TV star to MC PCOA conference

The Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA) has announced an award-winning TV presenter will be the master of ceremonies at PCOA25 at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on 7-9 December 2025.

Journalist and broadcaster from TVNZ’s Seven Sharp, Rachel Parkin, will MC PCOA’s annual conference, and she brings more than two decades of experience in the public eye in New Zealand.

Beginning her career in newspapers and then on television, Parkin has worked on major news events and believes in the power of storytelling.

As a born-and-bred Cantabrian, she is excited about Christchurch hosting the PCOA conference for the first time.

PCOA25 will bring together conference and event professionals from across Australasia for an engaging program featuring keynote speakers and industry thought leaders, with plenty of networking opportunities for delegates to connect.

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