We welcome new members to join our community. To register, please visit http://pace.org.nz/user/register
What We Offer Members
PACE is run by a dedicated group of member volunteers who serve on our management committee. The committee work hard to meet the needs of our members. Here are some examples of what we do:
Member Events:
Our committee curates a rich mix of topics, speakers, and venues to offer members a balanced calendar of professional development, social gatherings, and networking opportunities.
Professional Development Opportunities:
We provide practical learning through hints-and-tips workshops, one-day events, and shared information on external training and seminars. We also engage with training providers to negotiate special rates or discounts, ensuring members have access to high-quality development opportunities.
Knowledge Sharing:
Members can easily exchange resources through our website, member dashboard, and event presentations. Whether you’re seeking guidance or have insights to share, the platform makes sharing seamless and accessible.
Supporting and Mentoring Each Other:
We work hard to foster a welcoming environment where every member feels included. New members are introduced to others to help them quickly feel part of the community. We support new EAs and PAs as they establish themselves and provide assistance to any member experiencing personal or professional challenges.
Sharing Relevant Vacancies:
Recruitment agencies regularly approach PACE to share suitable roles with our members. Members are also encouraged to inform the management team of opportunities within their own workplaces so we can circulate them throughout the network.
Providing Leadership Opportunities:
Members can build their leadership skills by joining the management committee, contributing to working groups, or delivering a presentation at one of our events.
Engaging with influential and relevant stakeholders:
We maintain strong relationships with recruitment agencies and other key stakeholders to advocate for the profession, discuss compensation, explore job market trends, and raise the visibility of our community. By continually strengthening our public profile, we aim for stakeholders to recognise our value and proactively seek engagement with us.
Our History
PACE Inc. was established in 1991 in response to demand for a formal organisation where Professional Assistants to Chief Executives could promote their role as a professional body and meet collectively with their peers.
In July 2025, members approved a new constitution, and PACE was reregistered under the new Incorporated Societies Act.
The key change was to extend membership to include professional assistants for all C-suite executives (sometimes referred to as tier 2), as well as the traditional CEO (tier 1). Under this fresh mandate, PACE continues to develop and grow.
PACE Website Privacy Statement
Protecting Your Privacy and Personal Information
Introduction
PACE (Professional Assistants to C-suite Executives) is a not-for-profit incorporated society managed by a volunteer committee. Our website serves as a hub for professional assistants, offering networking opportunities, professional development, knowledge sharing, mentoring, and job vacancy advertisements. This privacy statement explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you engage with our website and services.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information in several ways, including:
- Membership Registration: Name, contact details, employer information, professional role, and payment details for membership fees.
- Event Registration: Information needed to register you for networking events, professional development sessions, and mentoring programmes.
- Job Vacancy Advertisements: Details you provide when advertising or applying for jobs, including contact details and application materials.
- Website Use: Information collected via cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve user experience.
- Communications: Records of your correspondence with us, including queries, feedback, or service requests.
How We Use Your Information
Your personal information is used to:
- Process and manage your membership
- Organise and administer events, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and networking within the PACE community
- Communicate with you about services, updates, and relevant opportunities
- Manage job vacancy advertisements and related communications
- Improve our website and services through analytics
Sharing Your Information
PACE is committed to respecting your privacy. We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With professional speakers, event partners, or mentors solely for the purpose of facilitating your participation in events or programmes
- With job advertisers or applicants, when you choose to engage with job vacancy services
- With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or delivering services, and only to the extent necessary for those purposes
- Where required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of PACE, our members, or others
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information against loss, unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. Access to your data is restricted to authorised volunteers and service providers who need it to perform their roles. We regularly review our security measures and update them as needed.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information held by PACE. If you wish to exercise these rights, or have concerns about your privacy, please contact us using the details below. We will respond to your request promptly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance your browsing experience and help us understand website usage patterns. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Analytics data collected is used in aggregate and does not identify individual users.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy statement or how your personal information is handled, please contact the PACE Management Committee at pacewellington@gmail.com
We may update this privacy statement from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.