The Future Workplace Forum

As New Zealand’s economy begins its gradual recovery in 2025, HR professionals are uniquely positioned to help organisations navigate both challenges and opportunities. While labour market conditions remain soft, they are expected to improve as economic growth gains momentum throughout 2025 and into 2026.

HR has long been at the forefront of managing disruption, whether responding to COVID, economic downturns, or climate events. But beyond crisis management, HR also plays a critical role in enabling organisations to seize new opportunities and drive sustainable growth.

Ready to get ahead of the curve?
The world of work is shifting fast—and the most successful organisations are those where HR leads the way. Join HRNZ and the University of Auckland Business School in Auckland for a high-impact day designed for and by forward-thinking HR professionals who are ready to anticipate change, adapt with purpose, and accelerate into the future.

What You’ll Explore at the Future Workplaces Forum

HR as a Strategic Leader
Discover how HR is influencing boards, partnering with CEOs, and driving sustainable business strategy from the top table.

Building Future-Ready Organisations
Learn how to turn disruption into opportunity by strengthening workforce resilience, building capability, and culture fit for the workplace of the future.

Embracing Change, Technology & Innovation
Explore how HR can lead the adoption of emerging technologies, respond to demographic shifts, and design adaptable, multigenerational workplaces that harness the strengths of diverse talent.

Inclusive & Purpose-Led Leadership
Be inspired by leadership grounded in wellbeing, values, and cultural intelligence—designed to build thriving, inclusive, and sustainable organisations.