Curious about a future in digital advertising?
IAB New Zealand - the industry body for Aotearoa’s digital advertising sector - is hosting its annual Mix & Mentor session for AUT and UoA students. We know it can be tricky to figure out what happens in an industry until you actually get to talk to the people in it, and that’s what this session is all about. It'll give you a chance to ask any questions, and meet the experts.
What you can expect in this two-hour session:
🎤 Ask anything in an open Q&A with industry experts (you can use a mic or Slido and anonymous questions are welcome). See below for our panel of expert speakers.
📊 Learn how the industry works, from creative and media to data, tech, and strategy.
🤝 Meet the people shaping the Aotearoa digital advertising industry. Connect with professionals, IAB NZ Council leaders, and member organisations in a relaxed networking session. (Light refreshments included!)
Mentorship Opportunity:
A limited number of 6-month mentorships with digital advertising professionals will be offered after the event. This is optional and you are welcome to attend the event without signing up for a mentor. Spots are limited and not guaranteed, so let us know when you register if you’d like to be considered. You’ll also be able to choose your areas of interest when you register. Please make sure you read and understand the Terms & Conditions.
👉 Please note: This programme is not about job placements or interviews. It’s about learning, building connections, and getting guidance from people already working in the industry.
This is a free event for AUT and UoA students. Spaces and mentorships are limited. Registration is required to attend and numbers are limited.
Thank you to Google for supporting this initiative and hosting the event.
Agenda
3- 3:15pm: Registrations.
3:15 - 4pm: Introductions. Speaker panel discussion to respond to audience Q&As.
4-5pm: Networking. Refreshements will be served.
Scott Bibby
Agency Partner, Meta.
IAB NZ Digital Effectiveness Council Member.
Scott Bibby has over two decades of experience, having held senior positions at Publicis Groupe, JCDecaux, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Meta. He has developed a strong local network and understanding of the digital advertising landscape. As an Agency Partner for Meta NZ, Scott manages key partnerships and connections between Meta and agencies operating in Aotearoa. Driven by his passion for media and creativity, he is always on the lookout for innovative methods that enable agencies and brands to achieve business results by pushing beyond conventional media strategies. Scott is a member of our Digital Effectiveness Council, and Video Working Group.
Emily
Isle
Chief Digital Officer, MBM.
IAB NZ Data, Privacy & Measurement Council Member.
Emily is a passionate digital leader with 18 years industry experience spanning NZ, US and global export. She has held posts specialising in full communications planning and digital media investment, from strategy through to operations. Emily has been at MBM New Zealand for 4+ years, fueling the alchemy of talent and product to future-proof client business and deliver creative and effective digital experiences. Emily values the role IAB plays in the New Zealand digital industry. Emily has served on both the Digital Effectiveness and Data, Privacy & Measurement Councils.
Skipper Lomiwes
Head of Digital Revenue Solutions & Operations, TVNZ.
Chair, IAB NZ Emerging Technology Council
Skipper is a senior digital and commercial leader with over a decade of experience at the intersection of data, technology, and revenue strategy. At TVNZ, he heads Digital Revenue Solutions & Operations, overseeing the organisation’s commercial data strategy, digital product innovation, and operational execution. His work includes collaborating with Adobe and AWS to develop globally leading clean room solutions, enabling brands to harness their data for competitive advantage, and leveraging AI to enhance TVNZ’s digital experience and monetisation capabilities.
Qassem Naim
Founder, Team Circle.
Chair, IAB NZ Data, Privacy & Measurement Council
Qassem (aka Q) is a data enthusiast with a background in advertising and science. Having begun his career in medical laboratories researching targeted cancer treatments before venturing into targeting consumers. Q has worked with leading brands in Seattle and in 2016 joined FCB. Later he founded Team Circle, APAC's largest customer technology and AI consultancy focused on making technology easy.
Sandra Scott
Sales & Partnerships Director NZ, Vistar Media.
Vice Chair IAB NZ Programmatic DOOH Working Group
Sandra has over 15 years of experience in media sales and management roles in London and Sydney. Sandra joined Vistar Media as part of their Australian launch team in 2019, where she developed the programmatic DOOH category and drove demand-side revenues across the ANZ markets. Sandra has led Vistar's expansion of operations in NZ since 2022, providing on-the-ground resources for agencies and suppliers, growing and developing new and existing business, and championing the programmatic DOOH category. She is passionate about leveraging programmatic DOOH technologies and data-driven strategies to deliver successful campaigns for clients.