CIO Summit New Zealand

Experience New Zealand's biggest, and best IT event.

New Zealand's preeminent gathering of enterprise CIOs and tech leaders, for its 17th year, CIO Summit returns in August 2025! Dive deep into thought-provoking presentations, forge valuable connections with 450+ senior ICT leaders, and unlock cutting-edge insights to ignite innovation in your organisation.

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Innovating for Business Success & Reslience

Join a powerful dialogue between global thought leaders and local experts at our conference.

Seamlessly blending IDC's global insights with local advisory council input, our content is market-led. Explore challenges New Zealand CIOs face today, gaining a nuanced understanding. Stay on the pulse of industry trends in a concise and informative conference experience that goes beyond the surface, delivering insights into the dynamic world of technology.

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AI & Hyperconnectivity

How CIOs can leverage Agentic AI, automation, and analytics to transform their organisations

Bridging IT & Business

Strategies to align technology investments with business objectives for seamless collaboration

Cyber Resilience & Risk Management

Practical approaches to mitigating AI-driven cyber threats, managing vulnerabilities, and enhancing security

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Real-world case studies on IT innovation, digital platforms, and customer experience transformation

Leadership in times of change

Insights into leading high-performing teams and navigating uncertainty

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The Summit

Check out the New Zealand CIO Summit agenda for 2025.

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Public Sector Forum

Moving Beyond the Digital Hype: Real Solutions for Aotearoa’s Public Sector CIOs

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The Awards

The annual New Zealand CIO Awards - an evening of prestige, recognition of excellence and inspiration.

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Emerging Leaders' Forum

Free leadership forum for aspiring tech leaders.

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Sponsorship

Learn more about sponsorship and audience marketing opportunities and this leading event.

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B2B Expo

19 August - exclusive to NZ CIO Summit Attendees, 20 August - free entry to registered attendees from end user organisations.

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Entries closed - Finalists to be announced

The annual CIO Awards is a standout evening of prestige, recognition of excellence and inspiration. Check out the finalists in the link below, and book your table before they sell out!

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Check out the 2024 highlights

Relive the highlights of the game-changing 2024 CIO Summit & Awards! Watch the transformative insights from global leaders and experts. Now, lock in your spot for the 2025 event – an unmissable opportunity for innovation, networking, and staying ahead in tech. Book your tickets today and be part of shaping the future of your industry. Don't miss out on this unparalleled experience!

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2025 International Keynotes

Learn from global ICT leaders

The CIO Summit brings together globally renowned tech leaders and visionaries. Gain insights from the best minds shaping the future of technology, all in one place. Network with industry peers and share ideas, but also learn from international expertise directly applicable to the New Zealand market. It's your chance to bridge the gap and propel your tech strategy forward.

Meet the 2025 international keynote speakers. Watch this space for new announcements.