The finalists for the 2026 New Zealand CIO Innovation Awards have now been announced, celebrating the exceptional individuals, teams, and organisations driving digital transformation across Aotearoa. Showcasing outstanding leadership, innovation, and inclusive workplace cultures, the ultimate winners will be revealed at the prestigious Gala Dinner on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
Faced with imposter syndrome when applying for a CTO role, Caio Diehl found the clarity and courage he needed at the Emerging Leaders’ Forum. Now a successful CTO, Caio is paying it forward. Read his inspiring journey and secure your spot for the 2026 Forum today.
How do healthcare leaders safely innovate on legacy systems? Discover how Sonny Taite’s team at Health New Zealand deployed ambient AI to 2,500 frontline staff under strict governance constraints.
Ready to lead the next wave of innovation? Discover her full journey and learn how to enter for 2026.
Bridging technical mastery with human impact, Stasha’s leadership in digital transformation and crisis response proves that purpose-driven data strategy is the key to shaping New Zealand’s future.
Ready to lead the next wave of innovation? Discover her full journey and learn how to enter for 2026.
Digital Future Aotearoa (DFA) claimed the Community Tech Champions Award in 2025 by challenging the industry to “innovate at the speed of thoughtfulness.”
From refurbishing laptops to empowering Rangatahi Māori, see how DFA is turning digital equity into a blueprint for New Zealand’s future.
Insights from the 2025 New Zealand CIO Summit sessions revealed a striking statistic: 60% of New Zealand’s small-to-medium enterprises have not yet started or even considered their AI journey. HaloITSM shared a vision for AI that is grounded in pragmatism rather than hype.
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