Running with the Ward's: EY

We topped off our tour of the Northland with a stop at Muriwai Beach at sunset. We marveled at the black sand beach and the beautiful colors of the sunset through clouds. We took group shots with an unrivaled back drop of the sea. And then we watched the Westpac Rescue Helicopter transport a man off the beach below after a hang gliding accident. We learned the next day that the man survived the accident.

Sunset over Muriwai


Now that's a good lookin' group!

Westpac Rescue Helicopter on the beach

Thank you to the proud sponsors of this amazing adventure with two of our best friends! This fun filled trip was made possible with your support.

EY and Westpac representin'

We seriously laughed more this week than we have in years. We loved exploring New Zealand with S&M but good company was only enhanced by the incomparable landscape and new experiences.

I just spent 6 days in Kuala Lumpur for Ernst & Young New Senior Manager Training. It was full on but I definitely had a great time. A few of the highlights....

Meeting colleagues from all over our Asia Pacific area including Vietnam, Thailand, Australia, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Korea, the Philippines, and many others I'm sure I'm forgetting.

Getting to know my New Zealand colleagues a little better.

Seizing the opportunity to network and serve as leader of the group.

Learning about creating meaningful client connections, negotiation techniques, and many sales strategies (seriously, we are lucky to receive such comprehensive soft skills training at EY).

Having the opportunity to practice my presentation and proposal skills through numerous simulations.

Learning "how" to eat numerous Chinese and Asian dishes from my colleagues.

Exploring a little bit of Kuala Lumpur.

Overall enjoying my first visit to Asia despite the heat and humidity!