We have reached the first quarter of 2024 and already a lot exciting discussions have been had between our council members at our Council meeting held in March. The focus of some these discussions have been around creating a clearer pathway for our memberships and maximising our current membership by reaching out to the industry to understand what professional educational opportunities are out there that we can take advantage of.
At the 2024 Branch AGMs, it was encouraged that our professional community have involvement in branch management committees to elevate IPAC / COMPRO presence and network. The feedback has been positive and we look forward to strengthening this relationship at future branch events and AGMs. As you may all be aware of now, PINZ has a brand new event on the industry calendar, and that is the National Property Ball held on the 22nd of October to celebrate professional property excellence and honour the incredible careers of award recipients. Make sure you don’t miss out and get your tickets.
LEND US YOUR SKILLS
Both IPAC and COMPRO Councils are currently seeking one new member each.
If you, or anyone you know, would welcome the opportunity to give something back to the profession and enjoy being involved in helping set the direction of the Institutes then we would love to hear from you.
The work of a Professional Community Counsellor is immensely rewarding and a terrific opportunity to hone your Governance skills while networking with industry leaders and decision makers,
If this sounds like you then please contact Rebecca@property.org.nz and she will ensure your inquiry gets passed on to us.
Lastly the IPAC Council is saying farewell to outgoing Counsellor Shaun Dornbush, who has generously offered his time and knowledge in recent years.
Thank-you for your contribution Shaun, and we wish you well.
COMPRO Chair Helen Brumby & IPAC Chair Vili Feiloivao
COMPRO Councillor Sarah Wrait - Profile Director | Property Manager
A love of property has taken Sarah throughout the industry, from managing over a hundred commercial properties across New Zealand to overseeing and coordinating multi-million dollar projects. She has a reputation for getting things done and is frequently asked to step in and turn around difficult properties, projects and consulting situations.
Other than property, the common denominator throughout her career has been people. On everything from small problems to large projects, Sarah successfully works with and builds relationships with all key people involved. She excels at looking after her clients, landlords, tenants, contractors, and staff – keeping them engaged and informed.
It is this passion for people and property that led Sarah to found Azure Property. An outlet to use her commercial property experience, varied skill set, and networks to help her clients and their tenants succeed.
Sarah also has extensive experience in retail property, including management, leasing, project management and master planning.
Sarah has a Bachelor of Property and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland. She spent 6 months studying at McGill University in Montreal, Canada.
Celebrating Incredible Property Careers
In the coming weeks we'll be opening nominations for the prestigious New Zealand Property Professional Awards, to be presented at the National Property Ball being held in Auckland on October 22 (see item above).
We encourage IPAC and COMPRO members to take a look at the criteria below and consider entering.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Commercial Property Manager of the Year award is made at the discretion of the Commercial Property Managers Institute (COMPRO) and recognises an outstanding commercial property manager that has shown exceptional levels of professionalism, excellence, best practice and service to the commercial property managers profession.
Eligibility Criteria
The award is open to any member of the Property Institute of New Zealand that identifies with the COMPRO community and who has been a member for at least 12 months.
PROPERTY ADVISOR OF THE YEAR Generously sponsored by Land Professionals Mutual Society (LPMS)
The Property Advisor of the Year award is made at the discretion of the Institute of Property Advisors & Consultants (IPAC) and recognises an outstanding property advisor or property consultant that has shown exceptional levels of professionalism, excellence, best practice and service to the property advisory and consultancy profession.
Eligibility Criteria
The award is open to any member of the Property Institute of New Zealand that identifies with the IPAC community and who has been a member for at least 12 months.
Nomination Requirements
A statement outlining the nominee’s role in the commercial property manager profession OR the property advisory and consultancy profession and their career achievements
Evidence of engagement with and contribution to the commercial property managers community
Details of involvement in any significant projects, highlighting the nominee’s personal involvement
Two written commendations from colleagues, clients or Property Institute members.
Lifelong Learning
The COMPRO and IPAC education subcommittee is now planning its next tranche of targeted webinars that are specific to our members.
The sub-committee would welcome topics or content suggestions from consultants, advisors and managers, who can email those to Rebecca@property.org.nz.
Recent presentations designed specifically for IPAC/COMPRO members include:
These webinars will also be available for purchase through your Property Institute web portal in the usual way.
REA Exemption Opportunity
The Property Institute has once again secured a special CPD exemption for certain members who may also be Real Estate Licensees. This is a special benefit that applies to IPAC and COMPRO members - specifically Registered Members, Senior Members or Fellows of PINZ.
Further details on criteria and conditions can be found in our letter of approval which can be downloaded HERE.
Eligible members wishing to apply for an REA CPD Exemption can fill out the application HERE.
