Dr. Amir Mohammadi founded Promptech.ai with a firm belief in the transformative power of AI, aiming to deliver comprehensive AI solutions tailored to enterprise needs. He developed AI teamspace to boost productivity, created prompt engineering toolkits, large language model libraries, and online courses. He is committed to lowering the access barrier in AI for businesses, researchers, and practitioners across Aotearoa.

Anne works on the Deloitte AI and Data offering in the Generative AI Delivery team. She has hands-on experience implementing Generative AI solutions, such as Retrieval Augmented Generation Q+A and Text-to-insights over SQL Databases. Her technical experience is augmented by her traditional Computer Science background and her passion for delivering new and innovative solutions.

Currently CTO, and one of the three founders of New Zealand-based SupaHuman AI, Blair Woods started his professional life as a software developer where he progressed into various technical and people leadership roles. Throughout his professional life, Blair has worked in a range of organisations and industries: from start-ups through to international enterprise companies, finance and crypto through to AI, insurance, and utilities. He has also worked in the UK, South Africa, New Zealand, and Germany. Blair has a passion for AI with a focus on helping Australasian organisations to implement AI solutions so that they can improve efficiencies, offer new products and services, and ultimately expose new opportunities.

With a creative background spanning advertising, marketing, and film, Chanelle blends storytelling, art direction, and experience design to create compelling brands and engaging user experiences. At Datacom, she enjoys simplifying complex narratives and designing human-centred solutions that leverage emerging technologies to spark innovation in the future of work, education, and design. Chanelle is dedicated to making the world a more accessible place, particularly for neurodiverse and disabled communities.

Chase received his PhD in Political Science & Social Data Analytics from Pennsylvania State University in 2023. Since then, he has moved to New Zealand and joined the ICT Data Analytics team at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, where he works on report development and training to help the business make the most of their data.Chase’s research focused on natural language processing and machine/deep learning, and he has used this experience to help Fisher & Paykel Healthcare start developing AI tools to gain deeper insights from their data.

Cherry is a Learning and Development Advisor at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare. She designs and develops eLearning and digital learning solutions to support learners. Cherry holds degrees in psychology and information systems from The University of Auckland. She has a great interest in exploring and optimising the use of learning technologies and AI in the learning and development space.

As a User Experience Designer in the medical device industry, I have a diverse background in experience design and  interaction design. My expertise lies in System Thinking, User Experience, Device User Interface Design, and Human-Computer Interaction . Throughout my career, I’ve successfully led user-centric projects and guided creative teams to develop a diverse array of products. More recently I have been exploring the opportunities AI can offers in within the healthcare sector.

Dipesh is a  passionate technology evangelist who  loves  working  at  the  intersection  of  business  challenge,  customer  impact and technology, specifically how it can help create solutions which help organisations transform.  Currently, he works as an  Emerging Product Lead at Datacom.

With over 25 years in the IT industry, Farhan is a seasoned Business Program Manager and Learning & Development Technical Trainer at Microsoft. He blends deep technical expertise with a passion for growth. His background spans technical consulting, program management, and strategic development, with successful projects across sectors like NHS and Auckland Council.

Holding multiple industry certifications, he's committed to staying ahead of tech trends, empowering through collaborative program development. Renowned for organizational agility and translating complexities into strategic plans, Farhan inspires a culture of learning.

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George is a seasoned Administrator, Solutions Architect, and DevOps professional with a passion for problem-solving and teamwork. He thrives in Linux and Windows environments, excels in Azure and OpenAI technologies, and enjoys expanding his expertise in processes, networking, cloud, and Linux. Beyond technical skills, George is interested in optimizing how people use networks and systems daily, aiming to bring his supportive team experiences to new environments.

Geri Harris is a senior lecturer at AUT Business School, integrating tech concepts into engaging discussions. A technology futurist, she seeks solutions to real-world problems across disciplines. With a PhD in Information Systems from UNSW Sydney, she has lectured for years and has 13+ years of consulting experience. Her philosophy inspires collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation, challenging the status quo. Geri's expertise in business, social, environmental, and ethical aspects of tech innovation helps hackathon participants explore the potential of emerging digital technologies in transforming business operations.

I am a dedicated software engineer passionate about creating innovative solutions using cutting-edge technologies. I hold a degree in software engineering from Manukau Institute of Technology and have accumulated diverse experience in the industry.Currently, I work at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare as a software engineer, and previously, I have worked with Harvey Norman as a full stack developer. My expertise includes developing software, websites, and mobile apps, with a deep understanding of various programming languages and frameworks such as React, JS TypeScript, .NET Core, SQL, OOP, design patterns, Auth0, and Azure DevOps.

Combine finance, data and technology, I have experience in system implementation and process automation using AI and different data language. As a Business Analyst at F&P Healthcare, I analyse and develop data metrics, evaluate and optimize processes to enable business profitability. I’m working to improve the efficiency of the company process in managing and reporting big and complex data environment.

Jeff is a digital marketing specialist with expertise in content management systems and web content. He utilizes AI for creative problem-solving to enhance everyday tasks and optimize digital marketing strategies.

Joseph is a scientist at heart with a strong acumen for experimentation, quantitative analytics, and structured problem-solving. With over 20 years of experience in strategic direction, people leadership, and financial performance across strategy, sales, operation planning, digital transformation, and marketing, he excels in translating complex data into actionable business insights. Currently leading Datacom's AIOps and AI initiatives, he is at the forefront of applying generative AI to enhance IT operations and service delivery. His career is defined by his ability to lead complex initiatives from ideation to adoption, navigating and overcoming the intricacies of complex organizations.

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Kim is an entrepreneur and product leader committed to creating ethical and impactful businesses. As a co-founder of BoardPro and other startups, including a faith-based humanitarian initiative, Kim brings experience establishing ownership structures, forming resilient founding teams, and the challenges founders face with bootstrapping and/or raising capital. Holding an MBA from the University of Auckland, Kim is driven by the transformative potential of business to positively impact communities and stakeholders.

Midu has been working within the strategy, product, technology, marketing, and digital industries across Australia and New Zealand for over 25 years. His roles have focused on building high-growth and sustainable businesses, bringing a good balance of startup and corporate experience.

Monika's professional journey spans two continents: Europe and New Zealand. From piloting professional drones, she is now exploring the challenges present within the manufacturing industry. Drawing from her migrant experience, she underscores the significance of continuous self-development to succeed in diverse environments. With a keen interest in technology and AI, Monika is captivated by the relationship between humans and machines. Beyond her work, she's committed to helping others and champions the empowerment of communities through knowledge. She believes education is the key to brighter futures and is an advocate for more women taking the lead in digital transformation. Personally, she is also into fitness and motorbikes.

As a Category Marketing Manager at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Tara Davidson's fields of expertise include UX Design, Technology Implementation, Marketing Technology, Training, and Strategy. She leverages technological advancements to drive growth and enhance user experiences.

Troy is an experienced business person and sharp observer, skilled at exploring different cultures and spotting cool trends. Great at breaking down complex ideas and spotting opportunities, knows how to turn experiences and observations into useful insights for projects and businesses, makes learning about business interesting and accessible.

Upeka is currently a second-year PhD student at AUT, specializing in computer and information sciences with a focus on health informatics. Her research centers on speech analysis. Previously, she worked as a telecommunications engineer before transitioning to a career as a data scientist. Upeka also has some experience in academia. Her passion lies in applying her diverse background and skills to solve problems using AI technologies.

Zeeshan Bhatti, a two-time entrepreneur and innovator with over 15 years in startups, SaaS, and AI-driven platforms, holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from The University of Auckland. His strong academic background and practical expertise provide a significant advantage in deep-tech and early-stage startups. Specializing in SaaS and product-led growth, Zeeshan has hands-on skills in full-stack development, data science, data engineering, and AI/ML. His innovative strategies have driven growth and efficiency in various projects. In his spare time, Zeeshan enjoys exploring new technologies, reading about AI advancements, listening to podcasts, bird keeping, and gardening.