not to be missed!

EVES conference offers incredible learning, actionable insights, and fantastic networking. Connect with industry experts, motivational speakers and obtain strategies and skills to implement into your business.

This year’s conference will look at how we best rise up to the challenges, both current and new, that we face in our industry. It will leave you feeling excited, informed, and better equipped to tackle the year ahead!

In the evening everyone will come together to celebrate the year that has been and the success of our top achievers, at EVES Annual Awards at Mercury Baypark. 

Featuring
Nigel Latta

Nigel
Latta

Keynote Speaker

Clinical psychologist, internationally renowned author, TV presenter and documentary maker, Nigel has a fantastic way of finding simple solutions for complex issues. In this session Nigel will talk about why the world is changing so quickly, what it means for anyone trying to run a business, and some things you can do to get match fit. He will also talk about how to be resilient in an anxious world, and the amazingness of us… the miracle of being human, with all it’s good things and the bad things as well. The focus will be not just on looking after your mental health, but simple things you can do for resiliency and well-being.

Sacha Coburn

Sacha
Coburn 

Keynote Speaker

With decades of experience as an entrepreneur, leader and motivational expert, Sacha’s unique ability to challenge and inspire through sharing insight and wisdom learned will leave you pumped and ready for the year ahead. Sacha’s session will focus on key skills necessary to influence and inspire others we deal with to take action. With an emphasis on next level communication skills, she will explore the neuro-science of emotional intelligence, the power of self-awareness and self-mastery, and new techniques for being at your best when you’re at your busiest.

Hilary Barry

Hilary
Barry

MC

Multi-award winning newsreader and presenter, Hilary is funny, personable and one of the most recognisable and popular faces on New Zealand television. Hilary currently hosts the prime time TVNZ show Seven Sharp.

We are thrilled to have Hilary hosting our conference this year, as well as the Awards in the evening.

Jen Baird

Jen
Baird

Speaker

CEO at REINZ, Jen will present to us an update and overview of what is happening in the industry and the implications it may have and what the REINZ is doing for its members, through training, advocacy, technology and data.

Karl Davis

Karl
Davis

Speaker

Karl’s session will emphasise the importance of Vendor Marketing Investment, not just for the vendor but for you, the agent. He will provide key insights and tips from his years of experience, to enable you to confidently secure VMI. 

Paul Vujnovich

Paul
Vujnovich

Speaker

Negotiation skills are critical to ensure you close the deal, especially in a hard market. Paul’s session will give you the skills, the understanding and the phrases, to be able to negotiate a positive outcome in every type of market.

Robert Tulp

Robert
Tulp

Speaker

Auctions are key part of real estate for all salespeople and it’s important to know how to manage auctions in a changed market. Whether you do one a year or 100, Robert’s session will ensure you are able to get the best results.

Chris Matthews

Chris
Matthews

Speaker

The Property Management break out will include Chris covering case study workshops, breaking down three topics: extensive alterations, disclosure for family violence and uninhabitable rental properties; as well as discussion and group presentations.

Sarah Vermeulen

Sarah
Vermeulen

Speaker

Sarah will be presenting on Bookme, the new industry designed tool for property managers to coordinate viewings with tenants, developed to significantly reduce no shows and costs. Chris and Sarah will also host a Q&A.

Thank you to our amazing suppliers whose sponsorship helps us bring the EVES conference to you. They will have exhibits on the day with products, prize draws and info. Make sure you check them out or just swing by for a chat.

Premium Sponsor

One Roof

Gold Sponsors

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Registration price includes access to the full day of conference, catering and event materials, and attendance at the EVES Annual Awards.

Registrations close:
4pm, Thursday 1st June 2023

Mercury Baypark, 81 Truman Lane, Mt Maunganui
Mercury Baypark,
81 Truman Lane,
Mt Maunganui

Mercury Baypark is Tauranga’s Premier Venue for conferences, meetings, entertainment and exhibitions in the prime location of Mount Maunganui, offering easy access plus parking on-site for up to 5,000 vehicles.

Getting to Baypark

A short section of Truman Lane (westbound) has been reduced to one lane, to enable the next stage of Waka Kotahi works in the area. While this work takes place, access to Truman Lane is via State Highway 2 Sandhurst interchange only. Access to Truman Lane from the State Highway 29A roundabout is closed.

Delays are expected so please plan your trip to Mercury Baypark with plenty of time to spare.