The New Zealand Software Association (NZSA) primarily serves the interests of Auckland software community and those who are focused on helping them to grow their business.  It has strong associations with similar bodies nationally and works collaboratively to grow the software industry across New Zealand.  The NZSA meets on the second Tuesday of every month from February to December for a networking dinner (5.30pm for a 6.15pm start) at The Wine Room next to Glengarry by the corner of Sale and Victoria Streets in Auckland City. It is a great opportunity to learn, share and connect with software companies from one-man-bands to multi-million dollar multinational corporations.   Come and join us at our next event to connect with Auckland’s vibrant software community. 

 

8th May - Craig Richardson on "Renovating the Worst House on the Best Street"

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An evening with Craig Richardson Director of Jade Software and CEO Wynyard Group.  Craig Richardson joined Jade Software as Managing Director in 2009 and became CEO of the company's global security and intelligence business, Wynyard Group, when launched in 2012. 

Prior to Jade, Craig was Chief Financial Officer for the Pacific operations of ASX-listed companies Coca-Cola Amatil and BlueScopeSteel. Craig has also held senior executive roles in finance, strategy, planning and operations with Vodafone Australia, Vodafone Sweden, SingTel Optus and BHP. 

An outstanding opportunity to spend an evening with one of New Zealand's true technology leaders on the global stage. In late 2010 Jade Software Managing Director Craig Richardson discovered his technology company was the "worst house on the best street". 

In two short years, during a period of unprecedented global financial crisis, the company has redesigned, renovated and innovated its way to the very forefront of the international fight against threats, crime and corruption. It's newest venture launched in March 2012 - Wynyard Group, has more than 2,000 customers in 80 countries with solutions already ranked in the top 3 globally by technology research firms. 

Craig will give a deeply honest account of the successes, the mistakes, the risks and rewards of leading one of New Zealand's most exciting new businesses ventures. 

 

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