22/07/2026
BizFest Porirua – What an incredible day!
Building your village and learning from your mistakes to make that village stronger.
- Trust your gut.
- Trust your people.
- Surround yourself with strong village members.
These powerful messages were shared by Ruby Tui, Sir Ian Taylor, and Bev Priestman—three truly inspiring individuals who have achieved extraordinary things. From Olympic gold medals and championing equality in women's sport, to reshaping the way the world experiences sport through digital innovation, and breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries. Each speaker shared valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, and believing in yourself.
BizFest also provided incredible networking opportunities and practical workshops that challenged me to think differently about how I can continue to grow Studio M Architecture, strengthen my network, and build an even better village around me.
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, take your village” - Ruby Tui
A huge thank you to everyone involved in making the day such a success. I left feeling inspired, motivated, and full of new ideas.
Looking forward to BizFest 2027! 👏
