3 July 2025
Westpac Smarts- Keeping NZ Real
Westpac Smarts with Dave Beeche – A Masterclass in Leadership
We have the pleasure of hosting a powerful edition of Westpac Smarts, featuring none other than Dave Beeche, CEO of RealNZ and a leader with a career spanning law, sport, marketing, and major global events.
From his role spearheading the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 to his current leadership of one of New Zealand’s largest tourism operators, Dave has navigated pivotal moments, rewarding challenges, and transformtive work. In this session, he generously shared stories from his leadership journey—and his deep commitment to protecting and promoting Aotearoa’s natural treasures through tourism.
A few key takeaways:
- Leading with purpose across economic, environmental, and social impact
- The importance of authentic guest experiences in nature
- The power of staying values-driven through changing industries
- Partnerships are key. Build those relationships early
- Use the 3 C’s – Curiosity, Collaboration and Conviction! They’ll help you hit the ground running with any project, whether personal or professional.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and to Westpac for supporting these important conversations that spark growth and connection across Southland’s business community.
