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.
Check back soon for 2025 Awards info.
2025 CIO Awards Timeline
4 March
Entries Open
15 May
Entries Close
22-25 July
Finalist Interviews
25 July
Finalists Announced
20 August
CIO Awards
Gala Dinner
2025 New Zealand
CIO Awards categories
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.
