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Spark Lab Pivot Reports

New Zealand business owners share their experiences and insights around new ways of working during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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    Digital Skills sessions

    Digital Skills Series

    The Digital Skills Series hosted by Google's Digital Strategists will cover tips to get your business online, attract new customers and protect your online presence.

    Digital Marketing Chris Novak from Xbox

    Watch Chris Novak of Xbox

    Chris Novak of Xbox has built a career on fusing tech and play, bringing joy to millions, and now he discusses how to build a playful future.

    Digital Marketing Kelly McCarthy, LVMH

    Watch Kelly McCarthy, formerly of LVMH

    Kelly McCarthy, former SVP at LVMH shares her learnings on digitally translating a brand to grow business.

    Technology Slack Ethan Eismann

    Hear from Ethan Eismann, Slack's VP of Design

    Hear from Ethan Eismann, Slack VP of design as he discusses the changing space of work

    Technology Katy-Barfield-600_373.png

    Watch Katy Barfield of Yume Food

    Hear the founder of Yume Foods, Katy Barfield, talk about the power of people in a tech-focused world.

    Technology Charles.jpeg

    Hear from Charles Adler, Kickstarter

    Charles Adler is a founding partner of Kickstarter and the driving force behind Lost Arts, a start-up that’s equal parts community and creativity. As one of five seminal speakers at Spark's Future of the Future event in August, Charles spoke on everything from belief to optimism to technology.

    Technology Ana.jpeg

    Hear from Ana Arriola, Microsoft

    Ana Arriola was one of five speakers at Spark Lab's Future of the Future event in August. She spoke on ubiety, optimism, artificial intelligence, the Alpha generation and ethical challenges for social media and information outlets.

    Technology Carla.jpg

    Hear from Carla Cammilla Hjort, SPACE10

    As co-founder and vision director of SPACE10, Carla Cammilla Hjort understands how to challenge big name companies like IKEA to make a more sustainable future.

    Technology Bruce.jpeg

    Hear from Bruce Mau, Massive Change

    As creator of Massive Change Network, Bruce Mau is at the forefront of design and the future of how we work.

    Technology Ivy.jpeg

    Hear from Ivy Ross, Google

    As Vice President, Design for Hardware Products at Google, Ivy's ethos is all about humanistic design - design that feels part of a lifestyle, woven into nature.

    Digital Marketing 554392027

    Decoding digital in Rotorua

    We took a look at the Spark Lab Digital Workshop in Rotorua, at the day’s biggest outtakes, and explored how these workshops are helping Kiwi SMEs face an ever-changing digital landscape.

    Future of Work frances_valintine_600x400.jpg

    Frances Valintine's global wrap up podcast

    Frances Valintine is Spark Lab Futures Advisor, and this is her quarterly wrap-up of the biggest global trends shaping the world of work.

    IoT for Business thumbnail

    Demystifying the Internet of Things

    Russell Brown discusses why we've been hearing a lot about The Internet of Things in the past year or two. What is it and why is it important?

    IoT-podcast-600x400.jpg

    IoT podcast series

    In this podcast series, Russell Brown and tech experts talk about the internet of things and how it's changing everything, everywhere. Listen now on Spark Lab.

    Future of Work FrancesValintineThumbnail2.jpg

    Frances Valintine on the rise of the gig economy

    The gig economy offers an opportunity for businesses to create new models of hiring, and new ways of thinking about employment that appeal to those seeking more flexibility in their work.

    emirates-team-new-zealand-thumbnail-play.jpg

    Emirates Team New Zealand

    Emirates Team New Zealand is exploring how 5G will give them an edge on the water. Watch the full interview with David Farrier.

    Future of Work FrancesValintineThumbnail2.jpg

    Frances Valintine reflects on 2019's first quarter

    Futurist and Spark Lab Partner Frances Valintine takes stock of the business world, reflecting on advances while challenging assumptions.

    paymark-article-thumbnail.jpg

    Paymark

    Paymark is developing a new 5G powered cloud-based payment platform that will unlock the next generation of payment capabilities. Watch the full interview with David Farrier.

    patience-article-thumbnail.jpg

    The Patience Project

    The Patience Project helps children undergoing long-term treatment connect to the classroom. 5G has the potential to enhance this. Watch the full story.

    Ohmio menu nav thumbnail

    Ohmio

    Ohmio was the first NZ business to test the technical capabilities of 5G. Now they're exploring how Spark's 5G could enhance their products and experiences.

    Future of Work sparklab-lindsaycowley_768x432.jpg

    Lindsay Cowley on Agile transformation

    Spark's Agile implementation consultant discusses the move to Agile. See if your business is ready to adopt Agile ways of working.

    Future of Work IoT for Business thumbnail

    Five ways IoT will change business

    Th internet of things is changing the workplace, making businesses more efficient and transparent. Here are five ways IoT can give you an edge.

    Future of Work sparklab_francisv_768x432.jpg

    ​Frances Valintine on the generation opportunity

    Educational Futurist Frances Valintine weighs in on what businesses can learn from young people in the workforce and what this means for the future of work.

    Cyber Security preventing-data-theft.jpg

    Preventing data theft in your business

    What would happen if someone outside your business got hold of your data? Read our six tips for preventing data theft in your organisation.

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    Cameron Bagrie on data security

    Cameron Bagrie has been an economist for 20 years. Read his take on data security for businesses.

    Digital Marketing business-woman-checks-her-phone-sparklab.jpg

    Frith Wilson-Hughes on social media presence

    Your social media presence depends on curating your content. Follow these tips to determine the best message to represent your brand.

    Digital Marketing 1 - Understanding Facebook.jpg

    Four tips for increasing Facebook engagement

    Facebook changed its News Feed algorithm in 2018. Here are a few ideas for making your Facebook posts do more work for your business.

    Digital Marketing email newsletter.jpg

    Email newsletter dos and don'ts

    ​Many successful businesses use email newsletters to connect with their customers. Here's a list of dos and don'ts for creating effective email newsletters.​

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    Five website must-haves

    It’s never been easier to create your own website, but making a good website is the challenge. Here are five must-haves for building your business website.

    Cyber Security Fingerprint on keyboard

    Data security blind spots

    ​For businesses, good data security is more than updating your anti-virus software. Here are some digital security tips from Spark Lab.

    Technology family-bach-day-sparklab.jpg

    Switching off in a digital world

    It might not seem possible to leave work behind. Here are some tips for taking a real holiday while running your own business.

    Technology sparklab_cloudarticle_768x432.jpg

    Simplifying the cloud

    Talk about the cloud is everywhere. But just what is the cloud, and how does it matter for your business?

    Future of Work Cameron Bagrie thumbnail 5:3

    Taking risks is key to navigating business disruption - Cameron Bagrie

    Kiwi small to medium-sized businesses need to take a few risks to get their edge in an age of disruption. Spark Lab partner Cameron Bagrie weighs in on what issues are facing New Zealand businesses and how to deal with change.

    Technology claire-barber-768x432.jpg

    Dr Claire Barber on AI & automation

    How can businesses anticipate and adapt to AI and automation? Watch Claire speak about these topics and how they're shaping the future of work.

    Cyber Security josh-bahlman-768x432.jpg

    Josh Bahlman on cyber security for big business

    Josh Bahlman is a cyber security specialist with 20+ years’ experience of staying one step ahead of cyber crime. Here he shares his top tips for businesses.

    Future of Work frances-valintine-768x432.jpg

    Frances Valintine on the future of business

    Hear from Frances, a leading innovator, futurist and founder of Tech Futures Lab. She discusses the biggest challenges of a rapidly changing world.

    Future of Work lisa-king-768x432.jpg

    Lisa King from Eat My Lunch on starting a movement

    Lisa shares her experience of starting a movement and the challenges of maintaining momentum as the business scales.

    Digital Marketing james-kemp-768x432.jpg

    James Kemp on digital business mentorship

    The use of digital technology is synonymous with running a business. Listen to James Kemp on how to drive results with digital marketing.

    Digital Marketing wendy-thompson-768x432.jpg

    Wendy Thompson on Start Social

    As a future-focused business leader, Wendy knows what it takes for businesses to be successful in a digital environment.

    Digital Marketing kiwinade-hero.png

    Lemonade vs Lemonade: A social experiment

    How much difference does social media make to the success of a business? Watch the video to find out.

    Digital Marketing spa0165-video-hero-erik.jpg

    Uber's Erik Klimczak on autonomous cars

    Eric and his Uber product design team are creating new fusions of tech, data and design to make transportation more reliable, affordable and driverless.

    Technology Ana-Arriola.jpg

    Facebook's Ana Arriola on displaced perception

    Facebook's Ana Arriola has been immersed in product design for nearly two decades, creating experiences that are human, simple and authentic.

    Digital Marketing Makaia-Carr.jpg

    Makaia Carr on social media & MotivateMe

    The founder of MotivateMe, Makaia, talks about how she uses Facebook to build her businesses. She recommends developing an online personality.

    James_Kemp.jpg

    James Kemp on becoming a market leader

    Doing deals is both an art and a science. Every business can benefit from having a predictable process for generating and nurturing leads and closing sales.

    how to develop a social media plan.jpg

    How to develop a social media plan

    Our simple pragmatic approach will help you create a plan that doesn't sit on the shelf gathering dust, but helps you get the results you want.

    SPD0109 As A Service infographic 768x432_1.png

    As a service explained, with a squeeze of lemon

    What's "as-a-service"? Here’s a quick, Kiwi-flavoured guide to share with colleagues.

    How Superdiversity can give your Business an Edge1.jpg

    How superdiversity can give your business an edge

    With superdiversity, businesses need to expand their thinking beyond traditional Kiwi audiences. We speak with three people at the forefront of inclusion.

    Will-Palmer.jpg

    Movio's Will Palmer on creating a niche

    Will Palmer, founder of Movio, talks about going global by focusing on finding a niche within a niche.

    Using a Third Party to Manage Social Media

    Using a third party to manage social media

    Mastering social media marketing is often not as simple as it may seem at first glance and driving the best possible return on investment takes both time and experience.

    Supporting Education in your Community: Matching Generosity with Competency

    Supporting education in your community

    Spark Jump brings heavily subsidised broadband to school-age children whose families can’t afford commercial home broadband services.

    768x432_resized for play button_0056_colart miles.jpg

    Colart Miles on changing the game

    Colart Miles from Velox Innovation discusses how to speed up innovation in the face of unstoppable change, and explains the importance of creating capacity.

    Simone-Iles.jpg

    Simone Iles on decoding the digital landscape

    Watch Simone Iles from Asia Pacific Digital (APD). In this video, she discusses the six behaviours of truly digital organisations.

    768x432_resized for play button_0047_rueban helper.jpg

    Google's Reuben Halper on culture & innovation

    Reuben explains how Google’s success is enabled by continuous iteration. Google culture disregards "the impossible" to drive staff engagement and action.

    Wendy-Thompson-Socialites.jpg

    Wendy Thompson on social media for your business

    Wendy from Socialites answers some pressing social media questions in this Q&A workshop.

    Mike-Ashby.jpg

    Dr Mike Ashby on upping the ante

    More than settling for a good idea, you can learn how to pursue great ideas. Watch Mike from The Breakthrough Company speak about risk and returns.

    768x432_resized for play button_0062_jennene CROSSAN.jpg

    Jenene Crossan on taking start-ups to the next level

    Entrepreneur Jenene Crossan shares stories and tips on fundraising. She suggests creating a plan with an 18-month roadmap.

    Rosanne-Meo.jpg

    Dame Rosanne Meo on social responsibility

    In this video, Dame Meo discusses the importance of social awareness to both business and communities in New Zealand.

    768x432_resized for play button_0012_brendan king.jpg

    Brendon King on VR for business

    Brendon King from Immersify demystifies the world of VR and describes the best application of VR, AR and mixed reality in specific business sectors.

    SPA0139 768 X 432__0001_Anna Curzon.jpg

    Xero's Anna Curzon on cloud services for SMEs

    Xero's Anna Curzon outlines the top three factors for a successful business: efficiency, a partner, and a plan.

    Technology Vaughan-Fergusson.jpg

    Vaughan Fergusson on today's changing world

    Vaughan Fergusson is the founder of Vend. Here he discusses the never-ending future of tech, including VR, AR and AI, and its role in education.

    768x432_resized for play button_0052_Carmen Vicelich - Photo.jpg

    Carmen Vicelich on disrupting with data

    Carmen Vicelich from Valocity looks at how data is driving exponential business change – and how to encourage customers to share data.

    768x432_resized for play button_0053_michelle dickenson.jpg

    Dr Michelle Dickinson on disrupting geekiness

    Michelle, also known as Nanogirl, discusses introverts, extroverts and ambiverts in the workplace.

    768x432_resized for play button_0048_Ido Leffler Headshot.jpg

    Ido Leffler on the awesome cause

    Ido Leffler is a successful American entrepreneur and businessman. In this video, he talks about the benefits of building social enterprises.

    768x432_resized for play button_0050_kaila colbin.jpg

    Kaila Colbin on the exponential wave of change

    Kaila talks about the future of technology and exponential growth. She considers how this growth is impacting jobs and industries.

    Future of Work Alan-Brannigan.jpg

    Alan Brannigan on gearing up to go global

    Vigil Monitoring's CEO Alan discusses the opportunities and challenges for NZ disruptors in health care, especially in the midst of globalisation.

    Glenn Andert

    Glenn Andert on defending against disruption

    Hear from Glenn Andert from Creative HQ on how exponential technology is disrupting industries.

    768x432_resized for play button_0045_Sunny-Bates-1.jpg

    Sunny Bates on why you should get out more

    Sunny Bates discusses networking and the benefits of meeting more people.

    Future of Work James-Hurman.png

    James Hurman on the world's best

    James from Previously Unavailable examines why some of the world’s biggest companies are also the most innovative.

    Colart Miles Nick Williamson play button.jpg

    Colart Miles & Nick Williamson on Lean & Agile

    Colart and Nick explain what Lean and Agile really mean and give examples of these methodologies.

    Future of Work Josh-Robb.jpg

    Josh Robb on people & leadership

    How to build a high-performing team: Josh Robb from PushPay talks about the importance of alignment and empathy when recruiting.

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    Digital Skills sessions

    Digital Skills Series

    The Digital Skills Series hosted by Google's Digital Strategists will cover tips to get your business online, attract new customers and protect your online presence.

    Digital Marketing Chris Novak from Xbox

    Watch Chris Novak of Xbox

    Chris Novak of Xbox has built a career on fusing tech and play, bringing joy to millions, and now he discusses how to build a playful future.

    Digital Marketing Kelly McCarthy, LVMH

    Watch Kelly McCarthy, formerly of LVMH

    Kelly McCarthy, former SVP at LVMH shares her learnings on digitally translating a brand to grow business.

    Technology Slack Ethan Eismann

    Hear from Ethan Eismann, Slack's VP of Design

    Hear from Ethan Eismann, Slack VP of design as he discusses the changing space of work

    Technology Katy-Barfield-600_373.png

    Watch Katy Barfield of Yume Food

    Hear the founder of Yume Foods, Katy Barfield, talk about the power of people in a tech-focused world.

    Technology Charles.jpeg

    Hear from Charles Adler, Kickstarter

    Charles Adler is a founding partner of Kickstarter and the driving force behind Lost Arts, a start-up that’s equal parts community and creativity. As one of five seminal speakers at Spark's Future of the Future event in August, Charles spoke on everything from belief to optimism to technology.

    Technology Ana.jpeg

    Hear from Ana Arriola, Microsoft

    Ana Arriola was one of five speakers at Spark Lab's Future of the Future event in August. She spoke on ubiety, optimism, artificial intelligence, the Alpha generation and ethical challenges for social media and information outlets.

    Technology Carla.jpg

    Hear from Carla Cammilla Hjort, SPACE10

    As co-founder and vision director of SPACE10, Carla Cammilla Hjort understands how to challenge big name companies like IKEA to make a more sustainable future.

    Technology Bruce.jpeg

    Hear from Bruce Mau, Massive Change

    As creator of Massive Change Network, Bruce Mau is at the forefront of design and the future of how we work.

    Technology Ivy.jpeg

    Hear from Ivy Ross, Google

    As Vice President, Design for Hardware Products at Google, Ivy's ethos is all about humanistic design - design that feels part of a lifestyle, woven into nature.

    Digital Marketing 554392027

    Decoding digital in Rotorua

    We took a look at the Spark Lab Digital Workshop in Rotorua, at the day’s biggest outtakes, and explored how these workshops are helping Kiwi SMEs face an ever-changing digital landscape.

    Future of Work frances_valintine_600x400.jpg

    Frances Valintine's global wrap up podcast

    Frances Valintine is Spark Lab Futures Advisor, and this is her quarterly wrap-up of the biggest global trends shaping the world of work.

    IoT for Business thumbnail

    Demystifying the Internet of Things

    Russell Brown discusses why we've been hearing a lot about The Internet of Things in the past year or two. What is it and why is it important?

    IoT-podcast-600x400.jpg

    IoT podcast series

    In this podcast series, Russell Brown and tech experts talk about the internet of things and how it's changing everything, everywhere. Listen now on Spark Lab.

    Future of Work FrancesValintineThumbnail2.jpg

    Frances Valintine on the rise of the gig economy

    The gig economy offers an opportunity for businesses to create new models of hiring, and new ways of thinking about employment that appeal to those seeking more flexibility in their work.

    emirates-team-new-zealand-thumbnail-play.jpg

    Emirates Team New Zealand

    Emirates Team New Zealand is exploring how 5G will give them an edge on the water. Watch the full interview with David Farrier.

    Future of Work FrancesValintineThumbnail2.jpg

    Frances Valintine reflects on 2019's first quarter

    Futurist and Spark Lab Partner Frances Valintine takes stock of the business world, reflecting on advances while challenging assumptions.

    paymark-article-thumbnail.jpg

    Paymark

    Paymark is developing a new 5G powered cloud-based payment platform that will unlock the next generation of payment capabilities. Watch the full interview with David Farrier.

    patience-article-thumbnail.jpg

    The Patience Project

    The Patience Project helps children undergoing long-term treatment connect to the classroom. 5G has the potential to enhance this. Watch the full story.

    Ohmio menu nav thumbnail

    Ohmio

    Ohmio was the first NZ business to test the technical capabilities of 5G. Now they're exploring how Spark's 5G could enhance their products and experiences.

    Future of Work sparklab-lindsaycowley_768x432.jpg

    Lindsay Cowley on Agile transformation

    Spark's Agile implementation consultant discusses the move to Agile. See if your business is ready to adopt Agile ways of working.

    Future of Work IoT for Business thumbnail

    Five ways IoT will change business

    Th internet of things is changing the workplace, making businesses more efficient and transparent. Here are five ways IoT can give you an edge.

    Future of Work sparklab_francisv_768x432.jpg

    ​Frances Valintine on the generation opportunity

    Educational Futurist Frances Valintine weighs in on what businesses can learn from young people in the workforce and what this means for the future of work.

    Cyber Security preventing-data-theft.jpg

    Preventing data theft in your business

    What would happen if someone outside your business got hold of your data? Read our six tips for preventing data theft in your organisation.

    Cyber Security Cameron Bagrie thumbnail 5:3

    Cameron Bagrie on data security

    Cameron Bagrie has been an economist for 20 years. Read his take on data security for businesses.

    Digital Marketing business-woman-checks-her-phone-sparklab.jpg

    Frith Wilson-Hughes on social media presence

    Your social media presence depends on curating your content. Follow these tips to determine the best message to represent your brand.

    Digital Marketing 1 - Understanding Facebook.jpg

    Four tips for increasing Facebook engagement

    Facebook changed its News Feed algorithm in 2018. Here are a few ideas for making your Facebook posts do more work for your business.

    Digital Marketing email newsletter.jpg

    Email newsletter dos and don'ts

    ​Many successful businesses use email newsletters to connect with their customers. Here's a list of dos and don'ts for creating effective email newsletters.​

    Digital Marketing 2 - 5 Website Must Haves.jpg

    Five website must-haves

    It’s never been easier to create your own website, but making a good website is the challenge. Here are five must-haves for building your business website.

    Cyber Security Fingerprint on keyboard

    Data security blind spots

    ​For businesses, good data security is more than updating your anti-virus software. Here are some digital security tips from Spark Lab.

    Technology family-bach-day-sparklab.jpg

    Switching off in a digital world

    It might not seem possible to leave work behind. Here are some tips for taking a real holiday while running your own business.

    Technology sparklab_cloudarticle_768x432.jpg

    Simplifying the cloud

    Talk about the cloud is everywhere. But just what is the cloud, and how does it matter for your business?

    Future of Work Cameron Bagrie thumbnail 5:3

    Taking risks is key to navigating business disruption - Cameron Bagrie

    Kiwi small to medium-sized businesses need to take a few risks to get their edge in an age of disruption. Spark Lab partner Cameron Bagrie weighs in on what issues are facing New Zealand businesses and how to deal with change.

    Technology claire-barber-768x432.jpg

    Dr Claire Barber on AI & automation

    How can businesses anticipate and adapt to AI and automation? Watch Claire speak about these topics and how they're shaping the future of work.

    Cyber Security josh-bahlman-768x432.jpg

    Josh Bahlman on cyber security for big business

    Josh Bahlman is a cyber security specialist with 20+ years’ experience of staying one step ahead of cyber crime. Here he shares his top tips for businesses.

    Future of Work frances-valintine-768x432.jpg

    Frances Valintine on the future of business

    Hear from Frances, a leading innovator, futurist and founder of Tech Futures Lab. She discusses the biggest challenges of a rapidly changing world.

    Future of Work lisa-king-768x432.jpg

    Lisa King from Eat My Lunch on starting a movement

    Lisa shares her experience of starting a movement and the challenges of maintaining momentum as the business scales.

    Digital Marketing james-kemp-768x432.jpg

    James Kemp on digital business mentorship

    The use of digital technology is synonymous with running a business. Listen to James Kemp on how to drive results with digital marketing.

    Digital Marketing wendy-thompson-768x432.jpg

    Wendy Thompson on Start Social

    As a future-focused business leader, Wendy knows what it takes for businesses to be successful in a digital environment.

    Digital Marketing kiwinade-hero.png

    Lemonade vs Lemonade: A social experiment

    How much difference does social media make to the success of a business? Watch the video to find out.

    Digital Marketing spa0165-video-hero-erik.jpg

    Uber's Erik Klimczak on autonomous cars

    Eric and his Uber product design team are creating new fusions of tech, data and design to make transportation more reliable, affordable and driverless.

    Technology Ana-Arriola.jpg

    Facebook's Ana Arriola on displaced perception

    Facebook's Ana Arriola has been immersed in product design for nearly two decades, creating experiences that are human, simple and authentic.

    Digital Marketing Makaia-Carr.jpg

    Makaia Carr on social media & MotivateMe

    The founder of MotivateMe, Makaia, talks about how she uses Facebook to build her businesses. She recommends developing an online personality.

    James_Kemp.jpg

    James Kemp on becoming a market leader

    Doing deals is both an art and a science. Every business can benefit from having a predictable process for generating and nurturing leads and closing sales.

    how to develop a social media plan.jpg

    How to develop a social media plan

    Our simple pragmatic approach will help you create a plan that doesn't sit on the shelf gathering dust, but helps you get the results you want.

    SPD0109 As A Service infographic 768x432_1.png

    As a service explained, with a squeeze of lemon

    What's "as-a-service"? Here’s a quick, Kiwi-flavoured guide to share with colleagues.

    How Superdiversity can give your Business an Edge1.jpg

    How superdiversity can give your business an edge

    With superdiversity, businesses need to expand their thinking beyond traditional Kiwi audiences. We speak with three people at the forefront of inclusion.

    Will-Palmer.jpg

    Movio's Will Palmer on creating a niche

    Will Palmer, founder of Movio, talks about going global by focusing on finding a niche within a niche.

    Using a Third Party to Manage Social Media

    Using a third party to manage social media

    Mastering social media marketing is often not as simple as it may seem at first glance and driving the best possible return on investment takes both time and experience.

    Supporting Education in your Community: Matching Generosity with Competency

    Supporting education in your community

    Spark Jump brings heavily subsidised broadband to school-age children whose families can’t afford commercial home broadband services.

    768x432_resized for play button_0056_colart miles.jpg

    Colart Miles on changing the game

    Colart Miles from Velox Innovation discusses how to speed up innovation in the face of unstoppable change, and explains the importance of creating capacity.

    Simone-Iles.jpg

    Simone Iles on decoding the digital landscape

    Watch Simone Iles from Asia Pacific Digital (APD). In this video, she discusses the six behaviours of truly digital organisations.

    768x432_resized for play button_0047_rueban helper.jpg

    Google's Reuben Halper on culture & innovation

    Reuben explains how Google’s success is enabled by continuous iteration. Google culture disregards "the impossible" to drive staff engagement and action.

    Wendy-Thompson-Socialites.jpg

    Wendy Thompson on social media for your business

    Wendy from Socialites answers some pressing social media questions in this Q&A workshop.

    Mike-Ashby.jpg

    Dr Mike Ashby on upping the ante

    More than settling for a good idea, you can learn how to pursue great ideas. Watch Mike from The Breakthrough Company speak about risk and returns.

    768x432_resized for play button_0062_jennene CROSSAN.jpg

    Jenene Crossan on taking start-ups to the next level

    Entrepreneur Jenene Crossan shares stories and tips on fundraising. She suggests creating a plan with an 18-month roadmap.

    Rosanne-Meo.jpg

    Dame Rosanne Meo on social responsibility

    In this video, Dame Meo discusses the importance of social awareness to both business and communities in New Zealand.

    768x432_resized for play button_0012_brendan king.jpg

    Brendon King on VR for business

    Brendon King from Immersify demystifies the world of VR and describes the best application of VR, AR and mixed reality in specific business sectors.

    SPA0139 768 X 432__0001_Anna Curzon.jpg

    Xero's Anna Curzon on cloud services for SMEs

    Xero's Anna Curzon outlines the top three factors for a successful business: efficiency, a partner, and a plan.

    Technology Vaughan-Fergusson.jpg

    Vaughan Fergusson on today's changing world

    Vaughan Fergusson is the founder of Vend. Here he discusses the never-ending future of tech, including VR, AR and AI, and its role in education.

    768x432_resized for play button_0052_Carmen Vicelich - Photo.jpg

    Carmen Vicelich on disrupting with data

    Carmen Vicelich from Valocity looks at how data is driving exponential business change – and how to encourage customers to share data.

    768x432_resized for play button_0053_michelle dickenson.jpg

    Dr Michelle Dickinson on disrupting geekiness

    Michelle, also known as Nanogirl, discusses introverts, extroverts and ambiverts in the workplace.

    768x432_resized for play button_0048_Ido Leffler Headshot.jpg

    Ido Leffler on the awesome cause

    Ido Leffler is a successful American entrepreneur and businessman. In this video, he talks about the benefits of building social enterprises.

    768x432_resized for play button_0050_kaila colbin.jpg

    Kaila Colbin on the exponential wave of change

    Kaila talks about the future of technology and exponential growth. She considers how this growth is impacting jobs and industries.

    Future of Work Alan-Brannigan.jpg

    Alan Brannigan on gearing up to go global

    Vigil Monitoring's CEO Alan discusses the opportunities and challenges for NZ disruptors in health care, especially in the midst of globalisation.

    Glenn Andert

    Glenn Andert on defending against disruption

    Hear from Glenn Andert from Creative HQ on how exponential technology is disrupting industries.

    768x432_resized for play button_0045_Sunny-Bates-1.jpg

    Sunny Bates on why you should get out more

    Sunny Bates discusses networking and the benefits of meeting more people.

    Future of Work James-Hurman.png

    James Hurman on the world's best

    James from Previously Unavailable examines why some of the world’s biggest companies are also the most innovative.

    Colart Miles Nick Williamson play button.jpg

    Colart Miles & Nick Williamson on Lean & Agile

    Colart and Nick explain what Lean and Agile really mean and give examples of these methodologies.

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    Josh Robb on people & leadership

    How to build a high-performing team: Josh Robb from PushPay talks about the importance of alignment and empathy when recruiting.

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