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Live Podcast Listening & Impact Sector Networking – Wellington

Date: Friday 22 May 2026
Time: 1:00pm–4:30pm (networking and drinks to follow)
Location: Velocity Financial Offices
38 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington

Live podcast hosted by: Steven Moe
(Partner, Parry Field Lawyers; Founder, Seeds Podcast)

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Event overview

The Seeds Impact Conference 2026 is being recorded live in Christchurch. In Wellington, Velocity Financial, in collaboration with the Kaitiaki Foundation, is hosting a shared, in‑person live podcast listening and networking event for the local impact and not‑for‑profit community.

This gathering is an opportunity to come together, listen to the Seeds Podcast sessions as they’re recorded, and connect with others working across the impact sector. The afternoon blends thoughtful conversation with time to network and reflect together.

(For those unable to attend in Wellington, the conference is also available to watch live online via ticketed access.)

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What to expect

• Live podcast listening session streamed from Christchurch (1:00pm–4:30pm)
• Panel discussions and interviews exploring:
  • Impact investing and community housing
  • The future of the impact economy
  • For‑purpose organisations and innovation
  • Leadership and long‑term sustainability
• Casual networking, drinks, and light nibbles following the sessions

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Speakers & contributors

The live Seeds Podcast features speakers from across the impact, economic, legal, and innovation sectors, including:

Steven Moe (Host), Shamubeel Eaqub, Judith Bullin, Rachel Brown ONZM, Graham Scown, Martin Cudd, Yang Su, Annie Wilson, Ali Hamlin‑Paenga, James Palmer, Paul Gilberd, Estelle Parker, Bea Gladding, Lani Evans, Izzy Fenwick, Jay Geldard, Annemarie Mora, and James Laughlin.

Full programme and speaker details:
https://seedsconference.nz/programme-and-speakers

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Who should attend?

This Wellington event is suited to people working in or alongside the impact sector, including:

• Charity and community organisation leaders
• Trustees and board members
• Impact practitioners and advisers
• Professionals supporting for‑purpose organisations
• Anyone interested in impact, finance, governance, and long‑term stewardship

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Why we’re hosting

Through Velocity Financial and the Kaitiaki Foundation, we support organisations to build strong, resilient financial foundations so they can continue creating meaningful impact.

By hosting this Wellington listening and networking event, we’re creating space for the local impact community to engage with national conversations, strengthen connections, and reflect together.

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Attendance options (Wellington)

You’re welcome to join us for all or part of the afternoon:

Full session
1:00pm–4:30pm, followed by networking and drinks

Later session + networking
Arrive from 3:00pm to join the final podcast sessions and networking

Online option
Watch the conference live from Christchurch via ticketed access:
👉 https://events.humanitix.com/impact-conference-2026

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Getting here & accessibility

Venue: Velocity Financial Offices, 38 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington

Parking: Limited street parking nearby (Vivian Street, Cambridge Terrace, Tory Street). Council restrictions apply — please allow extra time or use public transport where possible.

Accessibility:
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let us know of any accessibility or dietary requirements when you RSVP so we can accommodate you where possible.

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Creating a welcoming space

This event is intended to be welcoming, respectful, and inclusive.

Photos may be taken at the Wellington venue for event and organisational communications. If you prefer not to be photographed, just let us know when you RSVP.

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RSVP – Wellington in‑person event

This is a free, hosted event for the impact community.

Please RSVP by emailing Suzanna at:
suzanna@velocityfinancial.co.nz

When you RSVP, please let us know:

• Whether you’re attending in person
• Whether you plan to join from 1:00pm or from 3:00pm onwards
• If you’ll be bringing any additional attendees
• Any dietary or accessibility requirements

Drinks and light nibbles (such as cheese and crackers/finger food) will be provided.

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