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Our Rebrand Journey
Posted by · September 28, 2022 4:22 PM
Over the last few years, ACE has been on a journey. We’ve evolved into the modern and relevant association you know today. We’re more visible than ever, we’re in more conversations and at more decision-making tables, and we’re leading and driving innovative action to support the sector.
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ACE New Zealand Conference and Awards 2022 wrap-up
Posted by · September 08, 2022 10:40 AM
Thanks to everyone who attended and made this year’s ACE New Zealand Conference and Awards 2022 in Rotorua on 1-2 September such a massive success!
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ACE Awards: Shining the spotlight on Aotearoa's top consulting talent
Posted by · September 05, 2022 12:55 PM
The innovative contributions of New Zealand’s leading consultants in the built and natural environment were celebrated on Friday 2 September at the 2022 ACE (Association of Consulting and Engineering) New Zealand Awards gala dinner, held in Rotorua.
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Redefining value - with Maureen Thurston-Chartraw
Posted by · August 22, 2022 9:13 AM
As Aurecon’s first Chief Experience Officer, Maureen Thurston-Chartraw is leading the organisation’s efforts to continuously create better outcomes for its clients. The first ever CXO within any engineering firm internationally, she brings global experience working with executive leadership teams across a broad range of industries and a systemic, human-centric approach.
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The power of storytelling - with David Downs
Posted by · August 18, 2022 12:24 PM
Attracting and retaining talent during a global skills shortage is difficult, so it’s more important than ever to understand your employee value proposition, as well as how to communicate your firm’s brand, culture and business strategy.
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The value of YOU – with Shelly Davies
Posted by · August 17, 2022 6:04 PM
What does a writer know about pricing? Quite a bit, as it turns out. Shelly Davies is a business writer, trainer and keynote speaker who helps her clients cut through corporate and bureaucratic jargon to communicate clearly. Talented and in demand, she is also unapologetic about charging what she knows she’s worth – but it wasn’t always that way.
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Meet our Emerging Leader Award finalist - Jordan Reynolds
Posted by · August 17, 2022 4:31 PM
Two-and-a-half years after launching Tactical Groups New Zealand business, Jordan Reynolds now leads a 12-strong business that is tasked with a range of complex projects.
One of three finalists for this year’s ACE New Zealand Emerging Leader Award, we spoke with Jordan about how he’s navigating the challenges of leading a SME through its start-up phase, in the midst of one of the most challenging periods the consulting sector has ever faced.
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Gifts in a crisis - with Rabia Siddique
Posted by · August 17, 2022 2:29 PM
If you’re familiar with international humanitarian, Rabia Siddique’s background then you’ll understand just how qualified she is to speak on the topic of ‘Gifts in a crisis’. If you’re not, buckle in – it’s one heck of a story.
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Meet our Emerging Leader Award finalist - Justine Quinn
Posted by · August 17, 2022 10:02 AM
As a Technical Director for Freshwater Science and Ecology at Tonkin + Taylor, Justine has led and supported teams of engineers and scientists to successfully deliver projects that have an emphasis on protecting the environment and have broad community benefits. She is also passionate about providing mentoring and technical leadership within and outside of her organisation.
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Meet our Emerging Leader Award finalist - Louisa Bloomer
Posted by · August 11, 2022 3:38 PM
As Regional Digital Practice Lead for Asia-Pacific, Louisa Bloomer brings a New Zealand and Australian perspective to strategic decisions made by Stantec’s global digital governance team.
With 4,500 APAC team members spread out across both sides of the Tasman, she also plays an active role in supporting and coaching Stantec’s local leaders as they embrace digital enablement.
One of our three ACE New Zealand Emerging Leader Award finalists for 2022, Louisa is eager to show women who are building a career in consultancy that it is possible to have both ‘a seat at the table’ in terms of career, and a family.
We caught up with Louisa to learn more about how she’s helping Stantec to build smart digital solutions into its business.
