HR Executive Roundtable

Exclusive to members of the HR Leaders Network.  Not a member of this Network, but want to join this 3-day Executive Roundtable?  If you are a Head of HR, CPO, or HR Director reporting to a CEO and would like to be considered for a place, please contact Chelsea Mapp at [email protected] to check eligibility.

The HR Executive Roundtable is a small, focused forum for Chief People Officers and senior HR leaders. It creates space to connect with peers navigating similar challenges, enabling open, practical discussion on the issues that matter most.

Facilitated by Danni Ermilova-Williams CMHRNZ, Elected Director and Chair of HRNZ Board and Director of Danni Ermilova Williams, Change Coaching and Consulting, the Roundtable brings together a small, senior cohort to share what's genuinely top of mind, explore the challenges shaping their organisations, and build real connections with peers who understand the weight of the role.

What to Expect

The programme combines facilitated discussion with dedicated time for peer exchange, moving beyond a traditional conference format. Alongside peer conversation, you'll hear from:

*Cameron Bagrie, Lead Economist and Founder at Bagrie Economics, will join the group to share insights on the current and future economic environment 

*Vanesa Stoddart, Chair of Tonkin + Taylor, a Director for Channel Infrastructure, Waste Management and OneFortyOne, will bring a strong governance lens and practical perspective on leadership and organisational challenges 

*Fiona Hewitt, Managing Partner Unboxable, will facilitate discussion on the future of work and emerging thinking on AI.

The format is intentionally discussion-led, focused on real-time challenges and peer exchange rather than a traditional conference structure.  Participation is limited to Heads of HR, Chief People Officers, and equivalent senior leadership roles within the Leaders Network, ensuring a highly relevant peer group.  You’ll be part of a small cohort (max. 25), designed to enable open, practical discussion and connection 

Proposed Schedule

Wednesday 16 September | Arrival & Welcome 

Arrive late afternoon and ease into the evening with welcome drinks and an informal dinner - a relaxed start designed to connect before the programme begins.

Thursday 17 September | Full Day 

The core day of the executive roundtable. A structured, full-day programme with time for focused discussion and peer exchange. Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are provided. The day concludes with a hosted dinner; details will be confirmed.

Friday 18 September | Wrap-Up & Departure 

A closing session and morning tea before departing by midday - leaving you with time to reflect before heading back.

The Setting

Set at Northridge Golf Resort, 30 minutes north of Auckland, the Roundtable takes place in a relaxed, lodge-style environment surrounded by golf course landscapes and open green spaces - a setting many leadership teams find ideal for reflection and the kind of informal conversations that rarely happen in a meeting room.

Who This Is For

This event is exclusively for participants in the Leaders Network and by invitation only.
If you are a Head of HR, CPO, or HR Director reporting to a CEO and would like to be considered for a place, please contact Chelsea Mapp at [email protected].

Pricing

$2,300 per person (including GST)

Inclusive of accommodation and all catering across the three days. Participants are responsible for their own travel costs.

How to Book

If you are a Leaders Network member and ready to register, please log in and click the book now button at the top of this page.

Cancellation Policy

We ask that cancellations be made at least one month in advance (Friday 14th August), in writing to [email protected]  Please contact us as early as possible if your circumstances change.