. Image of the French Flax Linen Bedding Set in Cacao, $290 from Bedthreads Style Tip. […]
How the colours of your home impacts your mood
It’s no secret that colours influence people’s emotions, this is why when it comes to the interior design of your home it is crucial that you choose colours that will make you feel good. These days, with their being so many different colour options (even if it is just trying […]
Movement as the Language of Resilience
Mariele Klering – Movement as the Language of Resilience Mariele Klering stood on the Journey to Excellence stage to share a deeply personal story about resilience. But she quickly made it clear that this was not going to be a theoretical discussion. “What do you do when thinking stops helping? […]
Building & Maintaining Resilience
Cynthia Hunefeld – Building Resilience Through Science, Humour and Purpose Cynthia Hunefeld, founder of Evithe Biotechnology and an award-winning scientist, has dedicated her work to creating groundbreaking plant-based treatments for inflammation. At the Journey to Excellence event, she stood before the audience and said, “I just flew back from the […]
Michelle Batchelor (Née Preston) – How To Become A C Suite Leader
Michelle Batchelor is the CEO of Life Plus NZ, Preston and Blythe, and Little Life, with deep experience across healthcare, staffing, and recruitment. Before the boardroom she competed internationally as Michelle “Pressure” Preston, winning multiple titles across Muay Thai and boxing. She pairs high performance habits with practical people leadership […]
Journey To Excellence Galleries
Friday 18 October 2019 Journey to Excellence Gallery Part 2
Over 600 engaged people joined us at the M2woman Journey to Excellence forum on 18 October at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland. Tania Domett from CoGo Research set the scene with her in-depth keynote, before Jason Reynolds from Quantum Movement shared some insights for building a great company culture. Debi […]
Friday 15 February 2019 Forum Gallery
Friday 15 February, 2019 Cordis Hotel, Auckland> The Panelists Vanessa Sorenson Enterprise Director at Microsoft Vanessa has more than two decades’ experience in the New Zealand tech sector. She joined Microsoft New Zealand in 2017 as Enterprise Director, overseeing a large portfolio of business customers and sales teams after a […]
Auckland 16 February 2018 Gallery
On Friday February 16 M2woman celebrated the success of women in business and opened up the floor for discussion of gender diversity and pay equity in the workplace. Over 250 invited guests descended upon the Pullman Hotel for an afternoon of conversation and discussion. Media coverage of our first Journey […]
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