Dear Delegates,

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Welcome to TechXcelerate Aotearoa 2026. We’re delighted to have you join us in Auckland for two days of insightful discussions, expert presentations, and meaningful networking with some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading digital, data, and cybersecurity professionals.

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This year’s event brings together the CIO Leaders Summit and the CISO Leaders Summit under one banner, creating a unique platform for technology and security leaders to collaborate, share perspectives, and explore strategies to drive resilient, innovative organisations in an AI-accelerated world.

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Throughout the program, you will hear from industry leaders, practitioners, and peers as they share real-world case studies, lessons learned, and practical frameworks for navigating today’s evolving digital landscape. Across the two days, the agenda will explore key priorities including:

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• Scaling AI to deliver tangible business value

• Optimising cloud investments and managing digital spend

• Strengthening cybersecurity resilience and response

• Leveraging data as a strategic asset through strong governance and quality

• Navigating emerging regulatory and compliance requirements

• Building future-ready digital and security teams

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Day One will see CIO and CISO audiences participate in dedicated tracks tailored to their unique challenges and priorities. On Day Two, both communities will come together for shared sessions designed to encourage collaboration between technology and security leaders and address the growing intersection between digital innovation and cyber resilience.

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We encourage you to actively participate in the interactive breakout sessions, roundtables, and networking opportunities throughout the event. These sessions are designed to foster open discussion, enabling you to exchange experiences, challenge assumptions, and learn from the collective expertise of your peers.

Thank you for being part of this important conversation. We hope you find the discussions inspiring, the connections valuable, and the insights immediately applicable within your organisation.

We wish you a productive and engaging event.

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Sincerely,

Ella Michel

Conference Producer

Aventedge