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Join us for this webcast to discuss the governance lessons for directors from our panel who recently completed the Spark AI Mini-MBA.
IoD CE Kirsten (KP) Patterson was recently awarded a scholarship from Spark to participate in the Executive AI for Business Mini-MBA course run by US based training provided Section. Over five weeks the AI Mini-MBA helped 150 participants assess AI’s potential and develop an AI strategy for their business. The programme is part of Spark’s programme of initiatives to help accelerate New Zealand businesses one technology generation forward with digital technologies.
Spark and NZIER’s 2024 Report on New Zealand’s productivity challenges and opportunities has identified that artificial intelligence can enable productivity gains far beyond labour productivity alone. Among New Zealand businesses, the link between business strategy and the role of technology to improve productivity shows potential to be far stronger, particularly with the rapid development of generative AI. Global studies estimate the use of generative AI, when combined with other technologies, could raise productivity by up to 3.3% annually. NZIER’s survey of New Zealand businesses highlights that when it comes to digital technology, generative AI is the biggest knowledge gap identified by business leaders, with 44% agreeing they lack enough information on this.
Join us for a webcast with three of the IoD members who participated on the AI Mini-MBA who will share their learnings, their reflections and their insights into the transformative power of AI and its implications for directors in New Zealand.
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David has had a successful career in the private and public sector, with senior roles at organisations such as Microsoft, and New Zealand Trade & Enterprise. David is a published author on New Zealand Innovation, with two highly successful books – No.8 Re-wired, and No.8 Recharged.
He’s an ex-comedian, TV and Radio actor, semi-finalist for New Zealander of the Year, and a genetically modified organism who documented his battle with cancer in his book A Mild Touch of the Cancer.
David co-founded sosbusiness.nz a not-for-profit initiative to help cafes and other small businesses during covid-19. It quickly became a huge hit and to date has sold over $2 million in vouchers for over 2500 small businesses.
David released a new book, Silver Linings in March 2021, and continues to act as a consultant for government and industry, as well as a director on a number of boards, including as chairman of The Icehouse, the Hi-Tech Trust and the Well Foundation.
David is now CEO of The New Zealand Story, an ambitious organisation marketing New Zealand to the world.
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Anna has spearheaded digital transformations that reshaped employee and customer interactions at iconic Kiwi brands. She constantly seeks out cutting-edge strategies and best practices to drive growth and innovation across sectors.
An experienced C-suite leader, advisor, board member and entrepreneur Anna brings a unique perspective to harmonising digital disruption with organisational needs. Currently as Chair of the Advisory board for The Breakthrough Company, St Marys Primary school, and Chief Support Services Officer at Whakarongorau Aotearoa Anna’s interest lies in how emerging technologies will impact society and workplaces.
Passionate about the future of New Zealand, Anna advocates that all businesses should play a critical role in driving positive social change. With a particular focus on reducing domestic violence, she was the first female White Ribbon Ambassador and inaugural NZ recipient of LinkedIn's Asia Pacific Conscious Leadership award.
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Kirsten (KP) Patterson is the chief executive of the Institute of Directors. She is a qualified lawyer and a Distinguished Fellow of the Human Resources Institute of New Zealand. Her governance roles include:
With extensive governance and leadership experience, she is actively involved in community initiatives.
A strong advocate of diversity, KP was a founding member of Global Women’s ‘Champions for Change’, a group of senior executives and directors who commit to diversity in the workplace, and a founding member of WiSPA, an organisation promoting women in sport, and mentors a number of business leaders. KP was also previously Director of the NZ Rugby Foundation.
Kristyn Chandler-Yates
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Kristyn.Chandler-Yates@iod.org.nz
