The Influencers: Dr Lina Li

Women on boards Businesses with women on their boards do better when it comes to enhancing the effect of strong corporate social responsibility on financial performance, according to recently published research. The research utilised data from 1507 US firms over a 10-year period and found that the effect of good corporate social responsibility […]

The Influencers: Jason Roberts

Looking ahead New opportunities will open up financial technology (fintech) in New Zealand. More than 26,000 fintech companies operated globally in 2021 and worldwide investment topped $US210 billion. As the fintech sector matures further, and evolves from a disruptive to established technology, there’s good reason to believe that the trends outlined here will […]

The Influencers: Graeme Muller

Crucial for NZ economy Digital adoption across sectors of the New Zealand economy has never been so crucial. In the primary sector digital adoption is highest in business management tools and lowest in areas such as water and effluent management. As environmental pressures increase, these technologies will be essential for helping farmers manage […]

The Influencers: Alison Adams

Cruising along Cruise season is upon us, and the tide is turning as we welcome a steady flow of visitors to our city. On 27 October, the Celebrity Eclipse docked at the new Lyttelton terminal, marking the beginning of the cruise season and the first passenger vessel on Canterbury shores for over two […]

Unlocking the Kiwi dream: VVV Real Estate

A new real estate firm has just been launched in Christchurch. Looking at real estate with a fresh perspective is the driving force behind the new people-led company, VVV Real Estate. “We want to open the door for people to own their dream home,” explains VVV Real Estate’s founder Stephanie Robertson. “Whether it’s […]