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Practical & deeper conversations
The RIAA Conference is the largest gathering of the responsible investment community in Aotearoa New Zealand, bringing the sector together for the practical guidance, fresh perspectives and connections needed to tackle today's challenges. Taking on what delegates told us last year, this year's program leans further into the hands-on, covering the timely topics you need to navigate an increasingly complex world. A full day of keynotes, panels and workshops gives you room to dig deeper, with tools and frameworks to take back to your desk and space to connect with peers across the investment chain.
Join us on 22 September 2026 at Cordis Auckland.
What to expect
We'll explore the issues shaping responsible investment in New Zealand and beyond, with in-depth conversations including systemic risks of AI, geopolitics, greenwashing, modern slavery, sustainable bonds and electrification, plus plenty of opportunity to put your questions to expert speakers throughout the day.
There will be a dedicated financial adviser stream to help advisers strengthen client value, deepen advice capability and stay ahead of evolving market and regulatory demands. We'll also be celebrating the 2026 NZ Responsible Investment Leaders and Responsible Investors on the day. Stay tuned as we confirm sessions and speakers in the weeks ahead.
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What you'll gain
Strategic insight into the latest trends, emerging issues
and regulatory shifts shaping sustainable finance and responsible investment.
Inspiration and expert perspectives
from leading investors, government representatives and ESG practitioners, including major asset managers and investee companies.
Connection and collaboration with peers
across the investment chain, sharing tools, frameworks and ideas to strengthen your practice and drive impact.
Practical capability-building
with tailored sessions for financial advisers.
Professional development with CPD accredited sessions
designed to deepen your capability.
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Who should attend
- Institutional investors, KiwiSaver and superannuation providers, asset managers, banks and insurers
- Financial advisers, wealth managers and advice firms
- Investment platforms, product providers, ESG data, index and ratings providers
- Iwi and Māori investment organisations
- Corporate sustainability, finance and reporting leaders
- Government, policy, regulatory and standards bodies
- Stewardship, engagement and sustainable finance specialists, consultants and academics
- Community trusts, foundations, philanthropic and impact investors
In 2025, conference attendees included asset owners such as AMP Wealth Management NZ, CareSuper, Generate KiwiSaver Scheme and Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation. Asset managers such as ANZ Investment Management Ltd, BT Funds Management NZ, Pathfinder Asset Management and Harbour Asset Management were in attendance. The financial adviser contingent was also in attendance including First Advice, JBWere NZ, Forsyth Barr and Craigs Investment Partners.
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I was very impressed with the openness, the real conversations.. all in all, it was a really refreshing experience.
- 2025 conference attendee.
Fantastic growth in the NZ industry.
- 2025 conference attendee.
I walked away with actionable insights, a stronger professional network and a renewed sense of purpose in making a positive impact through responsible investment. Highly recommend it for anyone serious about sustainable and ethical investing.
- Tara Leota-Seiuli, Policy Advisor, Auckland Council.
Making the business case for integrating sustainable investing
RIAA is partnering with NZ Super Fund and Northern Trust Asset Management to bring you an interactive side event that will explore how sustainable investment beliefs are translated into real-world investment decisions.
Held on Monday 21 September, 3:30pm (for 3:50pm start) – 5pm in Auckland, this session will bring together investment committee members, responsible investment practitioners and investment professionals to work through practical investment committee papers and implementation challenges currently facing investors.
Space is limited and priority will be given to RIAA Conference attendees. Separate ticket is required to attend.
About RIAA
The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring capital is aligned with achieving a healthy society, environment and economy.
With 500+ members representing A$76 trillion / NZ$83 trillion in assets under management, RIAA is the largest and most active network of people and organisations engaged in responsible, ethical and impact investing across Australia and New Zealand.
