Thursday, May 10, 2012

Future Dragonz - Revolving Doors, Changing Faces of Aotearoa

Venue: Level 1 Lobby, Owen G Glenn Building, The University of Auckland Business School
Time: Doors open 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start
Entry: FREE for members and non-members
Dress: Smart business

Make way for the new mainstream.

Future Dragonz and The University of Auckland Chinese Alumni Club partner to present an event that explores how young professionals are stamping their mark in Auckland and around the world.

During the first part of the evening we hear from special guest, Mayor Len Brown, and two energetic personalities who share their views on their place in today’s hyper-connected world and how they navigate it to bring their dreams to life.

The second half ushers in the World Café, a discussion format designed to generate and deepen your ideas on the event theme.

With the young Chinese professional demographic booming at an incredible rate, come discover your place in this new world order.

Please join us for drinks and nibbles from 6:00pm. The discussion kicks off from 6:30pm.

Proudly supported by New Zealand Asia Institute.

RSVP by Friday 25 May via Facebook to secure your place.

THE EVENING'S SPEAKERS:

MAYOR LEN BROWN

Len Brown is the first Mayor of the Auckland Council. He believes Auckland can be the most liveable city in the world - a city that delivers a strong economy with fair rates, a clean, healthy and safe environment to live in, better public transport, and strong communities with strong local democracy. Len grew up in Otara and Papatoetoe. Outside politics and family, his interests include gardening, reading and singing.

MONICA MU

Monica Mu came to New Zealand 10 years ago as an international student. After many years working as a community mental health worker, she is now a community advisor at Auckland Council. Passionate about empowering youth, Monica is co-chair for the Leadership and Development Conference (LDC) 2013, an initiative of the New Zealand Chinese Association. A qualified Zumba instructor, she is a sports fanatic and keen traveller.

SAM YIN

Originally from China, Sam Yin is an energetic entrepreneur who links New Zealand and China through his property investment company Hougarden.com. He is a passionate New Zealander who adores this country’s lifestyle and culture. Sam holds business degrees from The University of Auckland Business School and worked in IT project management prior to establishing Hougarden.com. He has a strong interest in photography and soccer.

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