Host Cathy O’Sullivan, Editor-in-Chief APAC - CIO & CSO brands, sits down with IT leaders throughout New Zealand for in-depth interviews focused on leadership, innovation and business strategy.
Kari Jones, Executive Director Transformation & Operations, FMA
FMA’s Executive Director - Transformation & Operations Kari Jones on technology in the regulatory landscape, moving from a specialist data role to a broader leadership role, the lessons she’s learned from her international sporting career, and the honest feedback that changed her approach to leading teams. Key insights: Career Evolution: From computer science to technology consulting at PWC, leadership roles at Air New Zealand, NZ Post, and Woolworths before joining the FMALeadership Philosophy: The importance of collaboration over competition and serving the organisational strategyDigital Transformation: Making regulatory processes easier through data intelligence and digital enablementFinancial Regulation Approach: Acting as a "referee" focused on customer fairness and transparency while enabling innovationProfessional Growth: Learning from feedback and evolving leadership style from results-focused to people-focusedTechnology & Innovation: Balancing regulatory oversight with embracing emerging technologies like AI and cryptocurrencyRegulatory Sandbox: Testing innovative financial products with regulatory guidance in real-time
5 May 2025
Jonathan Southee, Chief Information & Technology Officer, NZ Rugby
Jonathan Southee, Chief Information and Technology Officer at New Zealand Rugby, unpacks how his team is using technology to deliver world-class experiences for players and fans alike.
From transforming the match day experience to scaling global e-commerce operations, Jono shares how NZR is evolving from a traditional sports organisation into a tech-enabled, fan-focused enterprise.
13 Apr 2025
Alex Smart, Chief Technology Officer, Southern Cross Travel Insurance
Southern Cross Travel Insurance CTO Alex Smart on driving a complete transformation of SCTI's core insurance platform, how a great team culture and healthy conflict leads to success, and why diversity matters more than ever in technology.
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