Become a Speaker

Whether you’re an experienced speaker or stepping up for the first time, we have opportunities to suit all levels. We’re always on the lookout for engaging stories, practical insights, and speakers who are committed to delivering well-prepared, valuable talks. Whether it’s lessons learned, real-world experiments, hard-earned tips, or fresh perspectives—if you’ve got knowledge to share, we want to hear from you.

Opportunities vary depending on topic interest, availability, and your level of preparation—but there’s a place for both seasoned pros and newcomers ready to give it a go.

If you’re keen to speak, submit an Expression of Interest via the form—we’d love to connect!

Our main speaking events

TechTuesdays

Speak at our monthly events and share your expertise with the tech community. With 2–4 events a month and 80–200 attendees at each, you’ll gain year-round exposure and valuable connections.

Events

Tech Summit ‘25

With 800+ attendees nationwide, the sell-out Tech Summit is your chance to stand out. Share your expertise with the tech community at New Zealand’s largest tech forum.

techsummt.nz

Ready to Apply?

Now that you’ve had a chance to explore the options, we’d love to hear from you! To get started, simply fill out our Expression of Interest form. Be sure to have a punchy talk title, a three-sentence description of your talk, and a high-quality colour photo of yourself ready to upload.

Submit expression of interest

As an non-Cantabrian business, the Canterbury Tech membership has allowed us to connect with and indirectly support the amazing local technology scene. Helping us network, providing recommendations, and supporting our events.

The Canterbury Tech team and fellow members are just amazing and you can tell everyone loves what they do. There are numerous tech communities around the country but the openness and the scope of what Canterbury Tech achieves is a notch above.

Casey Orr, Solution Architect of the Year 2023, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Pushing myself to get up and speak in front of 800 people was one of those “feel the fear and do it anyway” moments. Honestly, it was nerve-wracking, but the Canterbury Tech community is so supportive that it made the whole experience incredible.

What really stood out? The amazing people I got to work with, the sense of community, and the thrill of taking on such a big challenge. But honestly, the best part was the connections we built along the way. Oh, and the party afterward—because what’s a summit without a little celebration?

Michelle Shirtcliffe, Publica

Our industry is one filled with introverted but brilliantly minded people. The best part about being a member of Canterbury Tech is that you have an easy platform to meet, talk and grow both your network and your knowledge. I have been attending Canterbury Tech events for 8 years and it has enriched me personally and technically.

Hamish Watson, Alchemist, Morph iT