The State of Kiwi Tech in 2026 - Chair of the NZ High Tech Trust Marian Johnson
About this episode
Marian Johnson discusses the evolving state of Kiwi tech in 2026 and the sectors leading the charge.
New Zealand's tech ecosystem is evolving faster than ever, and in this episode we sit down with one of the people at the very heart of it. Marian Johnson, Chair of the NZ High Tech Trust, gives her take on the state of Kiwi tech in 2026. From the sectors leading the charge including aerospace, clean tech, biotech and AI, to why New Zealand's unique "go global from day one" mindset sets us apart on the world stage, Marian brings a perspective that is both globally informed and deeply rooted in...
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Guest: Marian Johnson
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Organizations: NZ High Tech Trust
Products: aerospace, clean tech, biotech, AI
Places: New Zealand, Kiwi
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