BSCNZ is proud to be the host of the 2025 World Federation Global Executive Congress

12-13th March 2025

The 2025 Global Executive Congress is an esteemed event that unites the world’s foremost Facility Services Contractors. Hosted by the World Federation of Building Service Contractors in collaboration with BSCNZ, this two-day congress delivers valuable insights, training, networking opportunities, and inspiration.

New Zealand, renowned for its warm hospitality (manaakitanga), awe-inspiring landscapes, and unique Māori culture, sets the stage for this remarkable gathering. Preceding or following the conference, a wealth of exciting adventures awaits in the nearby regions. Whether you crave breathtaking natural vistas, cultural exploration, or thrilling outdoor activities, New Zealand offers an array of possibilities.

Cost from $NZD 1,200 + GST - Includes 2 days of conference and gala dinner

THE VENUE: GRAND MILLENNIUM, AUCKLAND

Our chosen venue, the Grand Millennium in Auckland, is newly renovated and resides in the heart of this cosmopolitan city. With superb facilities and convenient access to the finest dining, shopping, and entertainment venues, it provides the perfect backdrop for our global event. The following link can be used to book accommodation.

Promo Code: WFBSC2025

Stay Dates: 10/03/25 – 15/03/25 (2 days pre and post event day)

Below is the hotel’s website

https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/auckland/grand-millennium-auckland/

Enter in your check in/out dates on the right hand side and “Check Availability”
Load the Promo Code into the Promo Code cell under “Codes and Options” (on the right hand side of the screen) in order to get the negotiated group rates
Select your room and proceed to check out

Millennium

EVENT OVERVIEW

Tuesday 11th March - 4pm

Welcome networking event and registration

New Zealand Cheese and Wine Experience

Grand Millennium

Wednesday 12th March

Full day of conference

Gala Dinner at the Auckland Museum - 6 pm

Thursday 13th March

Full day of conference

THE INDUSTRY GALA DINNER

Step into a world of sophistication and grandeur at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, where history, culture, and elegance converge. This iconic venue, nestled within the lush grounds of the Pukekawa Auckland Domain, sets the stage for an unforgettable gala dinner that transcends ordinary events.

Museum

SPEAKERS

Here’s an introduction to some of the distinguished speakers:

	MASTER OF CEREMONIES: KERRI WOODHAM Kerri (Kerre) Woodham, a well-known radio and TV personality in New Zealand, will be our lively and engaging Master of Ceremonies. With her sharp wit, interviewing skills, and warm presence, Kerre is a national treasure. She’s excited to be part of this industry-leading event.
	SPEAKER: HAROLD HILMAN Topic Transformational leadership Hillman earned his Ed.M. from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Pittsburgh (USA). With a strong belief that the best leaders are also the most skilled learners, Hillman coaches business leaders and executive teams to explore what is required to drive deeper levels of engagement. Over the past two decades, as both a senior executive and external coach, Hillman has coached CEOs, executive teams and leaders in New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Samoa, Fiji, New Caledonia and the USA.
	KEYNOTE SPEAKER: BRUCE COTTERILL Topic: Transformational Leadership Bruce Cotterill, a highly regarded business leader, brings extensive experience across various industries. As a five time CEO, published author, and professional director, Bruce will share insights on transformational leadership. His expertise spans real estate, media, financial services, technology, and retail. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true industry expert.
	SPEAKER: TREVOR SLATER Topic: Detecting Deception Trevor is the Chief Operations Officer of the Resolution Institute and is the manager of Restorative Justice training and accreditation services in Aotearoa New Zealand. Trevor has worked in dispute resolution for over 20 years, specialising in commercial mediation and financial dispute resolution. A highly experienced trainer with accreditations in multiple brain integration techniques (mBIT) and neuro linguistic programming (NLP). Trevor is an insightful speaker that will present on how to spot deception, and how to uncover truth.
	SPEAKER: MINAS LIAROKAPIS Topic: A new Approach to Robotics; Current and Future integration of Robotics within the commercial cleaning industry Renowned Dr. Minas Liarokapis, a leading expert in robotics and bionics. As the Co-Founder and CTO of Acumino, an Associate Professor at the University of Auckland, and the Director of the New Dexterity research group, Dr. Liarokapis is at the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in robotic dexterity and human augmentation. Dr. Liarokapis's work focuses on equipping robots with dexterous manipulation capabilities and developing assistive devices that enhance human performance. His innovative research has earned him numerous awards and accolades, including the prestigious IEEE Best Paper Award and the Hackaday Prize. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the future of robotics, human-robot interaction, and the transformative potential of bionic technologies. Whether you're a professional in the field, a student, or simply passionate about cutting-edge technology.
	SPEAKER; GARETH MARRIOTT Topic Discover the Hidden Realities of Modern Slavery Join us for an enlightening session with Gareth Marriott, a leading New Zealand business leader and modern slavery expert, for an essential discussion on ethical practices within the commercial cleaning sector. As a respected advocate for robust modern slavery legislation and New Zealand’s Business Leader for the Bali Process Government and Business Forum, Gareth brings invaluable experience and knowledge to address the critical and often hidden issue of modern slavery. He will uncover the systemic challenges and risks present in today’s supply chains and offer actionable strategies for organisations to safeguard their workers and promote ethical practices. This session offers a rare chance to learn directly from Gareth's wealth of experience, both on the ground and at the policy level. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with one of New Zealand's foremost voices on modern slavery, and to be part of the movement toward ethical, transformative change.
	SPEAKER: JUSTIN FLITTER Topic: The Impact of AI on Diverse Industries and Future Prospects for Building Service Contractors Justin Flitter founded AI New Zealand in 2017 to help business leaders discover why, where, and how to leverage Artificial Intelligence. Today he’s one of New Zealand’s most sought-after AI Keynote speakers, AI workshop facilitator and AI for business advisor. Justin will delve into the useful, practical ways businesses within the Building Services Industry can leverage AI to augment, automate and optimise processes, workflows and tasks. From Enterprise-Grade tools to AI Agents this talk showcases what’s possible, identifies potential risks and presents practical advice to help businesses advance their AI roadmap and employee adoption.
	SPEAKER: AMY MURANKO Topic: A Global overview on Modern Slavery; Combating modern slavery within the commercial cleaning industry Amy is the CEO and Founding Director of Global Impact Phils Foundation, an award-winning NGO fighting human trafficking. With over 30 years in leadership and ministry, with a background in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois. Amy is also aCo-Founder of Living Pearl Children’s Orphanage in Ukraine and a certified life coach who has transformed thousands of lives, especially women, through her Empowerment Coaching programs. Amy has dedicated her lifeto combat human trafficking, speaking widely to raise awareness and inspire action, she does this through comprehensive lectures on human trafficking to high-level stakeholders, including government and military officials. She is an active member of the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and honoured for exemplary work in combating human trafficking.

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For further information contact janine.fillet@bsc.org.nz