An evening of inspiration, celebration, and connection – with Frankie Coulter and the MoPed community

We’re ending the year on a high – and we want you there.

Join us for a special MoPed event that brings together big ideas and bold storytelling with good people and great vibes. We're combining an unmissable keynote with Frankie Coulter – NZ Marketer of the Year 2024 – with our end-of-year celebration for the Bay of Plenty marketing and communications community.

Part One: Marketing that Moves – with Frankie Coulter

Frankie Coulter doesn’t just lead marketing—he reshapes it. As Head of Marketing at Goodman Fielder New Zealand, he’s breathed new life into some of Aotearoa’s most iconic heritage brands, including Vogel’s, Edmonds and Meadow Fresh.

With over 25 years of global experience at brands like Kellogg’s, Durex, Boots, and Wattie’s, Frankie brings a people-first, commercially creative approach that’s driving award-winning work—and redefining what brand leadership looks like.

Joining Frankie will be Jen Jones, recent winner of the Excellence in New Brand Development (for Meadow Fresh's Quick Brekkie) and Simran Wadhawan, recent winner of Marketer of the Future at this year's YouTube NZ Marketing Awards.

In this keynote + Q&A, Frankie, Jen and Simran will unpack:

The career-defining moments (and missteps) that shaped his journey
What it takes to lead marketing in a fast-evolving landscape
Their favourite campaigns—and the thinking behind them
The tools, principles, and truths they've learned along the way

Whether you're a senior strategist, a creative thinker, or just starting out, this session will challenge and inspire you to lead with more clarity, creativity, and impact.

Part Two: MoPed End-of-Year Wrap Party

After we feed your brain, we’ll feed your festive spirit.

Celebrate the wins, learnings, and creative pivots of 2025 with your fellow MoPedders. Expect:

A quick update from Haydn Marriner on the Tauranga Place Brand – a game-changing project shaping how we tell our region’s story
A light-hearted look back at 2025's highlights from the MoPed community
Tasty canapés, a complimentary drink (or two), and zero awkward icebreakers
Plenty of time to connect, reflect, and toast to what’s next

This is more than an event – it’s a chance to grow, celebrate, and wrap up 2025 with purpose and good people.

Spaces are limited – Register now to secure your spot!