1 – 2 May 2025, Hamilton
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Together, let’s open the doors to a world where inspirations drives your success!
The Bayleys DWN2025 Success Through Inspiration Conference promises to be an unforgettable event where you will be empowered to dream big, believe in your potential, take meaningful action, and make a difference.
This conference is filled with insightful world class speakers, from Olympic Champions to agricultural envoys, engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and a dazzling gala dinner. Take the time to connect with like minded passionate people, be surrounded by a supportive community and grow with the best minds in the dairy industry to create meaningful interactions.
Discover how to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, master your farm’s financials with innovative tools, explore New Zealand’s global dairy potential, prioritize well-being while enhancing farming practices, and be inspired by DWN’s learning opportunities.
Gain the knowledge and confidence to seize opportunities, be inspired and motivated, ignite your passion and creativity for the industry, gain fresh perspectives, and leave with actionable strategies.
Registrations are now OPEN.
START: 11:00am, Thursday, 1 May 2025
FINISH: 12:30pm, Friday, 2 May 2025
WHERE: Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton
THANKS TO OUR CONFERENCE PARTNER
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WHEN & WHERE:
START: 11:30am, Thursday, 1 May 2025
FINISH: 12:30pm, Friday, 2 May 2025
WHERE: Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton
Claudelands is located on the corner of Brooklyn Road and Heaphy Terrace in the heart of Hamilton and on the eastern side of the Waikato River.
MEET YOUR MC:
Marie-Claire (M-C) is a business development, marketing, and strategic leader. She founded and led ShowGizmo – an event app company that grew to 30 people in three countries. She was the establishment GM of the Wellington Angel Investment network and founding CEO of international software consortium, the Event Tech Tribe.
She’s also started a tech-startup which funded her Philosophy degree, worked in local government as an Economic Development Advisor, started and sold a café and a MakerSpace, helped several rural/AgriTech companies with growth and managed Sales & Marketing for a listed SAAS company.
In her spare time, she set up a coworking space in Carterton and is a Trustee for Retired Working Dogs NZ and the Chair of Wairarapa’s Chamber of Commerce, Business Wairarapa.
MEET THE KEYNOTE:
Eric Murray is a two time Olympic and eight-time World Champion Rower. Eric knows there’s hard work, then there’s smarter-than-your-opposition-work.
Eric is a good-natured ˜Kiwi Bloke’ who lays it all on the table. He speaks about staying motivated, challenging yourself and being able to differentiate when to follow and when you need to be a leader.
Learning the personal attributes that he’s used in his sport will enable you to get to the top in your chosen field. Learn how to become the best and stay the best from the man who was able to outsmart the competition.
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THE SESSIONS:
LIVING COURAGEOUSLY:
UNCOVERING YOUR TRUE POTENTIAL
with David Galbraith
In this session, David will explore the essence of living courageously, uncovering the deeper layers of what it means and how we are (or are not) naturally aligned with our true selves and full potential.
NAVIGATING DAIRY’S FINANCIAL UPS & DOWNS:
STRATEGIES FOR STABILITY
with FiguredNZ
Dairy farming comes with its fair share of ups and downs, but managing financial stability doesn’t have to be one of them. This workshop with FiguredNZ will explore practical tools and strategies for planning, forecasting, and cash flow management
THE GLOBAL PICTURE
with Hamish Marr, New Zealand’s Agricultural Trade Envoy
Hamish will discuss global trends in the agricultural industry and their impact on New Zealand farmers and producers. Discover what sets New Zealand apart, why it excels, and how its unique approach differs from other countries. Gain insights into why these differences are vital to the nation’s economy and future success
THE INNOVATION PANEL
with Herd-i, Landify and Wingman
Experience New Zealand’s can-do attitude and kiwi ingenuity in this
inspiring session! Hear from three innovative companies that have transformed bold ideas into reality. Get ready to be excited and inspired by creative thinkers making a difference.
THE MILKING IT PROJECT
with The Milking It Team
Join us for an exclusive look into Milking It, DWN’s groundbreaking financial coaching programme. This dynamic 30-minute session will provide an inside view of the programme’s journey, featuring a captivating content montage, insights from the off-farm support team, and a live panel discussion with representatives from DWN, Figured, and CMK Chartered Accountants.
PERMISSION TO LAUNCH
with Marie-Claire Andrews
Unlock your business potential with Permission to Launch!
Join us for an empowering 15-minute session designed to introduce you to our transformative 8-week business programme, Permission to Launch.
GLOBAL WOMEN’S BRUNCH:
Kicking off this year’s conference, we are excited to share that Fonterra and the Global Women Foundation are partnering to provide a memorable learning experience during a welcome brunch.
Global Women’s mission is to create opportunities for networking and conversation in a safe environment, with the goal of advancing women in leadership. They aim to connect New Zealand’s leading women locally and globally.
During the brunch, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a few members of Global Women, who will share their unique insights, personal journeys, and valuable perspectives.
Stay tuned for more details about the session, coming soon!
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GALA DINNER:
Hosted by Julia Jones join us for an evening of glitz, glam, and celebration at the 2025 Gala Dinner, as we honor the dedication, achievements, and leadership of the outstanding women in the dairy sector.
Set against the backdrop of sophistication, this unforgettable evening will be filled with gourmet delights, live entertainment, and the announcement of the 2025 Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year and DWN’s Regional Leader of the Year.
This Gala Dinner is not just an event—it’s a tribute to the women who are shaping the future of dairy in New Zealand.
This event is optional to attend and not included in the conference registration. An additional ticket purchase is required.
Brought to you by:
EXCLUSIVE EARLY BIRD
COMBO TICKET:
We’re rolling out an EXCLUSIVE launch offer for our biggest fans; a package deal that includes a two day conference registration AND Gala Dinner ticket! Yes, that means two days of inspo AND a fancy night out with good food, great company, and celebration.
- Two Day Conference Registration – Gain insights, inspiration, and practical tools from our incredibile lineup of workshops, sessions and speakers, including Olympic Champion Eric Murray
- Gala Dinner Ticket – Get your finest frock out and dust off you tux, it’s time to celebrate in style with a night of connection, laughter, and delicious food alongside fellow dairy women and industry leaders.
LIC ON-SITE TOUR:
Kickstart your Bayleys DWN2025 Conference with an exclusive LIC on-site tour!
LIC invites you the morning of Thursday 1 May for a behind the scenes exclusive on-site tour of their Hall of Fame, Bull Farm, Semen Labs, Herd Testing and Diagnostics Labs!
This insightful and interactive tour wraps up just in time for you to head to the conference kick-off.
WHEN: Thursday, 1 May 2025
TIMINGS: 8:00am – 10:30am
WHERE: LIC, 605 Ruakura Rd, Newstead, Hamilton – just a 15-minute drive from Claudelands Event Centre!
This event requires a separate ticket purchased. Limited spots are available.
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GETTING THERE:
HAMILTON AIRPORT
Located 14 kms south of Hamilton.
Airport Road, RD2, Hamilton 3282
DRIVING
Car parking is available on site. A number of accessibility parking spaces are available on site.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Claudelands is a 10-15 minute walk from the CBD. Taxi stands are located on Heaphy Terrace. Bus stops are situated on Brooklyn Road and Heaphy Terrace.
ACCOMODATION:
Please note that Dairy Women’s Network has not reserved any accommodation for the DWN2025 Conference.
Attendees are encouraged to book their own accommodation early, as availability close to the venue may be limited closer to the event.
Brooklyn Motor Lodge –
5 minute walk
Hamilton City Holiday Park –
10 minute walk
Novotel Tainui Hamilton –
20 minute walk
ibis Hamilton Tainui –
20 minute walk
Quest On Ward Apartments –
25 minute walk
Ramada by Wyndham –
30 minute walk
Jetpark Hotel Hamilton –
4 minute walk from Hamilton Airport, 15-20 minute drive to Claudelands Event Centre. Taxi rank is available at the airport.
Fancy staying in Hamilton for a long weekend after the DWN Conference? You’ll find a range of fun, exciting or relaxing activities to do in the area HERE.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNER AND SPONSORS
For sponsorship opportunities, please email: conference@dwn.org.nz.
REGISTER AND SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW!
