An Evening of Connection and Conversation

ABOVE: Joan Forret, Pam Roa and Margaret Wilson. PHOTO: KeyImagery.

Huge thanks to everyone who came along to 'An Evening of Connection and Conversation' on Tuesday 18 November 2025 at the Hamilton Gardens' Chartwell Room.

ABOVE: Debbie Stevens, Momentum Waikato Relationship Manager, opens proceedings. PHOTO: KeyImagery.

Was great to gather together local lawyers, accountants and financial advisors with the founders and organisers of some of our endowment funds for a lively chat and some good connecting.

ABOVE: Ken Williamson, Momentum Waikato Bequest Patron and the event's MC. PHOTO: KeyImagery.

The panel discussion traversed the looming inter-generational wealth transfer and how Momentum Waikato is well equipped to harness the resulting opportunities for the benefit of the entire region.

ABOVE: The rest of the panel - Ken Stephens, Joan Forret, Margaret Wilson and David Christiansen. PHOTO: KeyImagery.

It was explained how professional advisors like those in the room can connect their clients with Momentum Waikato, so we can help them create a local legacy or have their trust's community mission continue. Generosity that delivers!

All of which aims to realise a strategic and collective approach to generosity that, with enough people on board, will sustain our region and its communities for generations to come.

For a better Waikato for everyone, forever!

ABOVE: Joan Forret makes a point. PHOTO: KeyImagery.

If you would like to know more, get in touch with the Momentum Waikato team info@momentumwaikato.nz or 07 834 0404.

Thanks to KeyImagery for the pictures, and to Zealong Tea for the gift bags.

ABOVE: Ken addresses the room. PHOTO: KeyImagery.