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Keystone Trust celebrates mentor commitment during National Volunteer Week
At no time in recent history have economic hurdles, barriers to entry and a global health crisis posed such formidable challenges for young people navigating professional pursuits. These circumstances underscore the true value of efforts undertaken by mentors and...
Opportunities give Keystone alumni a chance to pay it forward
Short on time but not opportunities, 2014 Keystone Trust Study Award recipient, current Dilworth School boarding house manager, and large format retail broker at Colliers, James Petherick’s professional success continues to open new doors – though he is sure to leave...
NZX-listed property investor focused on ‘S’ objectives
Just as climate change and governance are shaping up to be key election issues, so too is the education of young adults across Aotearoa-New Zealand. Equipping school-leavers with the tools to succeed in the workplace is an issue thrust to the forefront of the...
The 2023 Rugby Lunch proudly sponsored by Wynn Williams
It’s a sell-out: 2023 Rugby Lunch proudly sponsored by Wynn Williams. We are counting down to the 2023 Rugby Lunch proudly sponsored by Wynn Williams on Thursday 24 August at Cordis Hotel, Auckland. We are honoured to have Wynn Williams stand with us to present this...
Construction bosses say an emphasis on foundation skills is the key to productivity
Two leading construction experts say an emphasis on core competencies is the key to developing a resilient and productive building and construction sector in Aotearoa-New Zealand. Speaking from downtown Auckland, Brian Hutton and Simon Sheldon, executives at...
Trust partnership highlights career prospects within the facilities management sector
Keystone Trust’s newest supporter says a global emphasis on health and climate change in the built environment is seeing greater demand for specialists in the facilities management sector, with the organisation hopeful a partnership will illuminate potential career...
Leading retirement village operator Summerset extends ESG framework with Keystone Trust sponsorship
Leading Australasian retirement community operator and property developer Summerset is the latest business to join charity Keystone Trust in a role as Key Sponsor Partner.
Don’t be afraid to pivot and flex, says Keystone alumni
Disillusioned by tough market dynamics as he embarked on a professional career in real estate, Keystone alumni and 2019 Study Award recipient Kamal McEntee-Amziane overcame early career challenges by realising there’s more than one way to achieve your goals. While...
Inspiring leaders within the Trust demonstrate Women’s Day spirit
A reminder to celebrate women’s achievements and our capacity to promote gender equality, March 8th is International Women’s Day, and Keystone Trust is proud to look to its network for some of the country’s finest female-led inspiration.
Safety footwear demonstrates the value of giving in kind
With the recent donation of 54 pairs of steel-capped boots, Keystone Trust’s Premium Partners Vincent Capital and Founders Development have helped keep students safe on work sites while building their confidence, demonstrating the broad benefits of giving in kind....
Inaugural ‘Try for Charity’ event raises $15,000 for Keystone students
Blending the best elements of giving back with some good old-fashioned competition, Friday, 10 February, saw global commercial real estate business and Keystone Trust sponsor, JLL, host its inaugural Try for Charity event – to resounding success. Featuring 17 teams,...
Family ethos resonates with new sponsorship partner Ashton Mitchell
Image Caption: Ashton Mitchell team members attend the 2022 Keystone Trust Awards Evening (L-R) Tony Rowell, Stephen Smith, Clifford Paul, inaugural Ashton Mitchell Key Scholarship award recipient Charlie Witana, Peter Ashton, Ms Witana, Warren Payne.A premier...
Unique design culture lures Keystone alum back to Aotearoa to form their own architectural practice
Transferring her architectural skills to the northern hemisphere gave Keystone Trust alum and architect Julia Mercer (nee Toomey) a fresh take on the value of Aotearoa’s unique design culture – a move that’s motivated her to start her own firm, Elbow Architects....
Challenging builds only viable with the right skills and people, construction experts say
Since its inception 22 years ago, Cassidy Construction has become a highly regarded full-contract construction business operating in industrial and commercial sectors across New Zealand. However, the firm warns of underinvestment in education stifling industry growth....
New partner sees alumni success as Keystone Trust’s best advertisement
Executives say that Keystone Trust alumni in critical roles across asset management, contract management and site engineering were the catalyst for Fulton Hogan to become the organisation’s newest sponsorship partner. Keystone Trust provides education and career...
