- 15 - 17 May 2026
- Caroline Bay Hall, Timaru
Speakers
There are two types of speakers during the conference:
Be inspired by the stories of our keynote speakers. These people usually come from outside of Toastmasters and have made great achievements in their own field. Their insights on communication and leadership often leave the audience with new insights and perspectives!
Our educational sessions focus on more technical aspects of communication and leadership. These sessions are usually run by accomplished members within Toastmasters. With longer timeslots, it gives us the opportunity to explore topics at a deeper level than what can be done during a regular club meeting.
Below are the speakers that have been confirmed. Keep an eye on the programme page for information about when each person will be speaking!
Fi McKay
With more that 35 years of executive leadership experience, Fi McKay is a trusted advocate for inclusive workplace design, workforce planning, staff retention, and unlocking the potential of multi-cultural and multi-generational teams.
As Director of Legend Transformational Leadership Company, she brings deep expertise in intercultural coaching, strategic leadership, and creating environments where diversity of background, age and experience is seen as a strength.
Fi has authored the Include Cultural Atlas Kiwi section, contributed to AI tools for cultural adaptability, and created nationally award-winning training programs. Her speciality? Translating strategic leadership into actionable, long-lasting change that empowers organisations from the grassroots to the executive level.
Hon. James Meager
Hon. James Meager is the Member of Parliament for the Rangitata electorate. Born and raised in Timaru, he holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Otago. Before entering Parliament in 2023, he built a career in public law and government, working as a senior solicitor and serving in a range of political advisory roles. Since entering Parliament, James Meager has quickly taken on a number of ministerial roles.
Known for his engaging communication style, James Meager offers a unique perspective on what it takes be a community leader.
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