Quinn Heron is The University of Waikato winner of the 2024 Tertiary Prize offered by the NZ Business & Parliament Trust. Quinn has a Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Economics and Political Science from Waikato University. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Political Science at Waikato with a research focus on international relations – specifically its theory, history, and great power competition. Quinn intends to pursue a PhD in international relations in the future.
New Zealand Business & Parliament Trust
Education Administration Programs
Wellington, Wellington Region 677 followers
NZBPT is a non-partisan educational charity focussed on bridging the gap between Members of Parliament and Businesses.
About us
The NZBPT is a non-partisan educational charity dedicated to advancing and encouraging business understanding of Parliament and parliamentarians understanding of the business community. Formed in 1991, the New Zealand Business & Parliament Trust has worked tirelessly and meticulously on bridging the perceived gap of understanding and knowledge between Members of Parliament and the business community. The Trust’s objectives are met through the provision of Business Study programme attachments for Members of Parliament and Parliamentary Study programmes structured around the theme of “How government is exercised through Parliament”. In addition, there are opportunities for our members to hear from leading experts in the field of business and to send parliamentarians on ‘away days’ to corporates. The Trust also supports education and youth through its travel assistance programme for school visits to Parliament, tertiary prizes in politics and public policy at leading universities and sponsoring a competition in conjunction with the triennial Youth Parliaments We are proud of what we have achieved so far, but it is our vision for the future that excites us most. Our small, but dedicated team, supported by a Board of four corporates and three parliamentarians, play a crucial role in the everchanging world of business and Parliament. This is the place to ask any questions you may have, share your experiences and connect with other talented clients or Members of Parliament. You can learn more about our programmes and projects and current
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https://nzbpt.nz
External link for New Zealand Business & Parliament Trust
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Wellington, Wellington Region
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
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Pipitea St
Wellington, Wellington Region 6011, NZ
Employees at New Zealand Business & Parliament Trust
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Helene Toury-Dehan
Senior Leader, Corporate Affairs, Protecting and Growing Purpose-led Brands | B2B Marketing | Strategic Communications | Chief of Staff
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Jo Coughlan
Managing Director at Silvereye
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Bryce Davies
Executive Manager Corporate Relations at IAG
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Nirupa George
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at SkyCity Entertainment Group
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The NZ Business & Parliament Trust will be holding its first seminar of the year on Thursday, the 3rd of April 2025. Held in the Banquet Hall, Parliament, the theme for this seminar is “How Government is Exercised Through Parliament”. It will provide insight into the work of members of Parliament, select committees, parties, and the other elements that contribute to a functional Parliament and government. Spaces are limited. If you are a member of the Trust and interested in attending, please email Vasoula: ea@nzbpt.nz
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The NZ Business & Parliament Trust is excited to announce that we will be holding our annual Wellington Members Network Event on the 26th of March at Parliament. Invites will be sent out shortly. We hope that members will find this event enjoyable and worthwhile. We look forward to seeing you there! Keep an eye on our social media and website for more announcements about our upcoming events.
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The NZ Business & Parliament Trust extends its congratulations to our Trustee and Board member Helene Toury-Dehan on receiving her New Zealand citizenship!
Senior Leader, Corporate Affairs, Protecting and Growing Purpose-led Brands | B2B Marketing | Strategic Communications | Chief of Staff
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. What is the most important thing? It is people, it is people, it is people. As I received my New Zealand citizenship (while remaining a French citizen) ealier this week, I reflect on my seven-year professional journey in the antipodes and feel I finally understand the depth of this Māori proverb. We often talk about key defining moments in our lives or careers - but in the end, shouldn't we talk about key defining people? Since landing in New Zealand on 9 November 2017, people have shaped my journey in ways I couldn’t have anticipated. Yes, I worked hard. Yes, I was determined to build a new life. But without people - those who gave me my first job in a large NZ corporate, who encouraged me when I doubted myself, who assured me I wouldn’t just fit in but contribute, who grabbed a coffee with me and made introductions, who pushed me out of my comfort zone - none of this would have been possible. When I arrived with my two pieces of luggage, I told myself I didn’t need support. I was strong enough, focused, unemotional - I believed it would be easy. My mission was clear: secure a job, get a visa, and build a future where my “new” family could thrive. Seven years later, I feel humbled - and proud. This journey wasn’t just about luck. It was about hard work and delivering value, about building and nurturing connections, about learning to adapt. It was about being vulnerable yet becoming more resilient. To everyone who played a role in this journey - thank you. I am forever grateful. And as I move forward, I will continue to give back - surpporting NZ communities, being a great friend, and a great business partner. Because in the end, "we are the average of the people we surround ourselves with.” as Matthieu Stefani often says in his podcast "Generation do it yourself". Partner in life Guillaume Dehan ❤️ and special thanks to Xavier JOSEPH Anne LE GUENNEC Laura Vergani Karren Harker Kate Murchison Hannah Croft Carina Willis Jan O'Neill Duncan Kenderdine Craig West Steve Killeen Murray Robertson Peter Tompkins Malcolm Ashcroft Mitchell Dale Christelle Blanchet-Aïssaoui Thibault (Tibo) BEAUJOT 🇫🇷🇳🇿 Agnes Baekelandt Peter Parussini elena (lea) pessina Juan Guerra Cecile Sother Kotoko (Ueno) Gutierrez Nicolas Durand Delphine Boyer Emiliano Scrivo Simona Gallo Sophie JARRY Lisa King Jason Biggs Kristina Elinder Liljas Gabrielle Lootens Ian Bonnar Benoit Midol MEng MRICS JB Rousselot Sarah Thorpe nicki nicol and many others...
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It was a pleasure to host Angela Hodder MSc Assoc CIPD of the Industry and Parliament Trust in late 2024. The exchange of experience and knowledge was incredibly valuable, and the NZBPT looks forward to future engagement.
This year, Angela Hodder MSc Assoc CIPD, the IPT’s Head of Office and Company Secretary, had the pleasure of visiting the IPT’s overseas counterpart, The New Zealand Business and Parliament Trust (NZBPT), on a secondment to discuss each organisation’s programmes and the exchanging of ideas. During her visit, she spent time in the New Zealand Parliament and attended one of the NZBPT full day training seminars to see first-hand how their parliamentary training is delivered to businesses. She also had the opportunity to meet with Barbara Kuriger MP, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, where Barbara was particularly interested in understanding the IPT’s governance, Fellowship programmes and MP engagement. Angela continued her visit with a trip to Auckland, to attend an MP’s away day visit to Sky City who are a supporting organisation, and a business networking event held for all supporters of the NZBPT. Finally, Angela gave a presentation to the NZBPT’s Trust Board on all aspects of the IPT and its programmes. The visit was incredibly informative for both sides and the established connections made will ensure a continued sharing of information and ideas between both organisations moving forward. Thank you to the New Zealand Business & Parliament Trust and Darryl Stevens MNZM for welcoming Angela.
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On Thursday the 28th of November 2024, the Trust held its annual Auckland Corporate Network Event in conjunction with SkyCity Entertainment Group. Nirupa George, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of SkyCity Entertainment Group, welcomed attendees. Brent McAnulty, the Trust’s Chair, presented Certificates of Attainment to 2024 Tertiary Prize Winners Kelly Flatz and Jamie Smith of The University of Auckland. The network event provided an opportunity for guests (including MPs), corporate members of the Trust, and the Trust’s Board members, to improve their connections and get up to date with developments in various sectors.
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Kelly Flatz is one of two joint Auckland University winners of the 2024 Tertiary Prize offered by the NZ Business and Parliament Trust. Kelly won for her Master of Public Policy dissertation, which examined managed retreat (an element of climate change adaptation) in New Zealand. Kelly currently works in climate change and sustainability consulting, supporting New Zealand businesses in their transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient future. Kelly received her Certificate of Attainment at the Trust’s Auckland Network Event on the 28th of November.
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Jamie Smith is one of two joint Auckland University winners of the 2024 Tertiary Prize offered by the NZ Business and Parliament Trust. Jamie won for her Master of Public Policy dissertation, which focused on creating a practical approach to diabetes prevention in New Zealand. Jamie currently works in impact investment. She has an interest in bridging the gap between the public and private sectors in social investment. Jamie received her Certificate of Attainment at the Trust’s Auckland Network Event on the 28th of November.
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Kirsty Parkhill was presented with her Certificate of Attainment at the NZ Business & Parliament Trust’s 13 November seminar for winning the 2023 Tertiary Prize offered by the Trust. Kirsty won for reflecting on business and Parliament as part of her studies at The University of Waikato. Kirsty had business experience before studying, which she said has provided her with a valuable perspective on the interaction between Parliament, politics in general, and the business community. She is now pursuing a Masters in International Relations and Security Studies at the University of Waikato, with a focus on seeking common ground and bridging points of difference. The Trust's Chair Brent McAnulty presented the certificate.
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On Wednesday the 13th of November, the NZBPT held its fourth and final seminar of the year, titled “Exercising Government through Parliament”. The Trust’s corporate members listened to a number of ministers and members of Parliament speak about their roles and responsibilities. Attendees also viewed question time and engaged with members of Parliament over lunch in the Legislative Council Chamber. Kirsty Parkhill, University of Waikato 2023 winner of the Trust’s Tertiary Prize, also attended and was presented with her certificate of attainment. The Trust sincerely thanks all attendees, speakers, and those who helped organise this seminar. AbbVie AIA NZ Ballance Agri-Nutrients Ltd Christchurch International Airport Limited Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Contact Energy Ltd Fonterra Foodstuffs North Island Limited Fujitsu General New Zealand Industry and Parliament Trust Kiwi Property LandCorp Mercury NZ MSD Australia & New Zealand Rio Tinto Sealord Group Ltd Suncorp New Zealand Tower Insurance TVNZ The University of Waikato Willis Bond WSP in New Zealand Z Energy NZ
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