As communications and PR enter a new era of acceleration, leaders are operating at the intersection of AI, shifting media systems, and rising public expectations. The rules are changing quickly, not just how we communicate, but how trust is built; reputations are shaped, and organisations are understood in real time.
Comms & PR 2026 brings together senior practitioners and industry leaders to explore what it takes to stay credible, relevant, and effective in a landscape defined by constant disruption, from AI and data-driven decision-making to misinformation and cultural accountability.
Over two days, we will examine how communication is shifting from a delivery function to a strategic driver of trust, reputation, and resilience and what it means to lead in a world that is moving faster than ever.
Key themes
- Future of Comms and PRÂ
- Mastering AI in Comms and PRÂ Â
- Communication change and transformationÂ
- Connecting, Measuring and ProtectingÂ
Who will attend
- Heads of Communication
- PR leads
- Stakeholder Communications
- Corporate & Regulatory Affairs
- Government Relations
- Media Relations
- Community and Stakeholder Relations
- Internal Experience Managers
- Engagement LeadsÂ
Organiser
We are dedicated to organisations that put people at the heart of their success.
We have supported NZ organisations in their learning and connections through 3,000 conferences, meetings, expos, awards and training courses.
Venue
128 Albert Street, Auckland 1010
