The Convergence team has a wealth of experience working with MPs, various government departments, local authorities and their various trading entities, district health boards, SOEs and government-controlled organisations.
We have consultants who have worked in the Beehive, and for both Labour and National party cabinet MPs in their electorates. This first-hand knowledge means we know how to navigate your way around central government and its departmental labyrinth, connect you with the right people, and identify the best and most appropriate channels for you to present your case. Our collective experience combined with the expertise of our partner Wellington-based PR consultancies will help you target your communications to the right areas of influence.
We also have consultants who have worked for district councils – again, it’s a case of understanding how councils actually work, the processes you need to follow to get the best results for whatever outcome you are seeking to influence, and who the key players are that you need to make contact with, formally or informally.
Another strength for Convergence is understanding the requirements of regional government, including how to effectively work within the Resource Management Act and other laws that govern regional authority activities.
The role of local government has dramatically evolved during the last decade and is showing no signs of slowing up!