Welcome to the Canterbury Tech events calendar. You will find the regular Canterbury Tech Tuesday events, technical MeetUps and relevant conferences we are supporting all listed here in one handy place.
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Organised by: Custom D
Venue: Custom D
Address: 32/2 Welles Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandYou know what you want, now it’s time to build the tech team that’ll bring your vision to life. Do you establish the capability in-house or look at outsourcing development to an external team? And if you outsource, what are the options? Will you choose to near-source with local technical experts or go out to...
Organised by: ChristchurchNZ
https://events.humanitix.com/powerup-your-career-career-transitions-workshop Join a supportive group for a free interactive workshop where you will gain the confidence and tools to transition your career. In paid and unpaid work and in learning and leisure situations you will have gained transferable skills that employers are looking for. This workshop will help you understand and articulate your transferable...
Organised by: Dicker Data
Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, New ZealandJoin our Dicker Data cybersecurity team and leading security vendors for a morning where we will focus on the trends we are seeing in 2023 in the cybersecurity landscape. Our keynote speaker, Campbell McKenzie will provide a deeper insight into how these trends are already affecting businesses in New Zealand and globally, from a real-world...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Venue: online
Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/lunchtime-tech-sessions-by-canterbury-tech-june-20th-2023 Join us for our June Lunchtime Tech Session on June 20th with Eduard Liebenberger, CTO at Streamliners. Eduard will present on "AI in the wild " - Where can AI fit into my product?" He will talk about his perspective and lessons from using large language models in startups and established businesses....
Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, New ZealandCome and celebrate the tech industry in New Zealand - both for its global success and its contribution to the local economy! The annual NZ Hi-Tech Awards Gala Dinner is where the winners of the 2023 NZ Hi-Tech Awards will be announced. It is a classy evening of celebration, inspiration, networking, food, and entertainment. Register...
Organised by: AI Forum NZ
Venue: University of Canterbury
Address: John Britten 102 Conference Foyer, University of Canterbury, ChristchurchFrom energy, farming, financial services and government services to manufacturing, retail and transport, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every aspect of the economy. Register here: https://aiforum.org.nz/event/tomorrow-today-event-series-the-ai-revolution-sustainability-in-person/ The first event in our brand new Tomorrow, Today series explores how AI is transforming the economy and ushering in a new era of change. AI will soon be as...
Organised by: AI Forum NZ
Venue: University of Canterbury
Address: John Britten 102 Conference Foyer, University of Canterbury, ChristchurchFrom energy, farming, financial services and government services to manufacturing, retail and transport, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every aspect of the economy. The first event in our brand new Tomorrow, Today series explores how AI is transforming the economy and ushering in a new era of change. AI will soon be as ubiquitous as electricity,...
Organised by: Webtools
Venue: Webtools
Address: 146a Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New ZealandIt's been 12 years since TEDxEQChCh! In that time Ōtautahi Christchurch's Innovation Hub has gone from strength to strength. This future-focused region is now recognised as a global leader in tech and innovation. Hear some rapid pitches from local luminaries on what the next 12 years might look like, and then let's chat about it! Featuring pitches by Kaila...
Organised by: Publica
Venue: The Piano
Address: 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, New ZealandUnpopular Opinions is back again and we're kicking off with a bang! Register for tickets here: https://unpopularopinions.co.nz/ In a world of cancellations, hot takes and podcasts - we dare to bring you another round of the ever popular Unpopular Opinions. Not ones to shy away from a controversial opinion or two - we’ve been stocking up soapbox...
Organised by: GSD Alliance
Venue: University of Canterbury
Address: John Britten 102 Conference Foyer, University of Canterbury, ChristchurchProduct management is a key function that works across various stakeholders in an organisation, ensuring business priorities are met and customer value is delivered. This two-day introductory course will help you navigate the complexity of building, delivering and growing a successful product. This is critical for organisational success, as more and more companies become product-led...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Venue: Webtools
Address: 146a Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New ZealandCanterbury Tech July Monthly Event Register for tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/canterbury-tech-july-2023-monthly-event Join us for a collaborative presentation from our guest speakers, Naomi Ambrose of Open Plan and Alistair McIntyre of Catalyst IT They will be presenting, 'The challenge of rebuilding New Zealand: How do we coordinate, track and map $71bn of infrastructure projects over the next 5 years using open GIS tools?' When: Tuesday...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Are you looking for leadership opportunities for your upcoming leaders? Our winter mentorship programme starts the week of July 17th, 2023. We are looking for mentors to help give guidance to both those starting careers in tech and some wanting mid-career mentorship.The programme guides new mentors through the process of mentoring so you don't need...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Venue: online
LUNCHTIME TECH SESSIONS brought to you by Canterbury Tech With David Zanetti, CTO, Catalyst Cloud Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/lunchtime-tech-sessions-by-canterbury-tech-july-18th-2023 Join us for our July Lunchtime Tech Session on July 18th with David Zanetti David will present, ‘ I don’t walk to talk about Data Sovereignty’ David will answer the questions, Does Data Sovereignty matter? And What even is Data...
Organised by: GSD Alliance
Venue: Streamliners
Address: 4 Acton Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandSign up here Come join us for a session that talks about the key concepts in Product - and how Streamliners is introducing Product into a business that is not a traditional Product led organisation. This session will run in 2 parts: 1. Foundations: What is product management, what are the key concepts and skills...
Organised by: GSD Alliance
Venue: Streamliners
Address: 4 Acton Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandSign up here Come join us for a session that talks about the key concepts in Product - and how Streamliners is introducing Product into a business that is not a traditional Product led organisation. This session will run in 2 parts: 1. Foundations: What is product management, what are the key concepts and skills...
Organised by: UC Business School
Venue: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts
Address: 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandRegister here: https://events.humanitix.com/leading-through-impact-with-greg-davidson Join us to celebrate UC’s 150th Anniversary and hear UC Alumnus Greg Davidson, Group Chief Executive of Australasia’s largest homegrown tech company Datacom, discuss why his team is focused on doing work that makes a difference in people’s lives. By leading with impact, organisations can create a positive ripple effect that reaches far beyond...
Organised by: Deloitte
The Deloitte Fast 50 recognises the very best of the NZ’s fast-growing companies based on their impressive revenue growth over the past three years, from various sectors. We want to recognise our regional ecosystems by purposefully continuing to support such vibrant businesses as they help build a stronger and more sustainable futures. To enter, you...
Organised by: TIN - Technology Investment Network
Venue: Fable Christchurch
Address: 166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New ZealandRegister here: https://tin100.com/events/north-asia-cape-workshop-christchurch/ What to expect? These half-day courses provide insight into the North Asian market across two modules: Innovation race in North Asia: The module will focus on strategies we can use to compete against local innovators. Unlike their kiwi counterparts, Asian Technology firms take a fast follower approach rather than becoming an innovation...
Organised by: University of Otago, Christchurch
Venue: University of Otago, Christchurch
Address: 2 Riccarton Ave, next to ChCh Hospital, ChristchurchRegister here:https://events.otago.ac.nz/christchurch50/surgeryandmedicine/Site/Register Artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, 3D bone printing and ‘smart’ implants – high tech innovation is revolutionising the future of surgery and medicine. Come and hear our leading surgeons and researchers explain how futuristic technology could soon be coming to an operating theatre near you! Speakers: Professor Gary Hooper, Professor Timothy Eglinton, Professor...
Organised by: Ministry of Awesome
SOLD OUT! Join waitlist here: electrifyaotearoa.co.nz New Zealand's women founders conference, Electrify Aotearoa 2023, will return 1st August - Electrify is a full day of networking sessions, inspirational talks, master classes, and real-world discussions to becoming a successful woman founder. Numerous women founders from Christchurch and around the country will take the stage during this...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Canterbury Tech August Monthly Event Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/canterbury-tech-august-2023-monthly-event Join us for our next monthly event with presenter aimee whitcroft, Founder and Principal, data 4d || Vice-Chair, Open Data Charter || Senior Coordinator Knowledge and Delivery, Open North aimee will be presenting, 'Taking Agency of Canterbury's Future using Data and AI Ethics' Data and AI are the subjects of intense and voluminous discussion...
Organised by: Christchurch Game Developers Association
Venue: EPIC Innovation Centre
Address: 100 Manchester St, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandWelcome to the August 2023 Game Developers Meetup! Meetup Location: 100 Manchester Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011 - Epic Building The meetup will also be streamed online: https://youtube.com/live/ZWp7WvZQ9Mw?feature=share 6:15 PM - KICK OFF 6:30 PM - GUEST SPEAKER + Q&A then PIZZA Don't forget to check us out at: Website: https://chch.gamedev.co.nz Twitter: https://twitter.com/CHCHGameDev Facebook:...
Organised by: Salesforce User Group
Venue: Deloitte
Address: Level 4, 151 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch, New ZealandRegister here Fulton Hogan is a well known name around Aotearoa. You may know them as a roading contractor, but what you might not know is that they've developed a suite of over 40 apps using the tools available within the Salesforce platform. These apps support operational functionality such as their Site to Dairy and...
Organised by: AI Forum NZ
AUGUST 11 - AUGUST 20 2023 $0 TO $25 Register here: https://aihackathon.nz/ The AI for the Environment Hackathon Festival is back for another year. This year our problems to solve are based on the five Key Environmental Outcomes (AI for the Environment Report 2022). We have expanded these to make them more relevant to all participants in 2023....
Organised by: AI CHCH Meetups
Venue: 25 Hereford Street
Address: 25 Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandCome along to the August AI Meetup. Register here: https://www.meetup.com/christchurch-ai/events/295162453/ If you are interested in the technical side of AI then come along, learn something new, and meet like-minded experts and enthusiasts. A big thanks to the team at Contented AI for sponsoring the event and providing the venue! We will be talking API's, integration & new...
Organised by: Canterbury Tech
Venue: online
Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/lunchtime-tech-sessions-by-canterbury-tech-august-15th-2023 Join us for our August Lunchtime Tech Session on August 15th with Michael Trengrove, Test Lead at Ryman Healthcare Michael will present, 'Good Enough for Mum and Dad - Software Testing at Ryman Healthcare’ The overall success and quality of a project/product is rarely the result of a single decision, it’s...
Organised by: AWS
Venue: BNZ Centre
Address: 111 Cashel St, 4th Floor, Christchurch, New ZealandWe are excited to invite you to our AWS & Ingram Micro Journey to Cloud Modernisation Partner Briefing & Networking event. Register here Whether you’re new to IaaS or an AWS expert, you can turn to us to support you in your IaaS journey. Don’t just move to the cloud. Migrate and Modernise with AWS...
Organised by: ARA | Te Pūkenga
Venue: K Block, Ara Institue of Canterbury
Address: Madras Street, ChristchurchRegister here: https://hackerspace.govhack.org/events/christchurch_aotearoa_new_zealand_285 GovHack Aotearoa enables people of all abilities to collaborate and create positive change at home and around the world, whilst raising the profile of Open Government Data. GovHack is about people from all around the country working with government data to innovate and create. It’s about empowering and celebrating our technical and...
Organised by: DigiMarCon New Zealand
Venue: Hilton Auckland Hotel
Address: 147 Quay Street, Auckland, New Zealand, New ZealandDigiMarCon New Zealand 2023 is your chance to ... – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry. – Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. – Network with thought leaders, reunite...
Organised by: Christchurch Product Management and Marketing Group
Venue: Jade Software
Address: 5 Sir Gil Simpson Drive, Burnside, ChristchurchRegister here: https://www.meetup.com/product-management-product-marketing/events/294299064/ Are you a current or aspiring Product Manager eager to dive into the world of AI product development? Don't worry if you lack coding skills; this Christchurch Product Management & Marketing MeetUp is tailored just for you! We are thrilled to have Christian Sax, Head of New Product Innovation at Jade Software,...
