Future Business Leadership: Leading What’s Next
An internationally recognised leader in futures and foresight, Victoria works at the intersection of strategy, innovation and systems change, helping organisations navigate uncertainty and build the confidence to lead what’s next.

This year, Victoria will take us beyond today’s challenges to explore the emerging trends reshaping New Zealand’s FMCG industry and the leadership capabilities needed to thrive over the next decade.

Rather than predicting the future, Victoria will help us develop anticipatory leadership - the ability to recognise change early, challenge assumptions, adapt with confidence and make better decisions in uncertain times.

• Expect practical tools, interactive discussions and fresh thinking that will help you:

• Recognise the signals shaping the future of FMCG

• Think beyond today’s challenges

• Build adaptability and resilience

• Lead confidently through change

• Help shape the future of our industry

With this year’s theme, Take the Lead, Victoria’s session will set the tone for a day of courageous conversations, practical learning and future-focused leadership.

BUILDING WINNING TEAMS

For more than two decades, Darren was the driving force behind the culture and high-performance environment that helped shape the New Zealand All Blacks into the world’s most successful international sports team.

In this powerful session, Darren will share what it truly takes to build winning teams — not just in sport, but across business and leadership.

From creating strong culture and purpose, to values-driven leadership and high-performance habits, Darren will offer behind-the-scenes insights and lessons from one of the most iconic teams in sporting history.

Twice throughout the day, we’re bringing industry CEOs to the stage and putting them on the spot. This is your chance to ask the tough questions, gain unique insights, and challenge the senior leaders shaping the industry. No scripts, no filters—just real conversations that matter.

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to connect can be a challenge. That’s why we’ve intentionally carved out space during lunch for you to network, catch up with old friends, and meet new ones. Enjoy great food, meaningful conversations, and a chance to recharge before the next session.

Hot Topic — AI

A practical session exploring how artificial intelligence can be used in everyday work. Attendees will gain insight into real applications and tools that can support productivity, decision-making, and innovation.

All Business is Personal – Take the Lead

While leadership may involve strategy, performance and results, at its heart, leadership is always about people.

Entrepreneur, educator, business owner and internationally sought-after keynote speaker, Sacha Coburn has built a reputation for delivering thought-provoking, energising presentations that challenge audiences to think differently about how they lead, communicate and connect.

In a world increasingly shaped by AI, technology and constant disruption, how do we stay relevant as humans?

Sacha’s keynote explores the skills that matter most when it comes to influencing others, building meaningful relationships, and creating impact. Drawing on her experience as a successful entrepreneur, lawyer, educator and leader, she’ll share practical insights into emotional intelligence, self-awareness, communication and self-mastery.

Expect plenty of stories, humour, audience interaction and real-world takeaways that you can immediately apply in both your professional and personal life.

Every session is followed by a CEO facilitated table discussion, enabling guests to unpack and personally apply learnings.

We wrap the day with a stunning selection of canapés and drinks so you can continue to connect with your peers and senior leaders.