Calling all tech lovers, curious minds, job seekers, and future mentors – let’s gather in the heart of Wānaka for an evening of networking and meaningful conversation.

Attendees will hear from local speakers who are helping shape the future of technology in the Wanaka region:

• Wayne Hudson, Legal Consultant at WHIPIT Ltd, who brings over 30 years of experience advising tech start-ups on commercialising IP, raising capital, and structuring for growth.
• Blake Paiement, founder and CEO of Taste Wine Guides. A tech-driven tourism startup reshaping how people explore wine regions around the world. Based in Wanaka, New Zealand, the company offers immersive, GPS-guided audio wine tours that combine geofenced storytelling, sommelier insight, and regional history—allowing users to discover vineyards at their own pace, by car or e-bike. 

More speakers to be announced.

Whether you’re excited about the AI era, on the lookout for your next opportunity, or simply keen to connect with like-minded locals, this is your chance to come together over a beverage and some quality chats.

Meet new faces, sparking fresh ideas, bring your insights and your questions.

Register here.