# Event Details - **Event Name**: THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event Description**: Leading Forward: Unlocking People, Performance & PossibilityAbout this EventConference Overview - Resilience Today. Readiness for Tomorrow.Economic conditions remain challenging. Customer expectations are changing. Technology is evolving rapidly, and workforce expectations continue to shift.The organisations that thrive over the next decade won't simply survive today's pressure, they'll build the capability, culture, leadership and commercial resilience needed to seize tomorrow's opportunities.The People Factor 2026 brings together business leaders, workplace specialists, employment experts and industry innovators to explore the people, performance and possibility factors that drive future success.Attendees will gain practical insights into employment law, health and safety, AI, workforce trends, customer experience, organisational performance and future opportunities, all through the lens of preparing organisations for growth when confidence returns.What to ExpectThis action-packed day features expert keynotes, dynamic panel discussions and practical insights across three key themes:Understanding Change - Understanding the trends shaping tomorrow's workplaces.Building Performance - Creating organisations where people and businesses thrive.Leading Forward - Turning today's challenges into tomorrow's opportunitiesYou'll hear from a diverse line-up of respected leaders and subject matter experts, including:Caroline Harvie-Teare – Chief Executive, Venues ŌtautahiSarah Munro – General Manager, Matatū RugbyGareth Abdinor – Employment Lawyer, Abdinor Employment Law Limitedalong with more industry experts and business leaders sharing their insights throughout the day.This is a free event.Spaces are limited. Reserve your seat today and join us for a day of expert insights, real conversations and genuine connections with fellow professionals.Register NowAgendaUNDERSTANDING CHANGE ───────────────────────────Info: Understanding the trends shaping tomorrow's workplaces🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration & Arrival CoffeeInfo: Welcome networking and registration check-in.🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:10 AMWelcome & Opening RemarksHost: Speaker: Steve KennedyInfo: An introduction to the day and the opportunities and challenges shaping New Zealand organisations in 2026 and beyond. 🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:40 AMEmployment Law Update - What Every Employer Needs to Know in 2026Host: Speaker: Gareth Abdinor Info: The employment landscape continues to evolve. This practical update examines emerging legal developments, workplace obligations and key employment issues organisations need to understand to confidently navigate the year ahead.🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:30 AMPanel Discussion - The Workplace of TomorrowHost: Panellist: Daniel Allin Info: The Workplace of Tomorrow: What We're Learning About Our Work, People and Performance. Drawing on leadership experience and workplace insights, this panel explores what businesses are learning about attracting, engaging and retaining people in a changing world of work, and the workplace practices helping build stronger cultures and better performance.🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMMorning Tea & Networking🕑: 11:05 AM - 11:35 AMAI & The Modern Workplace - From Curiosity to CapabilityHost: Speaker: Jess AstorInfo: Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept. It is already influencing how organisations work. This practical session explores how businesses are using AI to improve productivity, support decision-making and create better employee experiences while maintaining trust, accountability and human connection.🕑: 11:40 AM - 12:05 PMNew Zealand's cyber-crime crisis, who, what and why. Host: Speaker: Paul Barge Info: Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue; it is a business issue. In this practical session, Paul Barge explores today's cyber threat landscape, what organisations need to be aware of, and practical strategies to help reduce cyber risk and strengthen business resilience.BUILDING PERFORMANCE ──────────────────────────────Info: Creating organisations where people and businesses thrive.🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PMWhat High-Performing Organisations Are Doing DifferentlyHost: Moderator: Bruce IrvineInfo: Possibility in Practice - What High-Performing Organisations Are Doing Differently. What separates organisations that simply cope from those that consistently thrive? Drawing on examples from successful New Zealand organisations, this practical session explores the common behaviours, workplace practices and people strategies that drive engagement, performance and growth.🕑: 12:45 PM - 02:00 PMLunch & Networking🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMHealth & Safety: Beyond Compliance -Building Workplaces Where People ThriveHost: Speaker: Garth Gallaway Info: Health and safety is about more than meeting obligations. Discover how leading organisations are creating cultures of wellbeing, accountability and care that improve employee experience, organisational performance and workplace outcomes.🕑: 02:35 PM - 03:05 PMWhy Great Customer Experiences Start with Great Employee ExperiencesHost: Speaker: Caroline Harvie-Teare Info: Growth Through People - Why Great Customer Experiences Start with Great Employee Experiences. The strongest organisations understand that employee experience and customer experience are closely connected. This session explores how culture, engagement and leadership influence customer loyalty, reputation and long-term growth. Attendees will gain practical insights into creating experiences that benefit both employees and customers.LEADING FORWARD ──────────────────────────────Info: Turning today's challenges into tomorrow's opportunities🕑: 03:10 PM - 03:55 PMPanel Discussion - The Power of PossibilityHost: Moderator: Craig Atkinson Info: Every significant achievement begins with a vision of what could be. In this inspiring closing keynote, hear the story of a leader who transformed an idea into reality and discover the mindset, resilience and courage required to create meaningful impact. Attendees will leave energised, optimistic and challenged to think differently about what is possible for themselves, their people and their organisations.🕑: 03:55 PM - 04:00 PMConference Wrap-Up & CloseHost: Speaker: Amy Lawson Info: Reflections, Key Takeaways, and Next Steps.🕑: 04:00 PMNetworking DrinksInfo: Continue the conversation with speakers, clients and industry peers while building valuable connections in a relaxed environment. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/the-people-factor-2026/100001992793528087 - **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, Art, Business, Entertainment, Sports, fine-arts, performances, Meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes - Location: Commodore Airport Hotel - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Christchurch - **state**: CA - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Commodore Airport Hotel - **lat**: -43.49764580000001 - **long**: 172.55522 - **full address**: Commodore Airport Hotel, 449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/2a24daed43d9e08444dd6879423358a2f170738b91a1f98a894066ab6f092b01-rimg-w1200-h588-dc2bacd0-gmir.jpg?v=1783503612 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 being held? - **A:** THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Commodore Airport Hotel, 449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026? - **A:** THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 is organized by EQ Consultants. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** THE PEOPLE FACTOR 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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