Professional Assistants to C-suite Executives
PACE is a professional network that leads, advocates for, and supports Executive and Personal Assistants to C-suite leaders. We provide opportunities for connection, knowledge sharing, and professional development, helping members grow their skills, raise the profession's profile, and build strong working relationships with peers and stakeholders.
To become a member of PACE, you must be an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant (EA, PA, or similar) supporting a Chief Executive, Director, or second-tier leader (e.g., DCE, GM), or the equivalent, within a New Zealand–based organisation in the Lower North Island. If you're unsure whether you meet the criteria, feel free to get in touch - we’re happy to talk it through with you.
To register, please visit http://pace.org.nz/user/register
Meetings & Events
PACE members meet approximately 6–8 times a year at a mix of online sessions and in-person breakfast, lunch, and evening events held across Wellington. In addition to hearing from engaging speakers, members appreciate the chance to connect, network, and learn from peers across a wide range of sectors, while also putting faces to the names of the many EAs and PAs they collaborate with in their day-to-day roles.
Corporate PA Summit – Exclusive 20% PACE Member Discount
We’re delighted to let you know that PACE has negotiated a 20% discount off the advertised Summit rates exclusively for our members.
This year’s Summit features experienced executive support professionals, leadership experts, and industry specialists covering topics such as:
- Strategic partnering with executives
- Leadership presence and influence
- Managing up and across
- Future-focused skills for EAs
- Career progression and personal branding
The calibre of speakers at this year's summit reflects the continued evolution of our roles as strategic business partners.
To access the PACE member discount, please email us at info@pace.org.nz for details. You can find full conference information, including speakers and programme details, on the summit website Corporate PA Summit Auckland | ThinkTank Media
Rachel Bonetti, a speaker at last year's PA Summit in Auckland, recently shared some valuable reflections with her mailing list that will resonate with many of you.
A key theme was the often “invisible” work EAs and PAs do - the strategic thinking, anticipation, emotional intelligence, and operational oversight that only truly gets noticed when it stops. It was a powerful reminder of the growing influence and leadership impact of our profession.
Take advantage of the summit discount to support your professional development journey.
Events
Wednesday, 18 March 2026, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
WorkSafe, 8 Willis St (entrance between Alchemy and Macpac right by the bus stop) Sign in at level 1 reception for Venise Comfort