We’re delighted to announce that Dame Lisa Carrington will be our guest speaker at the Fresh Carriers Hayward Medal Gala Dinner, taking place on the evening of Wednesday, 25 February at Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui.

A world champion kayaker and proud Zespri ambassador, Dame Lisa is New Zealand’s most decorated Olympian, with nine Olympic medals, including eight golds. Her remarkable career spans 15 world championship golds and nine successive K1 200m titles, demonstrating unmatched consistency at the highest level of sport. In 2022, she was appointed Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, recognising her outstanding contribution to New Zealand sport. Her accolades include the Halberg Supreme Award and Sportswoman of the Decade, and the ANOC Outstanding Sporting Career Award.

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating excellence and leadership in our industry.