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Latest Issue – Spring 2025
Six Kiwi Startups Ready For Global Impact
New Zealand’s startup scene has always been a bit of an underdog story. We might not have the size or the capital of Silicon Valley, but we do have a knack for punching above our weight. Our innovators work close to the problems they are solving, build lean, and think […]
Q & A with August & Co Design interior designer Hayley Dryland – Designing Luxury That Lasts
For Hayley Dryland, timeless design isn’t just a bit of marketing buzz, it’s the foundation of every project she takes on at August & Co. She’s not interested in ripping out a bathroom because a tile has fallen out of fashion and is a hue or two out of favour […]
The Best Pictures of 2024
The Sony World Photography Awards are always a great chance to get a peek into what the world’s top photographers are doing, where their interests carry them, as well as the techniques employed to capture them. This year comprises 30 finalists whittled down from over 419,000 images hailing from over […]
Roseanne Way – General Manager, Operations at Kindercare Learning Centres
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Effective leadership, to me, means empowering others to achieve their full potential while working towards a common goal. Over time, I’ve come to realise that leadership is not just about achieving results but also about creating […]
Crystal McKeown – Director, Ray White Te Atatu
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved over time? Over time, my understanding of effective leadership has evolved from focusing primarily on task-oriented management to a deeper appreciation of emotional intelligence and relationship-building. Early on, I might have thought it was about clear direction and […]
Amanda Whiting, CEO at IAG NZ
How do you define effective leadership, and how has your definition evolved? Twenty years ago, I would have said that effective leadership is about setting a vision and inspiring others to follow you. Over time that has shifted to investing more time in aligning leaders to a vision, creating space […]
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Drop Everything: Auckland Just got a Lindt Chocolate Shop
Once upon a time I had to travel all the way to Sydney to acquire Lindt hot chocolate as a gift to win the heart of my partner. Now Aucklanders need only drive… Pretty much the entire way to the airport to visit Chocolate Mecca. Located at the brand new […]
The Revived Orient Express Set To Roll Through Italy In 2023
Oh man, what a lot of us would get right now for a luxury trip around the most beautiful cities in Europe. A lot of people have already started eyeing 2023 as the year they restart their love affairs with travel (pending the situation at the border) and for those […]
5 Perfect Spy Valley Wine Pairings for your Next Celebration
If you are in need of some wine-pairing inspiration for your next celebration, look no further than the wines that we, and Spy Valley, are most excited about… Whatever you put on the table for your next special occassion, whether it’s a Champagne brunch, a sit-down three-course affair, or something […]
The inspiration you need for your next home. Sponsored by G.J. Gardner.
Build Your Own Palm Springs Escape
We all live busy and fast paced lives, so home should be a place designed to help us relax and unwind. But what if you could take that a step further, and transport yourself into the tranquil Palm Springs desert lifestyle every time you walk through the door? The […]
Interior Design Inspo: Stripe Tease
A key trend in fashion as well as interiors, stripes make their mark everywhere this Spring. Be it in classic forms or bold renditions, stripes bring a sartorial edge to a space. Image of the Plinth royal blue new jute rug from $320AUD from Double 1. Armchair by Gervasoni, $6940 […]
Making Your Home Design Unique To You
G.J. Gardner has an extensive range of home plans to suit all kinds of families and lifestyles. What makes them different, however, is GJ’s plans give you real flexibility as they are designed using a system that allows them to be easily modified, without incurring huge expense, making your home […]
How to Build Personal & Team Resilience – Hannah McQueen
At the M2woman Journey to Excellence event, Hannah McQueen, the founder of Enable Me, took the stage to share her journey from financial frustration to helping thousands of Kiwis conquer their mortgages and build wealth. Her story is one of resilience, innovation, and a fair bit of Kiwi ingenuity. It […]
My Career Path To Becoming A Professional Director – June McCabe
June McAbe’s keynote covered her extensive career journey, highlighting a pivotal moment in 1994 that set her on the path to governance. “It’s about taking risks and seizing opportunities,” she explained, underscoring the importance of being adaptable in an ever-changing world. For those aspiring to governance roles, June recommended reading […]
M2woman Journey To Excellence May 2024 – Executive Summary
In today’s rapidly changing world, finding a moment of calm and clarity is invaluable. The recent M2woman Journey to Excellence event provided just that—an afternoon filled with thoughtful keynotes, engaging insights, and meaningful networking opportunities. Our editorial director opened the event with a reflection on how far we’ve come since […]
Journey To Excellence Galleries
Journey to Excellence – 14 February 2020 Gallery
2020 marks the beginning of the third year in which M2woman hosts its Journey to Excellence Forum, discussing the key values of Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion. On Friday the 14th of February, we commenced our eighth event after hosting over 2,000 women in the past two years. The Great Room […]
Wellington Friday 8 June Gallery
On Friday 8 June 2018, M2woman continued the discussion on gender diversity and equality in the workplace. Over 100 invited guests descended upon Te Papa New Zealand for an afternoon of conversation and discussion. Here’s the official photographs from the event:
Journey to Excellence – 7 May 2021 Gallery
Journey to Excellence is a half-day forum that focuses on diversity and inclusion. The speakers will be unpacking what diversity and inclusion mean, how they aid in improving company culture and creates high performing teams. Learn more about our upcoming event here. Events You Should Attend Buy Now Buy Now […]
