New Zealand CIO Awards 2025

The annual New Zealand CIO Awards recognise individuals and teams who have shown leadership, innovation, 

and foresight in their contribution to ICT and business. Coveted by teams and tech leaders, 

the CIO Awards are prestigious and inspirational recognition of the talent the best New Zealand offers.


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      2025 CIO Awards Timeline

3 March

Entries Open

2 May

Nominations Close

13 May

Entries Close


16 June

Finalists Announced (week of)

19 August

CIO Awards 

Gala Dinner

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2025 New Zealand 
CIO Awards categories

New Zealand CIO of the Year

Emerging ICT Leader of the Year

Innovation Leadership Through an Emerging Technology

Excellence in Customer Value

Business Transformation through Digital and IT

Community Tech Champions

Best ICT Team Culture & Inclusion

Outstanding Contribution to Technology and Business in New Zealand

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New Zealand CIO Awards Evening MC:
Scotty Stevenson

Scotty "Sumo" Stevenson is a popular broadcaster known for his humorous style. In 2019, he began a joint role with TVNZ and Spark, leading the Rugby World Cup coverage from Japan. Scotty joined SKY Sport in 2007 and held various roles, including commentator, editor of SKY Sport the Magazine, and presenter of the documentary series Local Heroes. He called ITM Cup and Super Rugby matches and was a commentator for Rugby World Cup 2011. Scotty hosts SKY Sport's Rugby Zone and was named New Zealand Magazine Sport Feature Writer of the Year at the 2012 Canon Media Awards.

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Unlock Growth & Credibility:
Why enter the NZ CIO Awards

The annual New Zealand CIO Awards are your chance to shine a spotlight on exceptional leadership, innovation, and the positive impacts made across your organisation, the sector or New Zealand at large, through ICT. But the benefits go far beyond recognition. Here's why entering the CIO Awards is a strategic move for you and your team:

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Celebrating Success:
Check out the 2024 Winners

Relive the 2024 New Zealand CIO Awards, check out the winners below.
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"In a year of epic challenges, here are the highlights from an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and networking!"

2023 Awards Gallery

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