“This is an evening that is really about celebrating the unique innovation New Zealand brings to the world.” If you know me, you know New Zealand is my favorite place on Earth. Their unique innovation ecosystem lends itself to some of the coolest products and strongest communities I’ve ever seen. Read more…
I was honored to be asked to judge the Young Achievers Award for Auckland Hi-Tech week this year. I joined a lineup of stellar other international judges for the event, and got to meet some incredible kiwi entrepreneurs as a result. In addition to judging the event, I also gave Read more…
On May 13th, Jeremiah Owyang fearlessly moderated Hyperloop co-founder Shervin Pishevar, Uber Developer Experience Lead Chris Messina, Director of StartupBus Europ Keit Kollo and myself in a panel discussing the future of transportation. Held at Uber’s illusive HQ, the event drew in 150+ futurists. The discussion ranged from hooking up Read more…
Air New Zealand recently started a new series called “Inspiring Voices” that asks thought leaders around the globe “what is world class?” Alongside Tam Tam McQueen and Ned Dyer, I took the #AirNZVoices stage in Christchurch and Wellington. The videos from those two special nights will be in-flight entertainment onboard Read more…
Gasparilla Interactive 2016 was bursting at the seams with content. Event organizer Vinny Tafuro did an incredible job recruiting global talent for the stage. I was lucky enough to help co-host the event, and take part in these four fantastic panels and presentations: The Art of the Side Hustle Read more…
The future of transportation is now and the dialogue surrounding the space is hot! “Beyond the Horseless Carriage,” is a panel of Tampa Bay personal mobility experts moderated by yours truly. See how transportation technology in South Florida compares with your area: Please enjoy these other exciting panels and presentations Read more…
My time in Austin this year was way too short (15 hours!!) but oh so sweet. It was an honor to speak for the third year in a row, acting as moderator of a fantastic panel on Sports and the Sharing Economy. The panelists were brilliant and the crowd was Read more…
This week, Air New Zealand in collaboration with the Kiwi Landing Pad launched a new inspiring voices series to celebrate entrepreneurship and innovation in New Zealand. Jeremiah Owyang, Aric Lapera and I contributed our thoughts on the future of transportation, community and the sharing economy. Check out their website to Read more…
I am elated to be returning to New Zealand for the second Kiwi Landing Pad Sales and Marketing Jam in April. I would love to see all of my favorite Kiwis there! Our trip back in October was one I’ll never forget. To learn more and RSVP for these events, Read more…
This afternoon in Texas, Savannah Peterson will debate a sensitive topic at the South by Southwest global film, music and technology conference. Why the technology industry sorely lacks women. Continue Reading… and watch the video: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0zy806Sqww]