This year’s Summit will explore the contribution our natural health products’ sector makes to the local economy, global wellness, knowledge and innovation. From New Zealand to the world, we have a reputation for excellence and a curiosity and vision that propels us.
Our speakers will traverse formulating for success; export excellence; longevity; founder stories; and more.
The natural health product sector is the rising star in New Zealand’s value-added economy. By enabling bold and innovative solutions, collaborative and trusted networks, and an awareness of our broader social responsibilities, Summit 2024 will push your horizons Beyond Boundaries.
Summit 2024 Speakers
Sarah Cowley Ross
Master of Ceremonies
Proudly supported by GO Healthy
Proudly supported by GO Healthy
Sarah Cowley Ross
Passionate about health, wellbeing and performance Sarah Cowley Ross loves to see people thrive.
A New Zealand born Samoan, Sarah fulfilled a long dream of becoming an Olympian in 2012 competing at the London Olympics in the heptathlon. She represented New Zealand at two Commonwealth Games in the heptathlon (2006) and high jump (2014). After a fifteen year international career Sarah retired in 2014 following the World Athletics Continental Cup where she was a member of the Asia Pacific team.
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) and a Bachelor of Communications. She was a host for the TVNZ broadcast of the Tokyo Olympic Games, is a commentator for Athletics NZ, Chair of the New Zealand Olympic Committee Athletes' Commission sitting on the Board of the NZOC, and a dedicated columnist to the Locker Room. Her most important role is Mum to Max and Poppy.
A New Zealand born Samoan, Sarah fulfilled a long dream of becoming an Olympian in 2012 competing at the London Olympics in the heptathlon. She represented New Zealand at two Commonwealth Games in the heptathlon (2006) and high jump (2014). After a fifteen year international career Sarah retired in 2014 following the World Athletics Continental Cup where she was a member of the Asia Pacific team.
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) and a Bachelor of Communications. She was a host for the TVNZ broadcast of the Tokyo Olympic Games, is a commentator for Athletics NZ, Chair of the New Zealand Olympic Committee Athletes' Commission sitting on the Board of the NZOC, and a dedicated columnist to the Locker Room. Her most important role is Mum to Max and Poppy.
David Foreman
Keynote Speaker
Proudly supported by Anagenix
Proudly supported by Anagenix
David Foreman
David is a pharmacist, naturopath, author, speaker and media personality known internationally as “The Herbal Pharmacist®”. His background in pharmacy and natural medicine has put him in an elite class of health experts.
David is highly sought for his ability to connect the science world with sales and marketing. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, and author of hundreds of articles and dozens of books.
He is currently on the editorial advisory board for Nutritional Outlook and is a frequent speaker at most major industry events including: Vitafoods Europe, Vitafoods Asia, SupplySide West and Vitafoods Insights.
David is highly sought for his ability to connect the science world with sales and marketing. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, and author of hundreds of articles and dozens of books.
He is currently on the editorial advisory board for Nutritional Outlook and is a frequent speaker at most major industry events including: Vitafoods Europe, Vitafoods Asia, SupplySide West and Vitafoods Insights.
Helen Robinson
ONZM CInstD
Helen Robinson
With a 30-year background leading technology companies Helen is an entrepreneur with interests in a diverse range of innovative companies across many industries including technology, finance, sustainability and consumer goods.
Former executive roles include MD of Microsoft NZ and Global MD, Markit Group (now S&P Global). Helen founded and was CEO for Organic Initiative Ltd (Oi) and remains a significant shareholder and Director. Helen chairs the NZTE Beachheads for NZ, alongside several other Chair and Directorship roles.
Helen was recognized as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in 2017; won the NZ Supreme Women of Influence Award 2016; Most Inspiring Individual at NZ Innovation Awards 2017; Next Magazine’s Woman of the Year in Business & Innovation; and Most Inspiring Women Leader at the NZ International Business Awards in 2019.
Her personal mission is to ‘do good at scale’.
Programme
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Wednesday 29 May 2024
From 8:00 AM
MCC Labels Coffee Cart
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Registration
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Summit Welcome and Presentations
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Pre-Dinner Drinks
7:30 PM - Late
Dinner / Awards / Dancing
Thursday 30 May 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Breakfast / MCC Labels Coffee Cart
9:30 AM - 12.00 PM
Plenary Sessions
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lonza CHI Networking Lunch / MCC Labels Coffee Cart
1:00 PM
Summit Closes
Industry Awards 2024
Register
Full Registration (excluding GMP Pharmaceuticals Gala Dinner)
LATE Registration (excl GST)
Closes 5:00pm, 22 May 2024
$825
GMP Pharmaceuticals
Gala Dinner
Gala Ticket (excl GST)
$185
Extra guest(s) tickets for Alaron Welcome Function
Extra Function Ticket (excl GST)
$55
Full Registration (excluding GMP Pharmaceuticals Gala Dinner)
LATE Registration (excl GST)
Closes 5:00pm, 22 May 2024
$1,080
GMP Pharmaceuticals
Gala Dinner
Gala Ticket (excl GST)
$200
Extra guest/s tickets for Alaron Welcome Function
Extra Function Ticket (excl GST)
$65
Accommodation
We have secured accommodation for our summit at Napier’s leading accommodation providers and all within walking distance of the Napier War Memorial Centre.
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Venue
Napier War Memorial Centre
48 Marine Parade, Bluff Hill, Napier 4110
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