After about two and a half years of participating in online webinars and many hours of zoom calls, it was refreshing to return to our in-person “hookup” events and once meet up with our friends and colleagues, this time in 3 dimensions!
When Covid hit, FinTechNZ, like many communities, had to reconsider a bit the way we delivered the price and temporarily switched to convention formats and online zoom-style webinars. In fact, this transition worked quite well and showed us that we can indeed build our success beyond the city where the event was held in Aotearoa, and expand participation around the world. Although online virtual formats tend to have registrations up to 100 percent higher than in-person events, they unfortunately suffer from infrequent abandonment to 40% due to lack of participation or simply rejecting the session. This is a common trend around the world and I’m sure you, like me, are registered for an online event and then have been distracted through the daily things that are so (in)conveniently presented on your screen. Multitasking is such an important component of our world in those days!
TechWeek’22 has taught us a lot about online formats with 79 Techweek TV sessions and 417 events – a staggering expansion curve since NZTech introduced this initiative in 2012. (During TechWeek, FinTechNZ members contributed to or organized about 12 events. )Our challenge in the future is to take advantage of virtual classes and now return to in-person events and find tactics to explore hybrid flavor solutions. I think we’re all learning to do that, and it brings physically demanding situations that we’re all exploring. More data from what comes next.
As noted above, when Covid arrived, our drop in club numbers was a low of 142, most likely a mirror image of the Covid effect, but perhaps also a perceived loss of price from not being able to get in. Personal occasions. Fast forward to the last fiscal year and I think we’ve all noticed that online virtual formats work, offer a great price and are now an integral component of our landscape. Looking at NZTech’s annual report published last month (see here), I am also pleased to announce that last year we held 36 events and more our club (over 180) and climbing. We also have strong interest from foreign corporations and are also reconnecting with our foreign components. FinTechNZ is pleased to welcome the following members:
Upcoming times: Mark your calendar now The FinTechNZ network is back in action. Our first in-person occasion in at least a year hosted last week through Marsh, in their new offices, at the PWC Tower, titled Exploring Risks for Tech Companies. to see your “roundtable” format used compared to our other old presentation/panel formats.
In the coming months, we will have an exciting array of in-person events from our members and/or partners, with the main event being the Hui Tamata FinTech to be held at the Aotea Centre in Auckland on February 28, 2023. We just introduced the new Hui FinTech here. Below is a quick overlay of some of the upcoming events in this aspect of Christmas. August 29: Focus on Asian markets (in person)
Organized through new member Alibaba and in agreement with Invest Hong Kong, NZTE and FinTechNZ, this lunch-style occasion is an extension of the sessions we held on opening gateways to Asia with the NZTE, Singapore FinTech and Hong Kong FinTech festivals. Space is limited, so register today. RegTech Events: August 30 and September 29 (online)
Welcoming regTechNZ’s new deal, they are hosting two events for this group of fast-growing brokers, one that focuses on how open finance can help force RegTech’s responses and the time is Regtech’s showcase. RegTech also recently unveiled its new homepage that offers a review of its goal and goals. Interest in RegTech is taking off internationally and Aotearoa is no exception. If you need to make a small discovery, come and participate in those next two occasions or sign up for the runners’ group. See here. September 15: Attracting the Smartest Skill to FinTech (in Person)
Kernel recently moved into its original new Queen Street facility and has just finished its investment tour in New Zealand. During the event, we will ask you, “What does the wonderful skill of FinTech look like and what can FinTech corporations do to attract and retain them?”We will also take a look at the skills needed in the FinTech industry and how we can tailor them to the needs of workers. The panel includes workers, employers, and industry connectors, each providing a different attitude on the issue. Register here.
21-22 September: Financial Services Council (hybrid)
For over 4 years, FinTechNZ has controlled FinTech for its highly reputable conferences. This year we are organizing Tech Alley, Finance Open Session and Sustainability Session. This is a wonderful occasion and highly recommended. Take advantage of our member reduction using the code FINTECH22, this will give FinTechNZ members $250 off the $750 1-day ticket. To register, click here. February 28: FinTech Hui Taumata (in person)
We are pleased to launch the new Hui FinTech online page with the Hui Taumata (Special Summit) as our Premium Member of the Year occasion. This year’s theme is “Made in Aotearoa – For the World” and, as you may have guessed, we will embrace everything that is evolving about FinTech around the world to help us build capacity and capacity to export FinTech. our sponsors and the team of occasions to prepare for this special occasion voluntarily limited to 250 delegates. Keep an eye out for this area as we bring you more updates. We have some referral features available, so tap on Jason here.
Finally, if you’re exploring an event with the FinTechNZ community, contact Jason first to learn about the focus, theme, and booking on the events calendar.
Nga MihiJason Roberts
Chief executive officer
Member of the New Zealand Technology Alliance
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