Keystone Trust 2018 by Keystone Trust

SUPPORTING

tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PROPERTY LEADERS

“Although the financial support has been great, the most valuable part of being in the Keystone family would be the connections I’ve been able to make, the networking events I’ve attended and the educational site visits. Keystone has provided me with a huge insight as to what my future will hold and has introduced me to some of the most successful and inspiring professionals in the property sector.” OLIVIA HEIGHTON KEYSTONE STUDY AWARD 2015

WELCOME TO KEYSTONE TRUST FOR OVER 23 YEARS KEYSTONE TRUST HAS PROVIDED SUPPORT FOR COMMITTED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM CHALLENGING CIRCUMSTANCES TO UNDERTAKE PROPERTY RELATED TERTIARY STUDY

Supporting tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property leaders We pride ourself on never losing sight of our purpose, which is to provide an open door for our students, support them through their tertiary journey and assist them as they go on to achieve their dream careers in property. By taking a stake in their future success, we have fulfilled many opportunities to change lives and equip young people for a bright future in the world of property. As a Charitable Trust, our funding comes from the generosity of our sponsors, assistance from supporters and our well-managed investments. Since we began we have assisted over 130 students and awarded over $1.8 million of scholarship funding.

Lifting to a new level Each year we receive applications from many more deserving students than we can currently fund. As a result, our vision is to significantly increase the number of students we can support.

We have invested considerable time into our future direction and how we will achieve our strategic objectives. We value the commitment made by our current industry partners and supporters, and seek more partners to join us to support even more young property stars.

“After 23 years it is wonderful to see the vision and dedication of the Trust still as strong today. I feel fortunate to have followed the

Keystone Trust was built on the legacy of Graeme Bringans, a Kiwi property developer who, throughout his career, had been a strong advocate of promoting opportunities for young people to enter the property industry – particularly those whose family, financial or other circumstances were such that their paths might be blocked. His dream was to establish a Trust dedicated to helping such young people find their pathways into one of the many aspects of the industry.

progress of many students over the years, and watched as they have taken up some great roles in our industry. I still enjoy being actively involved, and continuing to meet with even more deserving and positive young people.” BINTY BRINGANS FOUNDING TRUSTEE

STRONG

foundations

Guidance

Relationships

FUTURE

property

Support

LEADER

Encouragement

Introducing

peer to peer connections

Creating

knowedge sharing from inspiring professionals

Providing valuable

industry networks

Fostering positive

real world examples

to develop learning

Supporting tertiary outcomes with

relationships

with industry

scholarship funding

role models

LEADERSHIP OUTCOMES ABILITY TO SET OBJECTIVES FOR PROFESSIONAL CAREER GROWTH

ABILITY TO REACH PERSONAL GOALS

ABILITY TO RELATE ACADEMIC LEARNING TO INDUSTRY PRACTICE

OVERALL OUTCOME

To empower young people to go on to become

TOMORROWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PROPERTY LEADERS

DEVELOP STRONG NETWORK OF INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS

“The principles that underpin Keystone reflect our industry at its best – people coming together to deliver something enduring, inspirational and life-changing. I have the privilege to play a small part in the development of our industry’s future and am inspired by the raw talent, determination, and humility that each student brings with them to Keystone. They are our future, and the fantastic support of our sponsors guarantees that future.” GREG PRITCHARD CHAIRMAN KEYSTONE TRUST

TRUSTEES

Greg Pritchard

Andrew Petersen

Mike Higgins

CHAIRMAN • BUILT ENVIRONS FOUNDATION GUARDIAN

DEPUTY CHAIR • BELL GULLY FOUNDATION GUARDIAN

FOUNDATION GUARDIAN

Mike Bayley

Scott Pritchard

Binty Bringans

BAYLEYS CORPORATION LTD

PRECINCT PROPERTIES

FOUNDING TRUSTEE

Corrina Gibbons-Hurinui

Jeremy Hay

XIGO

RCP

KEYSTONE ALUMNI

KEYSTONE FOUNDATION GUARDIAN Chris Gudgeon KIWI PROPERTY

RYAN’S STORY “Being a Christchurch lad one of the biggest influences that shaped my decision to do surveying was the earthquakes. Keystone has made a huge difference to my transition into tertiary education. The Keystone Study Award not only provided me with a significant amount of money to aid my studies every year, but also provided me with so many opportunities both through meeting others like me and meeting some very important and influential people in the property industry.”

OUR STUDENTS

are at the heart

OF WHAT WE DO

At Keystone, funding is just one part of the equation – the benefits for students and sponsors are so much more.

A bright future The Trust has built up a solid investment base that in time will assist with supporting our students – but, like you, we

KEYSTONE TRUST OFFERS NEW ZEALAND’S

always strive for more, better and bigger.

ONLY PROPERTY-FOCUSED SCHOLARSHIPS

As we move into the future, we are now expanding our

THAT INCLUDE OPPORTUNITIES OF

programme delivery in order to support many more

NETWORKING, MENTORING AND

talented property students.

CONNECTING PROMISING TALENT WITH

Our Trustees have taken the steps toward lifting Keystone

THE BEST IN THE PROPERTY INDUSTRY

to the next level to meet our objective of vastly increasing the number of students that we are able to support.

SUPPORTING KEYSTONE TRUST BRINGS TOGETHER SPONSORS, STAKEHOLDERS, STUDENTS, EDUCATORS AND INDUSTRY PARTNERS

Having a central position allows us to engage across the property sector to facilitate advancement through supporting young people on their pathway through their studies and into the industry. Being part of our well recognised Keystone family allows you to leverage off this influential network.

“As the best in the industry we are here to support students who are promising to be the industry’s future leaders.”

TAYLAR’S STORY “At high school I was never hugely academic, and never thought that I would get a scholarship. But Keystone is designed for people who have struggles and aims to provide a boost of support. This makes a huge difference. If I didn’t have Keystone, I would probably would have ended up taking a very different path. Whatever happens Keystone will always believe in us and help get us back on our feet, the support and guidance that they give us is really special. Of course, the money is amazing, but the support is what is key.”

CONNECTING THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF OUR SPONSOR FAMILY. STUDENTS RECEIVE THE VALUABLE INDUSTRY CONNECTIVITY THAT ASSISTS THEM ON THEIR TERTIARY JOURNEY.

“It is truly a rewarding experience to see the theory we learn in class come to fruition in the workplace. The site visits prove that there is a purpose of the many hours spent completing assignments and studying for tests. The hands-on experience and direct interaction with project managers and owners of the local property projects widened my scope of possibilities and deepened my interest in the engineering practice. As an engineering student it can be easy to get lost in textbooks or caught up on the calculator. However, the opportunity to step back and look at the real-world application of our studies is immeasurable. Thank you very much to all who contributed to this opportunity.” SAM, KEYSTONE STUDY AWARD 2014

BEN’S STORY “I feel I have a real sure footing and I’m in a lot better place than a lot of my classmates. This has been thanks to Keystone who have given me so many networks and the confidence to connect. Where other students might feel anxious or nervous about their futures, I feel pretty calm. If it wasn’t for the Keystone Scholarship I wouldn’t be anywhere near where I am today, and I definitely wouldn’t be doing a degree.”

THE END RESULT KEYSTONE TRUST HAS BECOME WELL KNOWN FOR PRODUCING SOME OF THE BEST GRADUATES AROUND

Our students and Alumni are the proof of how we make a difference. Through the support and networks of the Keystone family, former scholarship recipients are now reaching the top levels of the best firms around the world. Our Alumni also represent us in competitive property markets globally, made possible by their own hard work and by the doors opened by their Keystone connection.

MOALA’S STORY KEYSTONE ALUMNI

“I’d like to acknowledge Keystone for seeing the potential within students and never losing sight of it. You truly do live by the values that you stand by, that you want to invest in students so that they realise their potential in their studies and go on to be part of the property sector. Thank you for making my career story possible and also for giving me an opportunity to share my story to be included with those who have come before me and those who are yet to come. These stories are the fruit of the Trust’s hard work and power to bridge the gap between students and working professionals.”

DO THE RIGHT THING NOW MORE THAN EVER, BUSINESSES ARE REQUIRED TO BE LEADERS IN TERMS OF THEIR BEHAVIOUR AND HOW THEY RELATE TO THE WIDER COMMUNITY

Keystone is a practical way to be a good corporate

Provide opportunities for the cream of the crop

citizen and engage your own stakeholders in your

In an increasingly competitive sector, attracting top

organisational culture and compassion, while actively strengthening the industry in which you operate. Through partnering with the Keystone Trust, you are demonstrating that you are supporting tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future property leaders.

Support future stars One of the most valuable elements of a Keystone scholarship is the level of support and mentoring our Keystone family provide to our students. From informal mentoring to work placements, buddy systems, site visits and job shadowing, many of our sponsors find it extremely rewarding to be able to mentor, advise and support a promising young person who has similar interests and ambitions in the property world.

Network with industry leaders The networking events we hold throughout the year are a highlight on the property calendar that provide our students, Alumni and sponsor family with opportunities to network with industry peers.

talent is critical for business growth and success. Keystone Trust showcases high-performing, driven students who are seeking roles in the industry. By offering work placements and other exposure to the world of work, our students will find the best pathways to success.

ANNTONINA’S STORY “Keystone has benefited me in many ways such as being able to converse and learn from people who are really passionate about their careers. I started out with little knowledge of roles within the industry and Keystone has exposed me to so many networks and has given me the experience to interact with these people.”

WITH

your help WE CAN

grow

SCHOLARSHIPS BUILDING

SCIENCE

SHARING WITH YOUR HELP WE CAN GROW

OUR

We have the evidence to prove that our programme works - and it is not only working with our students, but helping the New Zealand property and construction sector unite with the common goal of seeing these young leaders succeed. With your help we can grow our programme and create a reliable and enduring income stream to support future students through their property tertiary studies. Join other industry leaders and become part of the future of New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property industry.

programme WORKS

BECOMING A KEYSTONE SPONSOR THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS TO BECOMING A SPONSOR

Support and mentor the bright young stars of property.

Keystone Scholarship Partners

Demonstrate positive corporate behaviour specific to the industry in which your organisation operates and excels.

that perfectly matches your organisation’s needs.

Exclusive networking events where you can connect with other industry leaders. Join a diverse group of forward-thinking industry leaders who play an active role in supporting and securing tomorrow’s property stars.

Keystone Sponsors Sponsorship packages start with an annual commitment of $10,000 + GST with funding targeted into the Keystone Study Award scholars. An overview of the current benefits is outlined below: • Your logo on all Keystone collateral • Ability to work with students and mentor them through their Keystone journey • Brand awareness via website and electronic communications including event collateral and multi media exposure • Networking events

This unique position allows you to select a student The Sponsorship obligation is an annual commitment of $18,000 + GST per annum. A Key Scholarship Partner gains all the benefits of a sponsor and in addition: • Gains primary brand placement • Creates a scholarship tailored to your needs, where specific qualifications can be accommodated and Keystone facilitates a relationship across tertiary organisations to attract your preferred students • The scholarship is jointly branded between the partner organisation and Keystone Trust • Your organisation has active participation in the scholarship selection process. This exclusive partnership ensures that the recruitment and mentoring needs of your organisation are met

“Although I am passionate about all of our stakeholders, at the heart of what we do are our students, and I am fortunate to be working with a wonderful group of young people. I am driven by making a difference, and I am pleased to be working in an environment, supported by industry, where promoting academic opportunities is integral to the organisation’s spirit.” VICTORIA McARTHUR KEYSTONE TRUST GENERAL MANAGER

OUR SPONSOR FAMILY KEY SCHOLARSHIP PARTNERS