About us
Welcome to The Project Community - Wellington (formerly known as the PRINCE2 User Group Meetup). This group was formed in 2009 to help support those adopting PRINCE2 in the Wellington Region. We are connected to The Project Community - Auckland (also formerly known as the PRINCE2 Auckland User Group) who had their first meeting on September 18, 2012. Both groups will continue to hold free sessions throughout the year and continue to support those interested in getting their PRINCE2 foundation or practitioner qualifications but we want to actively promote and support capabilities in those other areas of project management, programme management, portfolio management, project office management, benefits management, strategic realisation and change management. We'll also take an interest in digitisation, Agile development, Business intelligence and Artificial intelligence. If you can do a project with it, then we're interested in it.
Note, there is no formal constitution and membership is free. Costs of venues, food and liquid refreshments at our meetings are through the generosity of our sponsors.
What the group is:
• Forward thinking and positive
• A great place to network at a professional level
• Diverse - in terms of views and membership
• Focused on sharing and learning from each other
• Embracing relevant new technologies and new thinking
Further information on the group's history and objectives is on the "about the user group" page www.prince2.org.nz
Upcoming events
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AI Beyond the Hype: Defining Value Before Delivery
Deloitte, Level 12, 20 Customhouse Quay, Wellington, NZNext month The Project Community Wellington brings you:
AI Beyond the Hype: Defining Value Before Delivery - Delivered by Scott Earley
Many organisations are exploring AI, but the real challenge is determining where it delivers meaningful and sustainable business value. In this session, Scott shares ACC's practical approach to evaluating AI opportunities through a benefits and value management lens, balancing innovation with responsible investment. Drawing on ACC's experience, he explores how to define measurable outcomes, assess risks such as privacy, financial exposure and long-term dependency, and make informed decisions about when to continue exploring AI opportunities versus when to invest. Attendees will gain practical insights, decision making frameworks, and real-world lessons on moving from AI experimentation to evidence-based investment that delivers lasting organisational value.Followed by: TBC
Our speakers:
Scott Earley, EPMO Benefit Lead, ACC. Scott E. | LinkedIn
Scott brings extensive experience in enterprise portfolio management, benefits realisation, and value delivery, with a strong track record of helping organisations turn strategic investments into measurable outcomes.
As Enterprise Value Manager at ACC New Zealand, Scott leads the identification, management, and realisation of value across a complex change portfolio. He works closely with business leaders and delivery teams to ensure investments remain aligned to strategic priorities and deliver meaningful benefits for customers, stakeholders, and the organisation.
Drawing on his background in benefits management, portfolio governance, and geospatial data, Scott has played a key role in embedding value management practices across ACC. His expertise includes Investment Logic Mapping, benefits planning, ownership frameworks, performance reporting, and portfolio prioritisation. Through this work, he has helped strengthen decision making, improve investment outcomes, and create greater visibility of value delivery across the enterprise.
With a passion for connecting strategy to execution, Scott combines practical experience with a results focused approach to portfolio management, enabling organisations to make informed investment decisions and maximise the impact of change initiatives.5:00pm - Pre-meeting drinks and finger food
5:20pm - 5 minutes - Welcomes and Introductions
5:25pm - 25 minutes - Presentation & Questions - Scott Earley
5:50pm - 25 minutes - Presentation & Questions - TBC
6:15pm - 15 minutes - Final Questions
6:30pm - 5 minutes - Signoff, Thanks and Next Meeting details
6:35pm - 25 minutes - Networking
7:00pm - Close24 attendees
Past events
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