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Connection by connection, we can grow together
Kia ora,
When the white smoke starts billowing from NZTech’s chimney, it signifies that a new Executive Director has been elected by the EdTechNZ Executive Council.
One month into the role and it’s been quite the adventure so far. No robes, no fancy hat. The primary role of an EdTechNZ Executive Director is to sustainably add member value. I aim to achieve this with the impatient intensity of a child on Christmas morning, and the 50 year mindset of a kauri tree doing what a kauri tree does.
Connection by connection, we can grow together. We can make education the most connected industry.
If we haven’t connected, let’s have a chat. I’d love to learn your story and your challenges. I’ll almost never have the solution myself, but there’s a good chance I’ll know someone who does.
My email is dean.watson@edtechnz.org.nz
Hope you’re having a fantastic day in the wonderful world of EdTech.
Ngā manaakitanga,
Dean Watson
Executive Director
EdTechNZ
The Aotearoa EdTech Data Privacy Pledge Has Launched!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the launch of the Aotearoa EdTech Data Privacy Pledge last week — a new framework developed by EdTechNZ, the NZ EdTech community, in consultation with the Ministry of Education to support EdTech companies working in K–13 education. The pledge helps you strengthen internal privacy practices, prepare for ST4S, and build trust with schools and customers.
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🎥 Missed the webinar?
- EdTechNZ members will receive a separate email with access to the full recording.
- Non-members can watch now for $25 (email us at info@edtechnz.org.nz to purchase), or view it free on our website in one month.
👋 New Members
A warm welcome to our new members, StudyLand, Canterbury Insitute of Management, KYLE Care Club, Skill5, BIOZONE International,SupaHuman AI, Atlis Consulting NZ Ltd, and Creative HQ. We’re excited to feature and engage them in our ecosystem.
And welcome back to the organisations who have renewed their membership: Coactive Education, Neurofrog, JackBord, Ministry of Education, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, HGM Legal, MFAT, and NZTE.
📅 Upcoming Events
- 11 September | EdTech Community Connect Event (FREE) – Join us in-person for networking, insights and connections that matter in the EdTech space. Register here.
- 13 September | EdTech Founders Day ($30 Members, $60 Non-Members) – Join us in Auckland for a dynamic day of insights, strategy, and networking for EdTech founders and innovators. Connect with industry leaders, gain practical tools to grow your business, and help shape the future of education. Learn more and register here.
- 20 October | EdTechNZ Annual Meeting (Members Only) – Join us for our Annual Meeting being held at 12pm via Zoom. Register here.
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