Future of FinTech Leadership

Creating disruptive, innovative solutions through technology and data to solve customer problems and deliver game-changing value is the driving force behind Carmen’s success. She has founded two companies that do just that – Valocity Global which streamlines the mortgage lending and valuation process; and Data Insight which helps businesses leverage the power of data through the end to end data journey.

Renata is passionate about using his knowledge and experience to support initiatives that build capability and capacity within Māori, but first and foremost, those that support whānau transformation by developing Māori leaders. HTK Group specialises in working with Māori and indigenous groups to meet the growing demand for a consultancy organisation that understands the needs of Māori and indigenous organisations across the spectrum, from those building start-ups, developing existing businesses and programmes or seeking investment opportunities. Renata’s interest are in STEM workforce development and employment, economic development (through human capital), the future of work and impact innovation. Renata also has interest in a number of companies and on holds Governance roles in a number of organisations.

Rod is a professional director and strategic advisor on business innovation, growth, transformation and change. He has extensive experience in corporate strategy, business and product innovation, digital growth, transformation and disruption in the New Zealand communications and media sector.

Sinead Lynch has significant experience in large scale, innovative sourcing transactions, managed services initiatives, telecommunications procurement and other strategic and complex tech, telecommunications and commercial projects for customers and suppliers in both the public and private sector. She has particular experience advising in regulated industry sectors, including telecommunications, energy and utilities.