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Throwback - FNZCCI x Air Liquide Gala 2026
Over 200 guests gathered for the FNZCCI Gala 2026, celebrating French-Kiwi business, community and culture at Auckland's Pullman Hotel.
The FNZCCI x Air Liquide Gala 2026 - Fête de la Musique brought together more than 200 members, partners and guests for an unforgettable evening celebrating the strength of the French-Kiwi business community.
Held at the Pullman Auckland, this year's Gala drew inspiration from France's iconic Fête de la Musique, creating an evening where business, community and culture came together to enjoy outstanding food, entertainment and make meaningful connections.
Guests enjoyed a programme featuring addresses from FNZCCI Co-Presidents Madeleine Colombie and Frederik Cornu, H.E. Laurence Beau, Ambassador of France to New Zealand and the Cook Islands, our Naming Sponsor, Air Liquide (Natalie Wilford)andOfficial Wine Partner, Edmond de Rothschild Heritage (Anne Escalle).
Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed captivating performances by Heimiti Beziac, whose beautiful renditions of French classics perfectly captured the spirit of Fête de la Musique, alongside glamorous Moulin Rouge-inspired dance performances by Christelle Ridon and her troupe, all while enjoying a menu carefully paired with exceptional French and New Zealand wines.
Merci to our sponsors and partners
The Gala would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partners.
Our sincere thanks go to our Naming Sponsor, Air Liquide, and our Gold Sponsors BNP Paribas, Danone and VINCI Construction Grands Projets for their continued commitment to strengthening the French-New Zealand business relationship. Merci beaucoup also to Bronze Sponsors L'Oréal Groupe and Orange Business.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our valued partners and supporters: Edmond de Rothschild Heritage (Official Wine Partner), Pullman Auckland (Venue Partner), Coromandel Chocolate, French Film Festival Aotearoa, French Kiss Crêperie, L'Authentique, Maison Vauron and Paneton Bakery, whose contributions helped make the evening such a success.
A special thank you also goes to our MC, Kirsty Reynolds, whose professionalism and warmth guided the evening so effortlessly.
Relive the evening
The official Gala photo gallery is now available, beautifully captured by Craig from Front Row Productions. You can also revisit all the fun from the Magical Mirror Photo Booth - thank you to Mimi for helping create many memorable moments throughout the evening.
📸 Official Gala gallery
PIN: 2117
📷 Magical Mirror Photo Booth gallery
Thank you once again to everyone who joined us! We hope you enjoy reliving the evening as much as we enjoyed sharing it with you.
