Delegate Profiles
Spectrum
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Anton is passionate about disruptive technologies and innovation that drives business change. He operates at the executive level in strategy, operations management, business transformation and finance, drawing on international experience across enterprise industries including, finance, telecommunications and IT.Company Profile
Spectrum is committed to long-term success, working alongside IT teams to developcloud, network and security and data solutions, allowing them to be the most agile theycan be. Spectrum provides prosperity for future generations through the growth,development and nourishment of its employees and customers.
Totally Different Ltd
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Rohan is director of Totally Different Ltd, as well as several partnerships and tech startups in New Zealand, Australia and the USA. He works on practical applications of emerging technology with an interest in AI, AR/VR and IoT. His companies have a vast network of clients in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Asia and the USA.Company Profile
Totally Different is a creative consulting company that brings ideas to life. Its creatives and technologists work with emerging technologies to craft unconventional creative solutions across media, entertainment, music, film, live events and corporate industries.
The FoodBowl
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Alexandra is the Chief Executive of The FoodBowl, a government and ATEED-funded accelerator enabling companies to manufacture, commercialise and export new food and beverage products.Company Profile
The FoodBowl is a state of the art manufacturing facility with the technology and expertise to assist pioneering companies to develop, commercialise and export their innovative food and beverage products.
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
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Steve is Customer Manager at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE). He helps tech innovators take on the world and grow bigger, better, faster. Steve is a chartered accountant and is experienced in working with early stage businesses.Company Profile
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is New Zealand's international business development agency. It helps New Zealand businesses grow internationally, bigger, better and faster.
Auckland Tourism Events & Economic Development (ATEED)
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Ryan is Business Innovation Manager at Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED). He leads sector development.Company Profile
Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) is the region’s economic development agency and an Auckland Council-controlled organisation. Its programmes help make Auckland a desirable place to live, work, visit, invest and do business.
Methven Limited
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David joined Methven in January 2014 as Group CEO. He has significant international experience in over 30 markets. David is focused on developing a world-class team delivering world-leading products and services manufactured in New Zealand to discerning consumers around the world. In May 2015, he was appointed to the Methven board.Company Profile
Methven is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of showers, taps and valves. Methven’s business is headquartered in Auckland where it designs, develops and manufactures many award-winning products and technologies. Methven’s international operations see its products distributed in New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, the United Kingdom, Middle East and United States.
Bank of New Zealand Family Office
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Sam is a banker and wealth advisor dedicated to serving families of significant wealth at the Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) Family Office.Company Profile
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has been operating in New Zealand since 1861. It is a full-service bank helping customers make their goals a reality.
Catalyst Advisory
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Hamish is a well-regarded independent director, investor and advisor. A former PwC Corporate Finance Partner and Chair of the New Zealand Private Equity & Venture Capital Association, he has more than 30 years’ business experience, including almost 10 years based in Asia.Company Profile
Catalyst Advisory is a boutique corporate advisory firm focussed on supporting the origination, arrangement and execution of deals between investors and businesses.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade
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Caroline is Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Auckland. She was New Zealand Ambassador to Brazil and Suriname from 2015-2018, and High Commissioner to Samoa from 2007-2010. Caroline’s previous postings include Bangkok, Geneva, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Rwanda and Tanzania, and the New Zealand Embassy in Washington as Director of Congressional Relations and Chief of Protocol.Company Profile
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) acts to make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. It does this by building connections with and influencing other countries to advance New Zealand’s interests, project New Zealand values and secure outcomes that matter to New Zealand.
Pacific Environments
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Roger recently returned to New Zealand following 10 years working in international design management in Asia. He is now Interior Lead at Pacific Environments in Auckland.Company Profile
Pacific Environments is a fully integrated design company specialising in architecture, interior and planning solutions.
Pan Pacific Capital
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Tony has a 20-year background in venture capital, with a strong governance capability. He is a longstanding council member of the New Zealand Private Equity & Venture Capital Association Inc and director of a number of technology companies.Company Profile
Pan Pacific Capital provides a comprehensive platform to help growth companies in the Asian region by blending the unique creative strengths of the talent pool in New Zealand with Asian networks, supply chain and capital capabilities from larger markets.
Brand Magic Group
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Jane is Founder and Managing Director of Brand Magic. With 20 years’ experiential, marketing and design across multiple sectors, Jane leads a full-service team of cross-cultural practitioners and is at the leading edge of the development of cross-cultural digital, public relations and consumer experiences, joining up East-West growth opportunities.Company Profile
Brand Magic is one of the first consumer experience agencies in New Zealand, delivering successful multi-discipline marketing, design and communication solutions for national and global brands. Cross-cultural collaborations have resulted in Brand Magic becoming a leading industry partner for strategy, brand design, cross-cultural marketing, social media, events, design and build, advice, education and implementation.
Mirage Projects
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John is a qualified Chartered Accountant and business consultant.Company Profile
Mirage Projects supports governance and management of emerging IT businesses.
Auckland Council
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Deputy Mayor Cashmore has been an elected member since 2010. Spatial planning, infrastructure, transport and project financing are focus areas, with an interest in planned and cohesive infrastructure delivery. He has a forthright and collaborative approach, utilising key relationships with central government, private sector organisations and communities.Company Profile
Formed in 2010, Auckland Council is the largest local government authority in Australasia. The mayor and 20 councillors, elected from 13 wards, are responsible for decisions that affect all of Auckland; and the 21 local boards of elected members make local decisions.
Methven Limited
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Andy joined Methven in May 2015 to quickly grow this 132-year-old tapware business into Asia with his strong international background integrating people, culture, and business operations. Andy has 10 years' human resources leadership experience with Walmart and as an Executive Vice President with Shirble Department Store.Company Profile
Methven is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of showers, taps and valves. Methven’s business is headquartered in Auckland where it designs, develops and manufactures many award-winning products and technologies. Methven’s international operations see its products distributed in New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, the United Kingdom, Middle East and United States.
Hong Consulting Limited
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Carol is an experienced business advisor and China consultant. She is a Chartered Accountant (CA) who has 20 years of accounting, auditing and advisory experience in New Zealand, Hong Kong, and China. Carol is the treasurer and a board member of the New Zealand China Trade Association.Company Profile
Hong Consulting Limited is a boutique chartered accountancy and consulting firm in Auckland New Zealand. It provides virtual CFO, accounting, bookkeeping, tax compliance and business consulting services. Hong Consulting specialises in connecting Kiwi businesses with potential Chinese investors and exploring channels to the China market.
JBWere
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Lisa is an Authorised Financial Advisor at JBWere with over 20 years' experience in financial markets. She works with a variety of clients from different backgrounds including private business sales, individuals, family offices and assisting those gaining New Zealand residency under the New Zealand Government's Migrant Investor Scheme.Company Profile
Founded in 1840, JBWere is a specialised wealth management firm providing wealth solutions to high-net worth individuals and institutional clients in New Zealand and Australia. JBWere currently manages over $16 billion in funds.
NZDMG Ltd
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Lili is a representative of NZDMG.Company Profile
Founded in 2018, NZDMG (New Zealand Dream Mark Group) is a New Zealand based diversified cross-industry company. Its main business branches include DMG UV Coating, DMG Kitchen, DMG Stone, DMG Shop, DMG Paint and DMG Media.
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
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David is General Manager, Projects at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE). He is responsible for special and strategic projects including growing the technology sector internationally.Company Profile
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is New Zealand's international business development agency. It helps New Zealand businesses grow internationally, bigger, better and faster.
McMullen & Wing
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Michael is Chief Executive of Auckland shipyard McMullen & Wing. An established marine industry professional, Michael has a varied background including design, naval architecture, professional engineering consultancy, international high value sales, project and construction management.Company Profile
McMullen & Wing is Auckland's leading commercial vessels shipyard and boat builder. It is leading a collaboration of New Zealand businesses in the development of battery electric fast commuter ferries for the harbour cities of the world.
NZVIF
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Allen is an Investment Analyst at New Zealand Venture Investment Fund (NZVIF).Company Profile
The New Zealand Venture Investment Fund (NZVIF) was established by the New Zealand government in 2002 to build a vibrant early stage investment market in New Zealand. It has $245 million of funds under management.
Centrality
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Jerome is Group General Manager at world-leading blockchain venture studio, Centrality. He is responsible for teams that invest in and build Web 3.0 infrastructure and applications, with a focus on delivering rich ‘digital first’ consumer experiences.Company Profile
Centrality is building an extensive library of tools that every developer, business and startup needs to create world-class blockchain applications.
SunPix
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Ngaire has more than 30 years’ experience in television production and more recently, film. She is a company director of SunPix Ltd. and Sunpix Post. Ngaire is producer of the long running Pacific television show Tagata Pasifika and is a Pacific Music Awards Trustee and member of the Film Auckland board.Company Profile
SunPix is a media content production and post-production company. It produces TVNZ’s flagship Tagata Pacifika programme and engages Pacific and mainstream audiences through high quality, authentic and relevant storytelling. SunPix focuses on delivering world-class solutions with agility, underpinned by the Pacific values of respect, co-operation and loyalty.
Conrad Properties Group
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Ming has more than 10 years' experience in public relations, marketing and media. She is the head of the Asian Capital Market at Conrad Properties Group, matching investors with the right Conrad product for their needs.Company Profile
The Conrad Property Group is New Zealand’s largest apartment developer. Established in 1994, it has developed more than 4,200 residences and boutique retail spaces. The Conrad Group has offices in Auckland, Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Beijing.
NZ Story Group
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Jessica manages the FernMark Licence Programme on behalf of New Zealand Story Group. The FernMark Licence Programme helps promote and protect New Zealand products and services on a global scale. The programme gives licensees the right to carry the FernMark, a trademark that is used by New Zealand government departments across the world.Company Profile
New Zealand Story is a government initiative designed to help develop and grow New Zealand's international marketing brand. New Zealand Story has developed a collection of resources to help businesses and government agencies communicate New Zealand's unique value to the world.
JBWere
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Stuart has worked in investment markets for more than 20 years. Prior to his current role at JBWere he worked at CSFB (London) and Craigs Investment Partners. Stuart believes in a team approach to the management of client monies and is strongly committed to helping clients build and manage their wealth.Company Profile
Founded in 1840, JBWere is a specialised wealth management firm providing wealth solutions to high-net worth individuals and institutional clients in New Zealand and Australia. JBWere currently manages over $16 billion in funds.
GTILConsulting
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Jerry has worked in trade facilitation and investment attraction for more than 10 years. He champions within the New Zealand food innovation and value-added technologies ecosystem.Company Profile
GTIL Consulting specialises in international trade consulting, investment opportunities and cross-border trade in the Asia-Pacific region.
American Chamber of Commerce In New Zealand Inc
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Mike is Executive Director at the American Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand Inc. He also serves as Chairman and Trustee of the New Zealand Robotics Charitable Trust, Executive Committee member of the Canada New Zealand Business Association Inc and Advisory Board Member of the New Zealand United States Council.Company Profile
The American Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand Inc has been promoting trade, investment, tourism and education links between the United States of America and New Zealand for over 50 years. Its membership is diverse and made up of many US Fortune 500 companies and leading New Zealand corporates.
Business Sorter
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Sally has an insolvency and business advisory background, working for two of the top four accounting firms before setting up her own consulting business. Sally and her colleagues founded Business Sorter with the goal of improving the statistics for business failure and business success, which both need to rise for economic wellbeing.Company Profile
Business Sorter is a SaaS business planning tool that allows people to create a plan in just a few hours, also supporting implementation and delegation. It is fast, fun and affordable with embedded learning. Business Sorter is ideal for businesses wanting to improve their performance.
Institute of Commercial Education New Zealand (ICENZ)
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Wayne Huang is founder and CEO of both the Institute of Commercial Education NZ and Whitford Innovation Academy located in Auckland.Company Profile
The Institute of Commercial Education New Zealand (ICENZ) is a unique educational organisation catering to the requirements of local and domestic students and short-term study students.
Cure Kids Ventures
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Michael is a student intern at Cure Kids Ventures. He is studying for a Master of Bioscience Enterprise at the University of Auckland.Company Profile
Cure Kids Ventures (CKV) is New Zealand's predominant seed and early stage healthcare investment fund. Founded in 2008, CKV has a portfolio of more than 15 companies - most notably A2 Milk Company. CKV is owned by Cure Kids Foundation, which has funded more than $40 million of child health research.
NZ China Council
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Stephen is Executive Director of the New Zealand China Council. He has extensive experience in government, industry and trade development, including posts as Deputy High Commissioner in Ottawa, Assistant Trade Commissioner in Paris and advisor on trade and diplomatic issues with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.Company Profile
The New Zealand China Council is a New Zealand-led and funded organisation which acts as a cross-sector, peak body for the New Zealand-China relationship. The Council was established in 2012 as part of the New Zealand Government’s NZ Inc Strategy for China.
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Dongjie Jin was born in Zhengzhou, China and immigrated to New Zealand with his family more than 10 years ago. He lives in Auckland.Company Profile
Ice Angels is a leading angel network that invests in and supports exceptional teams that are exploiting global opportunities.
Beca
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Jerry is a Senior Associate in Beca's Transport Advisory. His primary role is to advise clients on transport policy, planning, business case, funding and evaluation. Jerry has worked in many Asia Pacific countries, and has an interest in addressing urbanisation growth challenges through collaboration.Company Profile
Beca is one of the largest engineering and planning professional services companies in New Zealand, with more than 3,000 professionals spread across 20 Asia Pacific offices. Beca works across a wide range of skills, disciplines and sectors, including transport infrastructure, airports, and construction.
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Stephen works in interactive media, gaming, AR/VR, simulations and EdTech.Company Profile
New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA) represents New Zealand’s fast-growing interactive games industry.
Trow Group
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Saia is Managing Director of TROW Group.Company Profile
TROW Group specialises in civil contracting and machinery hire. In an industry renowned for producing waste, it is dedicated to deconstruction and salvaging of material.
Spectrum Consulting Limited
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Amiee is a senior technical architecture consultant with over 15 years’ experience in the IT industry. She is skilled at architectural and technical operational governance on enterprise managed services and accounts, including data management, migration strategies and planning, and technical project management.Company Profile
Founded in 2001, Spectrum's history is in delivering critical services in large server environments for enterprise clients across industries, helping reduce the cost and complexity. Building on this foundation, it has aligned to be a managed services company, focusing on the three core sections of cloud, networks and security, and data.
A China Travel Company Ltd
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Nancy is Owner and Director of A China Travel.Company Profile
New Zealand’s largest private-owned Chinese inbound travel company, A China Travel has been providing quality adventures and tours for awesome customers from China, New Zealand and Australia since 2001. With branches in China, New Zealand and Australia, it specialises in flights, local tours, inbound and outbound tours, and Free Independent Travelers.
University Of Auckland, School Of Architecture And Planning, Digital Research Hub
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Yinan is Co-ordinator of the Digital Research Hub at the School of Architecture and Planning, University of Auckland. As the lead technologist of the arc/sec Lab, her expertise lies in augmented architecture and interactive systems.Company Profile
Founded in 1883, the University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest university with over 40,000 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually. It has grown to become New Zealand's flagship, research-led university and is known for the excellence of its teaching, its research, and its service to local, national and international communities.
B Vital Natural Health Products Ltd
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James is Director of B Vital Natural Health Products Ltd. With significant experience in international trade and fast-moving consumer goods, James travels frequently to Hong Kong, China and the United States. He is an exceptional networker, motivator and entrepreneur and is Vice President and Secretary of several New Zealand associations.Company Profile
B Vital Natural Health Products Ltd started in early 2000 to take fantastic high quality natural products from New Zealand to the world. Its company philosophy is to work closely with customers, getting to know their business and providing the best possible products, ranging from honey to wine.
The University of Auckland
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Manfredo is Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture and Planning, University of Auckland and Honorary Professor at the College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Hunan University. His core area of expertise is at the intersection of comparative urbanism and architectural design.Company Profile
Founded in 1883, the University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest university with over 40,000 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually. It has grown to become New Zealand's flagship, research-led university and is known for the excellence of its teaching, its research, and its service to local, national and international communities.
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Saia is passionate about enabling and connecting people, achieving equitable outcomes and entrepreneurship. He is currently a director of MadPacific, an ecommerce platform providing services to the Pacific region.Company Profile
MadPacific is an online platform for consumers and producers to buy and sell quality products in the Pacific Islands, from anywhere in the world.
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Richard specialises in better governance for technology and other IP companies. His focus areas include CEO decision and strategic support, sustainable growth, market investigation and definition, go to market models, articulation of value, sales models, partnerships, and technology development strategy.Company Profile
Spark 64 is an applied AI business using cutting edge technology to solve challenging problems that have a positive impact on the world.
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A founding partner of TOYBOX, Nanette is skilled at finding the right solutions to meet a project's budget and deadline without compromising the brief of quality. Nanette has extensive experience bidding and managing long-form projects.Company Profile
TOYBOX is a boutique VFX and animation studio based in Auckland. Many of its crew have spent time in major international studios and have multiple credits on features and series. TOYBOX specialises in visual development, invisible effects, photo-real simulations and creature animation.
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John is Chairman of the Angel Association New Zealand and a board member of Ice Angels.Company Profile
The Angel Association New Zealand is the champion for early stage investment. It aims to increase the quantity, quality and success of angel investment in New Zealand and in doing so create a greater pool of capital for innovative startup companies. Ice Angels is a leading angel network that invests in and supports exceptional teams that are exploiting global opportunities.
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Brett was appointed Chief Executive of the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) in January 2019. Previously he worked in the innovation eco-system as founding Chief Executive of the New Zealand Information and Communications Technology Group, founding Deputy Chief Executive of the Ministry of Science and Innovation, and as Chief Executive of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development.Company Profile
The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) champions New Zealand business and helps members succeed. EMA provides members with employment relations advice, a business school and a wide variety of events to help businesses grow. In addition, EMA advocates on behalf of members to bring change in areas such as resource management, employment law, and infrastructure development.
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Warren’s curatorial project, Ideas on Identity, promotes the development of commercial and creative exchange through a lens of critical discourse relating to current art exhibition practice. In their structure and design development, he uses the internet tool WeChat to co-produce exhibitions with artists and galleries in China and New Zealand.Company Profile
AUT is a university of innovation and technology working with industry on research and development. AUT is committed to the application of knowledge for wellbeing and prosperity, and working with partners locally, nationally and internationally fulfilling its obligations as a responsible global citizen through a commitment to research and development.
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Alex is General Manager of Sales at Miraka Limited. He has over 15 years’ experience in sales and marketing in China and New Zealand. Alex has held senior sales and marketing roles in Procter Gamble, Manuka Health and EasiYo. He holds a Master of Economics and Finance.Company Profile
Māori-owned Miraka is well established in the New Zealand dairy-processing industry with strong values founded on the cultural beliefs of its owners. These values guide business decisions and underpin the interconnected relationships it has with stakeholders and with the natural world that sustains and nourishes wellbeing.
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Caroline is Chief Investment Officer of Cure Kids Ventures, New Zealand's predominant seed and early stage healthcare investment fund.Company Profile
Cure Kids Ventures (CKV) is New Zealand's predominant seed and early stage healthcare investment fund. Founded in 2008, CKV has a portfolio of more than 15 companies, most notably A2 Milk Company. CKV is owned by Cure Kids Foundation, which has funded over $40 million of child health research.
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Jason is Head of Export Business Development at Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). As a member of the BNZ Growth Sectors team, Jason heads the bank's engagement with the export community to support Kiwi businesses to successfully land, launch and operate in international markets.Company Profile
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has been operating in New Zealand since 1861. It is a full-service bank helping customers make their goals a reality.
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Steven is co-owner of KIWA Digital. A proud graduate of Otago University, he is an avid supporter of whanau wellness, sport, entrepreneurship and cultural intelligence. Steven is dedicated to the strategic direction and success of KIWA Digital and its partners, using tribal leadership to drive performance in a sustainable manner.Company Profile
KIWA Digital operates in the Global Language Services Industry, delivering innovative localisation and literacy software solutions through its proprietary software VoiceQ and QUTPro. Its software solutions are innovative, validated in the market, and attracting the interest of large global players.
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Kate is Founder and CEO of Healthpoint Ltd. She is experienced in healthcare industry management, research and development, technology, startups and emergency planning. Kate chairs the Departmental Clinical Exercise Physiology Advisory Board at the University of Auckland and is an executive board member for New Zealand Health IT (NZHIT).Company Profile
Healthpoint Ltd. is an innovative, award-winning New Zealand health tech company that provides software solutions to support and improve the effectiveness of interactions and decision making in the health and SME sector. Healthpoint Ltd. (Auckland) and Healthpoint ANZ Pty Ltd. (Melbourne) are providers of the products Healthpoint, Emergency Response Planning Tool, ResilienceTec and Medinz.
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Uwe is Associate Professor for Design and Design Technology at the University of Auckland, where he has established the arc/sec Lab for Cross Reality Architecture and Interactive Systems. The Lab operates at the intersection of university and industry, transferring research into visionary applications, innovative products and customised solutions.Company Profile
Founded in 1883, the University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest university with over 40,000 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually. It has grown to become New Zealand's flagship, research-led university and is known for the excellence of its teaching, its research, and its service to local, national and international communities.
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May provides accounting services at Roberts Company.Company Profile
Roberts Company provides accounting services for Chinese SMEs starting out in New Zealand. It possesses expert knowledge of the New Zealand market and regulatory compliance requirements.
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Felicity is Director of the Asia New Zealand Foundation Business Programme.Company Profile
The Asia New Zealand Foundation is New Zealand’s leading authority on Asia. It provides experiences and resources to help New Zealanders build their knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in Asia.
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Geraldine is Senior Manager at Dunninghams. She has more than 20 years’ experience in marketing, export and new product development for domestic and international markets. Her industry experience includes food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, dairy, meat and ingredients.Company Profile
Operating since 1921, Dunninghams is a fourth-generation family owned business specialising in the manufacture of dry blended ingredients for the food industry. These include dry rubs, coatings and wet marinades.
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Haman is experienced in sales, marketing and management within New Zealand. He is a qualified chemical engineer, marine biologist and Six Sigma Green Belt.Company Profile
Wahiki produces coconut frozen desserts that are dairy free, gluten free, vegan, low sugar, low calorie, halal and coeliac certified.
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Stephanie is Senior Partner at Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). She leads business banking for central Auckland.Company Profile
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has been operating in New Zealand since 1861. It is a full-service bank helping customers make their goals a reality.
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Diana is Strategic Partnerships Lead at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, helping people connect and initiate new business. Her career in the research industry has focused on strategy and technology translation. Diana co-founded the Consortium for Medical Device Technologies and is deeply associated with the MedTech CoRE.Company Profile
Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) is a world-leading research institute aiming to improve medical diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease. It achieves this by applying engineering sciences and technical innovation to medicine and human physiology. ABI hosts two MedTech national platforms, the Consortium for Medical Device Technologies and the MedTech CoRE.
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Sister Cities New Zealand, a non-profit national organisation, was established in 1981 to promote the importance of people-to-people connection through global partnerships between New Zealand and international communities. Hiromi Morris, President and Toni Grace, Board of Director are delighted to participate the Tripartite 2019.
For inquiries, please email to: admin@sistercities.org.nz
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Nathan holds responsibility for marketing operations, strategy and strategic partnerships at Facteon Intelligent Technology. He works closely with Facteon’s sales, operations and design teams to identify opportunities for entry into new markets and industries. Nathan has a background in technology and export marketing for a range of global B2B organisations.Company Profile
Facteon Intelligent Technology Ltd is an international designer, builder and innovator of world-class production solutions. It operates on the forward edge of intelligent manufacturing, robotics, data science, machine learning technology and software solutions. Faceton aspires to cultivate a high-performing, intelligent manufacturing ecosystem, in which machinery and software interact seamlessly.
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Eric has more than 15 years’ experience in media content and marketing management. He is skilled at operation and maintenance of government and business relations, with many years’ experience in venture capital operation.Company Profile
Established in 2001, Sky Media Ltd. is the most influential Chinese media in New Zealand. It provides precise and high-quality information to its viewers.
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Johnny joined Methven in 2015 and has held various roles in the company’s local and global markets. He is now responsible for Methven’s expansion and growth initiatives in Asia. Johnny has a wide range of international professional experiences including strategic marketing, project management and business development.Company Profile
Methven is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of showers, taps and valves. Methven’s business is headquartered in Auckland where it designs, develops and manufactures many award-winning products and technologies. Methven’s international operations see its products distributed in New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, the United Kingdom, Middle East and United States.
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Aliesha is a high-profile New Zealand producer and pioneer of AR/VR and new and emerging technologies. She was a winner at the Hi-Tech Awards in 2017 and 2018 and won the New Zealand Business Women Leaders Award and the ITX Excellence in Digital Health Award in 2018.Company Profile
Founded by Aliesha Staples, the StaplesVR studio has grown to cater to an international clientele, receiving multiple accolades for its work. Home to world leading experts in creative technologies, StaplesVR has established its reputation as a high-quality creator of VR, AR AI and interactive projects.
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Raymond Suen is International Relations Executive at the New Zealand Film Commission. He focuses on screen production outcomes, whether co-production or international production/post-production activity. Raymond has a strong business development focus and exposure to and involvement with key international markets for New Zealand, including New Zealand’s official co-production treaty partners in Asia.Company Profile
New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) markets the country’s screen production industry overseas and attracts international screen productions to New Zealand. It supports the growth of economic activity and helps ensure screen sector businesses are sustainable and internationally competitive. NZFC helps negotiate co-production treaties and administers the New Zealand Screen Production Grant.
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Kevin is the Project Marketing/Business Development Manager for The Conrad Group’s Asia market. In 2015, he founded the New Zealand Young Chinese Entrepreneur Association (NZYCEA) to provide a platform for the young people of New Zealand to develop their entrepreneurial capabilities and to foster world-class citizens.Company Profile
The Conrad Property Group is New Zealand’s largest apartment developer. Established in 1994, it has developed more than 4,200 residences and boutique retail spaces. The Conrad Group has offices in Auckland, Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Beijing.
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Eli is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) and Certified Practising Accountant (CPA). He has worked in the business, accounting and advisory field for more than 20 years in both government and the private sector. Eli co-founded WE, a growth advisory firm working with small and medium businesses from Aotearoa/New Zealand and overseas, empowering them to achieve their dreams.Company Profile
WE is a growth advisory firm specialising in small and medium sized businesses. WE partners with clients to help them achieve their goals and aspirations. It works with clients from around Aotearoa/New Zealand and has recently opened an office in Samoa.
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Lila Taulapiu is the Co-Founder and Director for TAMĀ (meaning father). Lila’s background and experience is in small business, youth development, management, education, and in supporting Pacific community initiatives. This experience enables her passion and inspiration to look for local and international business possibilities for TAMĀ. Lila is a New Zealand-born Samoan, with qualifications in both business and tertiary education.Company Profile
TAMĀ is a business that offers Pacific interior decor products based on Christian principles. The products share the gift of connection between different generations. TAMĀ products bridge the cultural divide through Pacific languages in traditional and contemporary design. TAMĀ is spiritual, TAMĀ is an emotional healer, TAMĀ is the tangible Love of God the Father.
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Brittany is a former professional tennis player and coach. She works in educational technology, entrepreneurship development and the tennis industry, with players, businesses and coaches.Company Profile
KidsCoin is passionate about giving children the financial and digital skills that they need to be successful in the 21st century. It believes that if children are taught good habits and mindsets towards money, learning and technology while young, they will make better choices and financial decisions in the future.
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Managing Director of Asia-Pacific smart cities enterprise Serviceworks Group Ltd, Mark leads the new mobility platform business PAIR’s roll-out in Australasia. He received the Leadership Award for Outstanding Contribution Towards Building Smart Cities from the World Sustainability Congress and is one of the Top 50 Most Impactful Smart Cities Leaders 2019.Company Profile
Serviceworks Group Ltd is an Asia-Pacific business which provides smart city strategy, planning and enterprise services. PAIR is its new urban mobility platform, underway in two Chinese mega-cities, with development plans for Auckland, Buenos Aires and Sydney.
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Jon is an Authorised Financial Adviser at JBWere, with more than 25 years’ experience in financial markets. He works with a variety of clients from different backgrounds, including private business sales, individuals, family offices and assisting those gaining New Zealand residency under the New Zealand Government's Migrant Investor Scheme.Company Profile
Founded in 1840, JBWere is a specialised wealth management firm providing wealth solutions to high-net worth individuals and institutional clients in New Zealand and Australia. JBWere currently manages over $16 billion in funds.
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Maha Tomo holds qualifications in creative arts and cross-cultural supervision from the Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT). He has a background in social science and indigenous anthropology. Maha is Director of the Auckland Bone and Stone Carving Academy and Lead Facilitator at Toi Manawa Arts, an indigenous health initiative.Company Profile
The Auckland Bone and Stone Carving Academy (ABSCA) is an indigenous creative platform that delivers workshops to make bone and stone carving education fun and meaningful. It also provides high quality Māori object art including taonga (treasures) made from bone and pounamu (jade/greenstone).
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Michael is Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Rebel Fleet. With more than 14 years’ experience in the film and television industry, Michael is regularly called on to help productions achieve their goals by providing bespoke and robust technology solutions for colour, data and security management.Company Profile
The Rebel Fleet creates customisable film and television workflows from on-set to post-production, accessible worldwide within seconds of record. Minimising technological impact, maximising creative freedom and locked down under the Trusted Partner Network (MPAA & CDSA) approved security.
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Evan is Head of International Business and Investor Category Immigration at Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). Part of the BNZ Growth Segments team, Evan drives execution of key business activation and high-value immigration strategies, focusing on key markets of South East Asia, Japan, the United States, United Kingdom and Europe.Company Profile
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has been operating in New Zealand since 1861. It is a full-service bank helping customers make their goals a reality.
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Gabriel is an impact investor with a proven track record founding and scaling businesses in New Zealand and around the world. He is also a market growth hacker for China and western markets.Company Profile
For over five years, ROCKETSHP has partnered with high-growth companies from all around the world to grow traffic, leads and sales in significant and measurable ways. It uses advanced analytics and growth hacking to provide businesses specialised digital marketing expertise that delivers results.
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Franky is Head of Asia Business Activation, Consumers and Partners at Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). He owns and delivers the Asia strategy, nation and enterprises wide. Franky is originally from Shanghai, China and has lived in Auckland more than 17 years.Company Profile
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has been operating in New Zealand since 1861. It is a full-service bank helping customers make their goals a reality.
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Jason is a Partner at Icehouse Ventures and co-founder of Eden Ventures. He plays a key role in investment decisions, fund-raising, and ensuring startups are positioned for success. Jason holds a master’s degree in business management from the University of Auckland and is a global visiting scholar for Yenching Academy, Peking University.Company Profile
Icehouse Ventures is an investment group that backs New Zealand's leading high-growth companies. The group includes the Ice Angels and ArcAngels investor networks, Tuhua Ventures, Eden Ventures, First Cut Ventures, several passive funds and the Flux Accelerator.
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Lili is owner and Managing Director of the Chinese Herald New Zealand.Company Profile
The voice for Chinese in New Zealand since 1994, the Chinese Herald offers intelligent, insightful and informative journalism. Its platforms include a print newspaper and magazine, joint venture website with the New Zealand Herald and WeChat – the number one social media choice for Chinese nationals.
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Patricia is Executive Director of Women in Film and Television New Zealand. Her extensive career in the arts, media and marketing spans more than 30 years, including senior executive positions as Country Manager of Fairfax Business Media and CEO of POL Corporate Publications Pty Ltd and POL Equipment Pty Ltd.Company Profile
Women in Film and Television New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering education, professional development, networking and support services to women and others working in film, television and associated industries. It is part of an established international network of over 44 chapters worldwide, representing more than 14,000 members.
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Lance is Venture Capital Fund Manager at Punakaiki Fund Limited.Company Profile
Punakaiki Fund Limited makes long-term investments into high-growth, revenue-generating New Zealand companies. It holds $46 million in assets (April 2019) and has investments in 20 portfolio companies.
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Dingyi Xu is Head of China Business Development at the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR). Graduating with a Master of Engineering from the University of Auckland, Dingyi has worked in tertiary institutes and research organisations for more than 25 years, including roles in China, New Zealand and the United States.Company Profile
The Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) is New Zealand’s Crown Research Institute that specialises in science relating to people and communities. ESR helps safeguard people’s health, protect food-based economies, improve the safety of freshwater and groundwater resources, and contributes expert forensic science to justice systems.
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Ran Xu was born in Beijing, China. In 2014 he immigrated to New Zealand with his family. Prior to arriving in Auckland, Ran Xu ran a factory in Beijing, focused on robotics and broadcast AR/VR.Company Profile
Ice Angels is a leading angel network that invests in and supports exceptional teams that are exploiting global opportunities.
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Simon is arguably New Zealand's most famous non-Chinese China influencer. Chosen from a pool of global influencers to be the face and voice of the 2017 elections, Simon encouraged Chinese Kiwis to vote by developing a successful video series campaign.Company Profile
As Director of Global Operations at Red Circle Network (RCN), Simon connects leading commercial advisors and experts to collaborate on projects that help Western businesses reach the pinnacle of business with China. Simon is a key contributor to the RCN China Digital Pathways and the China Business Ready programmes.
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Chumin Yu is interested in technology and meeting people with shared economic goals.Company Profile
Onzo is New Zealand's first and largest dockless bike share platform and app, making transport affordable and convenient to all New Zealanders. Its mission is to improve the quality of urban life by providing an affordable way for people to get around, while at the same time reducing congestion and helping the environment.
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Yu Yi is a member of the New Zealand Planning Institute with 25 years' experience in town planning and urban design. She has worked extensively in New Zealand and China in the areas of urban growth and greenfield development, urban renewal, master planning, planning applications and project management.Company Profile
Synergy Planning Associates (NZ) Ltd is a boutique consultancy specialising in town planning, urban design and land development. Its current focus is on high density development associated resource consent applications. Since the Auckland Unitary Plan became operative in November 2016, Synergy has successfully completed many projects across Auckland.
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Haiyan Zhang is Accommodation Manager at Formosa Golf Resort.Company Profile
Situated on the beautiful Pohutukawa coast and 38 minutes from central Auckland by road, Formosa Golf Resort is a truly accessible piece of paradise. Facilities include a Sir Bob Charles-designed and PGD rated golf course, pro shop, driving range, sport complex, accommodation and fully licensed restaurant.
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Samantha is Public Relations Manager at NZC Media Group Ltd. She holds business relationships with New Zealand property agencies and the fashion industry. Samantha also has a ready-to-wear brand in her own name.Company Profile
NZC Media Group Ltd. is an integrated Chinese media platform across radio, newspaper and WeChat. It strives to provide a professional service in the digital age, while fostering credibility. Its mission is to forge and mediate connections between New Zealand, China and the rest of the world.
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Shijia (Colin) Zheng is the director of ANCO Properties Development Ltd., KCC Construction Ltd. and HLG Holding Ltd. He is experienced in construction, property investment and motel management.Company Profile
HLG Holding Limited is a diversified conglomerate with interests including restaurant, motel, wines, media, real estate, property management, and import and export trade. The company would like to explore business opportunities in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Zhang Yikun has lived in New Zealand since 2000. He is the director of Huanglian Group Ltd., HLG Holding Ltd., KCC Construction Ltd. and Chow Foo Restaurant. He is experienced in property management and import and export trade.Company Profile
HLG Holding Limited is a diversified conglomerate with interests including restaurant, motel, wines, media, real estate, property management, and import and export trade. The company would like to explore business opportunities in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Huibin Zhou is Director of Hui Hong International Development (NZ) Co., Ltd. He is also Executive President of the International Chamber of Commerce New Zealand, President of Hunan General Commercial Association New Zealand, Chairman of Hui Hong International Development (NZ) CO., Ltd. and Vice President of Hunan Overseas Fraternal Association.Company Profile
Hui Hong International Development (NZ) Co., Ltd. is an export and import business.
International Delegate Profiles
Bagatelos Architectural Glass Systems, Inc
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Nick is the president of Bagatelos Architectural Glass Systems. He is an expert in net zero energy envelope systems that use photovoltaic, electrochromic, vacuum insulated glass, and electrostatic products to manufacture super performing exterior curtain walls for large commercial buildings in the United States.Company Profile
Bagatelos Architectural Glass Systems (BAGS) designs, engineers, manufactures and installs prefabricated structural glass and aluminium walls for high-rise and mid-rise buildings in California. It operates a net zero energy manufacturing facility in Sacramento. Its collaboration with Dow, General Electric, Guardian Industries and Autodesk has seen it positioned as one of the premier unitised curtain wall manufacturers in the United States.
Two Bit Circus
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Brent is the CEO of Two Bit Circus, an LA-based experiential entertainment company that operates a network of micro-amusement parks. He is chairman of the non-profit Two Bit Circus Foundation which deploys STEAM-based programmes to inspire students about invention and facilitates STEAM Carnivals around the world.Company Profile
Two Bit Circus is a brand-new type of social play space and platform for new technologies. It aims to bring ideas from designers, inventors, makers, engineers, storytellers and more, from concept to reality.
Newcity Investment Holding Group
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Zhiwei Cao is a representative of NewCity Investment Holding Group.Company Profile
Established in 1994, NewCity Investment Holding Group is a professional investment and development corporation focusing on equity investment and real estate development, utilising an efficient management system.
Newcity Investment Holding Group
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Zhixin Cao is a representative of NewCity Investment Holding Group.Company Profile
Established in 1994, NewCity Investment Holding Group is a professional investment and development corporation focusing on equity investment and real estate development, utilising an efficient management system.
Swell Capital Inc.
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Felipe is Chief Executive Officer at Swell Capital Inc., providing capital introduction and placement services for institutional investors, investment firms and individual investors. He raises capital and provides counsel for strategic allocation, with focus on projects in Infrastructure & Transportation, Sustainability, Health & Wellness, Distressed Assets and Sports and Entertainment.Company Profile
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Swell Capital Inc specialises in raising capital and helping deploy investments in infrastructure, healthcare, sustainability and entertainment. Working directly with large institutional investors, Swell focuses on introducing capital to other funds and investment firms, and assists investors diversify their portfolios and deploy resources.
Goldjet Int’l Logistics Co Ltd
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Xilian Fang is Group Financial Director of Goldjet International Logistics Co., Ltd.Company Profile
Goldjet International Logistics Co., Ltd. was established in 2004 as a comprehensive modern logistics enterprise. Its business scope includes cargo transportation, import and export declaration, cargo warehousing, trucking transportation, express transportation, cross-border e-commerce and information technology development.
City of Los Angeles
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Jacob is Policy Director for Cybersecurity in the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Public Safety where he advises on cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and technology issues. He previously worked for the International Institute for Counterterrorism in Herzliya, Israel, and the UCLA Center for Middle East Development in Los Angeles, California.Company Profile
With an estimated population of four million, Los Angeles is the cultural, financial, and commercial centre of Southern California, United States. The city is known for its Mediterranean climate, ethnic diversity, Hollywood and the entertainment industry, and its sprawling metropolis. Los Angeles is the largest city on the West Coast of North America.
Goldjet International Logistics Co., Ltd
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Meng Gao is President of Goldjet International Logistics Co., Ltd.Company Profile
Goldjet International Logistics Co., Ltd. was established in 2004 as a comprehensive modern logistics enterprise. Its business scope includes cargo transportation, import and export declaration, cargo warehousing, trucking transportation, express transportation, cross-border e-commerce and information technology development.
Guangzhou Changjia Electronic Company Limited
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Yan He is Assistant to the President of Guangzhou Changjia Electronic Company Limited. She is mainly responsible for sales.Company Profile
Established in 2006, Guangzhou Changjia Electronic Company Limited specialises in manufacturing televisions and intelligent interactive conference boards. With nearly 100 expert research and development engineers and quality assurance technicians, innovation, quality and commitment are central to its operations, along with striving to create and maintain win-win strategies for customers.
Vipshop (China) Co., Ltd
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Hongying Huang is Vice President of Vipshop (China) Co., Ltd. She joined Vipshop in February 2017. Hongying Huang is committed to promoting a select range of authentic, global brands at a discounted price while enhancing the global reputation of Vipshop, expanding international influence and strengthening corporate social responsibility.Company Profile
Headquartered in Guangzhou, Vipshop (China) Co., Ltd is an e-commerce platform established in 2008. Pioneering the popular flash sales model of ‘select brand, deep discount’ Vipshop has more than 330 million registered members. In 2018 its annual net revenue reached nearly 85 billion RMB, with daily orders totalling on average 1.2 million.
Octopie
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Isaac Krauss is an artist and entrepreneur and the Co-founder/CEO of Octopie.Company Profile
Octopie is an animation network and studio focused on building a sustainable business ecosystem for independent content creators to thrive in.
Guangzhou Changfeng Supply Chain Management Co. Ltd
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Shine Lee is General Manager of Guangzhou Changfeng Supply Chain Management Co. Ltd.Company Profile
Guangzhou Changfeng Supply Chain Management Co. Ltd is an international trade service company with more than 20 employees. Its main business includes import and export of goods, countervailing trade and entrepôt trade.
Guangzhou Lalami Information Technology Co., Ltd.
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Jennifer joined Guangzhou Lalami Information Technology Co., Ltd. in 2018. Prior to joining Lalami, she worked for more than 10 years in several multinational corporations including Mead Johnson Nutrition and Techpool Bio-Pharma. Jennifer has rich experience in public relations and corporate communications.Company Profile
Lalami is a leading brand management company. Headquartered in Guangzhou since 2012, Lalami provides one-stop brand management solutions. Renowned for converting unknown international brands into prestige offerings for the Chinese market, Lalami works exclusively with more than 20 international brands, available in China across leading e-commerce platforms and offline retail stores.
Guangzhou Niesheng E-Commerce Holdings Limted
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Li Xiantao is CEO of Guangzhou Niesheng E-Commerce Co., Ltd. She has held this position since 2009. Li Xiantao graduated with a master's degree from the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in June 2017.Company Profile
Guangzhou Niesheng E-Commerce Co., Ltd. was established in 2009 to assist brands with sales growth across domestic and international markets. It focuses on omni-channel retail (B2C) and distribution (B2B) including new channel, integrated marketing, new media, information technology, supply chain and refined operation management, and full process e-commerce operation experiences.
Guangzhou Southern Elite Media Co., Ltd.
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Min Liu is CEO of Guangzhou Southern Elite Media Co., Ltd.Company Profile
Guangzhou Southern Elite Media Co., Ltd. is a marketing agency focused on strategy, resources, creativity and operations.
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Hao Long is Director of AFC Group and Chairman’s Assistant of Guangdong YR Investment & Management Group Co., Ltd.Company Profile
The Guangdong YR Investment & Management Group Co., Ltd. team has more than 30 years' investing experience. It has invested in more than 40 projects in China, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand.
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Mao Jihong graduated with an EMBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business. He is Founder and Chairman of the clothing brand EXCEPTION de MIXMIND, and Founder of YMOYNOT brand and cultural creative platform.Company Profile
Fang Suo Commune Co., Ltd. is a new cultural industry company with a global vision and brand influence. It is a cultural operation organisation, public cultural planning agency and incubation platform for new knowledge IP.
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David serves as International Trade Specialist for Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Office of International Affairs. He develops and implements policies, programmes, and initiatives to promote international trade and business opportunities in the City of Los Angeles.Company Profile
With an estimated population of four million, Los Angeles is the cultural, financial, and commercial centre of Southern California, United States. The city is known for its Mediterranean climate, ethnic diversity, Hollywood and the entertainment industry, and its sprawling metropolis. Los Angeles is the largest city on the West Coast of North America.
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Wei Pan is Managing Director of Guangzhou Osmunda Medical Device Technology, Inc. She has more than 20 years’ experience in China and abroad across the investment, finance, medical equipment and medical device industries. Wei Pan was previously Head of Human Resources for the global marketing research firm AC Nielsen, South China.Company Profile
Guangzhou Osmunda Medical Device Technology, Inc. was established in 2004. It is a third-party service provider for medical devices, serving the global medical device industry. It focuses on platforms for medical device incubation and contract manufacturing (CDMO), global registrations and clinical trials (CRO), industrial services and industrial investment.
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Christine facilitates international trade opportunities, strengthens foreign government and business relationships, attracts foreign direct investment, and supports sea and air cargo for Los Angeles. Previously, Christine was a trade policy director in the Office of the United States Trade Representative and a trade specialist with the United States Department of Commerce.Company Profile
With an estimated population of four million, Los Angeles is the cultural, financial, and commercial centre of Southern California, United States. The city is known for its Mediterranean climate, ethnic diversity, Hollywood and the entertainment industry, and its sprawling metropolis. Los Angeles is the largest city on the West Coast of North America.
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Qu Jing is a senior lecturer at the Guangdong Cross-border E-commerce Industry Association and possesses rich experience and unique insights on the e-commerce industry.Company Profile
Huimei Group was founded by Fang Jianhua in 1998. It is a leading domestic fashion company with three main brands, Inman, Toyouth and A Life on The Left. Huimei brands are available across online platforms including Tmall, VIPSHOP and Jingdong, and at its over 600 stores in China.
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Michael is Director of International Trade at the World Trade Center Los Angeles (WTCLA). WTCLA works to support the development of international trade and business opportunities for Southern California companies. It is the leading international trade association, trade service organisation and trade resource in the Los Angeles region.Company Profile
The World Trade Center Los Angeles provides business assistance to international companies seeking to locate or expand operations in Los Angeles, and to local companies seeking to expand their products and services to the international market.
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Lu Sun is Director of Adamantine (New Zealand) International Education Group.Company Profile
Adamantine International Academy New Zealand (AIANZ) is a branch of Adamantine International Education Group. Established in Hong Kong, it offers a variety of training courses including Chinese language, literacy, music and arts. It is dedicated to introducing Chinese culture to New Zealand.
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Xiuwen Tang is an Operations Department Manager at WTC Global Supply Chain Management Group, with three years' experience in the cross-border e-commerce industry.Company Profile
WTC Global Supply Chain Management Group was founded in 2015. It specialises in trans-border e-commerce import bonded warehousing. Its services include domestic and international warehousing services, warehouse management systems, customs declarations, scheme planning for import operation of cross-border e-commerce, and express services in China.
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Tony is Business Development Manager – Greater China for Emerald Foods Ltd. He has managed sales for Emerald Foods in mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau since 2015.Company Profile
Since 1985, Emerald Foods has been dedicated to making and sharing some of New Zealand's most-loved brands including New Zealand Natural, Killinchy Gold, Chateau, Zilch and Like Licks since 1985. In addition to producing and selling ice cream products, Emerald Foods specialises in private brand development and manufacture for customers around the world.
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Yang Xia is Chairman of Guangdong YR Investment & Management Group Co., Ltd., Chairman of AFC Group and Chairman of Guangdong Province Anhui Chamber of Commerce.Company Profile
The Guangdong YR Investment & Management Group Co., Ltd. team has more than 30 years' investing experience. It has invested in more than 40 projects in China, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand.
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Xi Xiang is CEO at Guangzhou Time Network Technology Co., Ltd. He has more than 20 years’ experience in creative industries. Xi Xiang was previously Chief Editor of Southern Weekly and received the World Economic Forum Young Global Leader award in 2010.Company Profile
Guangzhou Time Network Technology Co., Ltd. is a thriving creative-driven culture technology company founded by media and technical elites from Southern Weekly, Crystal CG and Atkins. The company focuses on the AR/VR industry and promotes the development of the tourism and creative industries.
Fang Suo Commune Co., Ltd
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Yang Yi has more than 10 years’ experience in the cultural industry. He is familiar with domestic and international cultural and creative industries. He is the pioneer of the earliest Wenchuang O2O model in China and the earliest Wenchuang IP operator in China.Company Profile
Fang Suo Commune Co., Ltd. is a new cultural industry company with a global vision and brand influence. It is a new cultural operation organisation, public cultural planning agency and incubation platform for new knowledge IP.
Education New Zealand (Guangzhou)
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Felix Ye is Senior Market Development Manager, Education New Zealand, based at the New Zealand Consulate-General in Guangzhou. In his role he is responsible for education matters in the areas of South China, Western China, Hong Kong and Macau.Company Profile
Education New Zealand was established in September 2011 as a crown agency. Its purpose is to take New Zealand’s education experiences to the world for enduring economic, social and cultural benefits. It has bases in New Zealand, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Germany, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Republic of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Thailand, the United States and Vietnam.
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Zeng Qinghong is the Chairman of Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd., and holds a Ph.D. in management science and engineering. He has more than 40 years’ experience in the automobile industry.Company Profile
Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd (GAC). was founded in 1997. Headquartered in Guangzhou, it is a large state-held automobile group, working across five sectors including automobile research and development, vehicles, parts and components, trade and financial services. In 2018, GAC ranked 202 on the Fortune Global 500.
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Zhang Zhaoxing is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Guangzhou Yuexiu Holdings Limited. He holds an Executive Master of Business Administration and is a qualified Senior Accountant. Zhang Zhaoxing is experienced in business operation and financial management.Company Profile
Yuexiu Group was founded in Hong Kong in 1985. It has gradually established a “3+X” business portfolio with finance, real estate and transportation infrastructure as its three core sectors. Yuexiu Group is a comprehensive strength state-owned enterprise in Guangdong.
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Company Profile
Guangzhou City Construction Investment Group Co., Ltd was founded in 2008. It engages in investment, financing, operation, and construction of municipal infrastructure, cultural and tourism facilities, real estate, basement parking and commercial centre construction projects. It is also involved in the provision of consultancy services for municipal construction, wholesale and retail trading and site leasing activities.
VTREK Group
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Company Profile
VTREK Group is a reputable manufacturer of audio and video products including wireless speakers, sound bars, mini/micro systems, party speakers and LCD/LED televisions. VTREK has an inhouse design and development team. It partners with leading global brands including Philips, JBL, LG, Pioneer and Toshiba.