Mark Jones, Drawcard MC
Mark is a sought-after speaker, commentator, award-winning business journalist (former Editor of the Financial Review’s IT section and Executive Editor at US-based InfoWorld); published author (Beliefonomics) and CEO of the Impact Institute where he leads a team of advisors and communications professionals.
Roxanne Salton, Chief Digital Officer, TSB Bank
Roxanne leads TSB Banks’s technology business strategy and market-leading experiences for the bank’s internal and external customers. Roxanne is well-known for bringing her business expertise into the technology sector. She is an influential and inspirational leader who has specialised in Digital Transformation across large enterprise, Strategy Development, Product Innovation, Disruptive Technologies and Emerging Markets. Roxanne has held leadership roles in the digital world in the insurance, banking, telecommunications and publishing industries including at Southern Cross Health Society, ASB, Spark and Mercury Energy. Her expertise in transformation, innovation and disruption has been influenced by the changing economies of these industries. Roxanne enjoys translating the ever-changing face of technology (ICT) to other parts of the wider business and her anchor point has always been a fervent advocacy of the customer experience. Roxanne is an experienced public speaker and known as a high energy, talented communicator and motivator. She is also a passionate supporter of women in sectors where they are underrepresented.
Angela Henderson, Chief Information and Delivery Officer, Fidelity Life NZ
Senior leader with 22 years management experience leading diverse successful teams (50+FTE), driving cultural and transformational change, managing portfolios of over $100m in large companies. A transformational change agent with experience in delivering large scale business delivery, process and cultural change. Recognised leader in successful Agile deployment and delivery as well as corporate wide change delivery. Experienced in developing and implementing Digital strategy, creation of innovation teams and leveraging Global thought leadership to drive company innovation. Deep experience in Portfolio Governance, Change Management and ventures in large corporates and ability to build and develop new teams to achieve organisational goals. A strong advocate for women in business and technology. Leader of Women in Digital at Air New Zealand. Industry Advisor for Manukau Institute of Technology.
Megan Tapsell, General Manager Enterprise & Pacific Technology
Megan is a Technology leader with 25 years of experience delivering outcomes for global organisations across the finance industry in London, Europe, New York and Auckland, fostering transformation and innovation in a digital age and improving customer outcomes. A major focus of her work is bringing consciousness and ethics into technology and the people enabling it with a specific focus on Māori & Pacific inclusion into the corporate and wider technology industry.
Currently GM Technology NZ, Enterprise & Pacific at ANZ, Megan also Chairs the AI Forum NZ which focuses on bringing together the Aotearoa community of Artificial Intelligent innovators, users, investor groups, regulators, researchers, educators & entrepreneurs. They work to promote, connect and strengthen the adoption of AI in NZ including a focus on diversity, inclusion, safe and ethical AI.
Mike Butler, Chief Information Officer, Fletcher Building
Mike Butler (Ngāti Rangitihi) is Chief Information Officer at Fletcher Building, leading its technology division, FletcherTech. He focuses on enabling smarter, future-focused decision-making by building strong digital foundations and delivering robust systems that drive productivity and value across the business. Mike is passionate about leveraging data, analytics, and artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and unlock new opportunities. A collaborative leader, he works closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and ensure Fletcher Building remains innovative, responsive, and competitive.
Toby Granwal, Chief Information Officer, Fonterra
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Scott Pyles, Chief Technology Officer, Fonterra NZ
Scott is a seasoned technology leader with extensive international experience driving business and digital transformation across Global 500 and ASX 200 organisations. He specialises in aligning IT strategy with business outcomes, leading high-performing teams to deliver practical, commercially focused solutions that enable growth and solve complex challenges.
With a leadership span of up to 420 people across North America, Europe, and Australasia, Scott is passionate about fostering strong team cultures that inspire change through engagement rather than enforcement. He is committed to building trusted relationships and delivering safe, effective transformation that enhances both employee and customer outcomes.
Simon Kennedy, Chief Digital Officer, Foodstuffs North Island
Simon Kennedy is Chief Digital Officer at Foodstuffs North Island, bringing extensive experience in digital and technology leadership across the retail and aviation sectors. He has previously held CIO roles at Air New Zealand and The Warehouse Group and began his career in business and technology consulting with Accenture in London, working across Europe, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, and India.
With a deep understanding of technology-driven business transformation, Simon focuses on delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational performance and customer experiences. A dual citizen of the UK and New Zealand, he is committed to leveraging global insights to drive local impact.
Alistair Vickers, Chief Information Officer, Horizon Energy Group
Alistair is a highly accomplished technology executive with over 20 years of IT leadership experience, having held CIO roles across organisations including Tu Ora Compass Health, MetService, and Wellington Water, as well as senior positions in government, utilities, and healthcare. With a diverse international background spanning Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand, he brings a global perspective to driving technology-enabled transformation.
He is known for championing the early adoption of emerging technologies such as cloud computing, smart metering, and the Internet of Things to unlock new opportunities and improve service delivery. Recognised for his impact, Alistair was named CIO of the Year in 2022 and has featured in the Top 50 CIO list for the past two years, reflecting his strong leadership and commitment to innovation and measurable outcomes.
Paul Natac, Deputy CEO & CIO, Provident Insurance Corporation Limited
Paul Natac is Deputy CEO and Chief Information Officer at Provident Insurance Corporation Limited, with over 20 years of experience driving business growth, digital transformation, and strategic change across multiple industries. He combines strong technical expertise with commercial leadership to deliver measurable outcomes and improved customer experiences. Paul has led major initiatives, including the rollout of the My Heart Check digital health platform and the implementation of a global insurance system to support business growth. Paul has been recognised in the CIO50 for three consecutive years (2021–2023) and serves as Chairman of the NZ CIO Leaders Summit for 2025 and 2026.
Andrew Ramsay, Chief Information Officer, T&G Global
Andrew Ramsay is Chief Information Officer at T&G, where he leads the organisation’s IT function and transformation programme. With over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned technology leader known for his strategic expertise and ability to drive large-scale digital transformation across leading organisations in Aotearoa New Zealand. Prior to joining T&G, Andrew held senior roles including General Manager IT at Fisher & Paykel Appliances and Director IT and Digital at Wesfarmers, as well as technology leadership positions at Fonterra and Diageo. He brings a strong track record of delivering impactful technology strategies that support business growth and innovation.
Peter Radich, Chief Digital Officer, New Zealand Health Group
Peter is a seasoned digital and technology leader with over 20 years of experience across IT vendors and senior roles in private and publicly listed organisations throughout Australia and New Zealand. As Group Chief Digital Officer, he advises the CEO and Board while leading ICT strategy, development, and operations, with a strong focus on driving efficiency through standardisation, cloud adoption, and robust cybersecurity. Prior to joining New Zealand Health Group, Peter served as CIO for a major trans-Tasman healthcare organisation, where he successfully led its transition to the cloud. Known for his inclusive and communicative leadership style, he is passionate about empowering people and leveraging technology to deliver innovative, secure, and scalable outcomes that support long-term growth.
Craig Lauchlan, Executive General Manager Technology & CIO, Suncorp NZ
Craig is a senior technology executive at Suncorp New Zealand, responsible for shaping the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the organisation’s technology environment. Working closely with the business, he focuses on delivering sustainable solutions that drive strong customer, commercial, and organisational outcomes. With extensive experience across financial services and technology in Australia and New Zealand, Craig has led large-scale transformation and innovation initiatives, including the execution of major M&A activity such as the sale of Suncorp Bank to ANZ. He has also held senior leadership roles at Commonwealth Bank of Australia, AGL, National Australia Bank, and BNZ, bringing a proven track record of driving enterprise-wide change.
Jeremy Rooke, Group Chief Digital Officer, Turners Automotive Group
Jeremy Rooke is Group Chief Digital Officer at Turners Automotive Group, where he leads technology services, product functions, and the adoption of new technologies, business models, and channels to enhance the organisation’s digital capabilities. Since joining Turners in 2009, he has played a key role in driving digital transformation across the business. With nearly 25 years of experience, Jeremy brings deep expertise in delivering large-scale technology transformation programmes across New Zealand and Australia. He holds degrees in Law and Arts from the University of Auckland, combining strategic, commercial, and technical insight to deliver impactful digital outcomes.
Marc Hale, Chief Information Officer, Restaurant Brands NZ
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Monique Mallon, Chief Information Officer, Gallagher NZ
Ange Nash, Chief Information Officer, AA Insurance
Ange Nash is an accomplished technology executive with extensive C-suite experience, including roles as CITO at NZ Rugby and CIO at REANNZ. With a strong commercial background, she has held senior leadership positions at Datacom and Telecom NZ, building deep expertise across telecommunications, digital transformation, and large-scale change initiatives. Recognised as CIO of the Year in 2023 and ranked #2 in the CIO Top 50, Ange is known for delivering complex infrastructure programmes, leading high-performing teams, and driving innovation through data and AI centres of excellence. Alongside her executive career, she contributes to governance as a Director at QV Ltd and actively mentors advisory boards and start-ups, bringing a strategic and people-focused approach to technology leadership.
Brian Northern, Group Chief Information Officer, Fulton Hogan
Wayne Kingi, Head of Operational Data Services, Westpac NZ
Wayne is Head of Operational Data Services at Westpac New Zealand, with over 23 years of experience across payments, IT, and data. An Agile delivery specialist and former cultural transformation consultant, he has led enterprise-wide initiatives, coaching high-performing teams to deliver value at scale. Wayne is also a thought leader in agility and leadership, co-directing Agile on the Beach NZ and speaking widely on culture and transformation. Committed to community, he serves on the Westpac NZ Auckland Regional Board and champions Pacific voices through the Pasifika Banking Collective and Pasifika Leaders Group – Aunties & Uncles.
Stephanie Creasy, Chief Technology Officer, AA Insurance
