Reflections from QS India Summit: Industry-Academic Partnerships for Global Innovation
Attending the QS India Summit 2025 in Goa was a deeply meaningful experience for me, both professionally and personally. As someone who started my journey as an international student in New Zealand and later transitioned into an entrepreneur and technology leader, this event reinforced my belief in the power of people-to-people connections and industry-academic collaborations […]
The Hackathon Mindset: A Personal Journey in Chch Innovation Ecosystem
A decade ago, when I first stepped into the Christchurch tech ecosystem, stepping into the local startup environment felt both exciting and daunting. I was new to the scene, navigating my way through a world of possibilities and uncertainties. Then came my first hackathon—and I was hooked. At these hackathons, surrounded by creative minds and […]
Reflecting on Mahuki’s Influence: JIX Reality’s Evolution in Cultural Tech
As I reflect on our journey since participating in the Mahuki program, I am filled with gratitude for how far JIX has come in the cultural technology sector. While it’s tough to quantify our exact impact, I’m quietly proud to share that JIX has generated revenue that exceeds the initial investment we received from Mahuki. […]
AR experience for delegates at ulearnl6
Teachers attending ulearnl6 last month were greeted by a fun Augmented Reality (AR) experience playing out on a television wall, We decided to create the Augmented Reality interactive exhibit at uLearn to spread awareness and signal that this technology is ready to be used in the New Zealand education sector now, and that it does […]
