Nick Sterling
Founder & CEOA recognised leader in system-level innovation and mission-led growth, with over 20 years across the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Previously led national initiatives at Callaghan Innovation in the built environment, AI and manufacturing.
Jan Broome
AI adoption, training & automationAn AI adoption specialist on a mission to make AI practical and accessible for New Zealand businesses. Over 25 years of senior leadership across marketing, general management and strategy, now focused on workflow automation and helping beginners build confidence.
Steve Crowe
Business growth & digital marketingA serial entrepreneur and digital marketing expert who founded This Side Up, an eCommerce and programmatic agency acquired after 12 years. Builds scalable, AI-enabled sales and marketing engines.
Donal Krouse
AI, data science & optimisationA mathematical polymath with over 40 years' experience, and a former Distinguished Research Scientist at Callaghan Innovation. Works across data science, machine learning, optimisation and quantitative risk.
Raymond Sebastiampillai
AI, applied physics & photonicsAn accomplished physicist and AI expert, and one of New Zealand's foremost specialists in advanced photonics. Works across AI, sensing systems and rapid prototyping, with a calm, collaborative style.
Kevin Whitmore
Digital, AI & FinTechOver 20 years across SaaS, FinTech and software innovation. Co-founded a FinTech company in Singapore and has helped more than 100 businesses improve performance through smarter systems and automation.
Robert Holt
Renewable energy & sustainabilityOver 35 years in applied science and engineering, and one of New Zealand's foremost experts in hydrogen energy systems. At Callaghan Innovation he led major R&D in CO₂ capture and hydrogen storage.
Patrick Lim
Industrial automation & manufacturingOver 30 years at the cutting edge of industrial automation, with national recognition including the KiwiNet Commercialisation Award and Royal Academy Medal. Leads breakthrough R&D across AgriTech, manufacturing, seafood and construction.
Alison Speakman
Research & information discoveryOver 25 years in research and information discovery, and a former research librarian at Callaghan Innovation. Turns ideas into reliable insight through technology scouting and early trend detection.