WAIPĀ TECH
Meetup Team
About Waipā Tech Meetup
The power of connections came to the fore when Kate, Joy and Grant got to together to discuss how we could better connect the growing Waipā Tech Community. The outcome was a plan to run a series of tech meetups that create a place for those in tech to gather and learn from experts connected to the district and from each other.
Kate Wightman
"I’m a Business Growth Advisor at Soda Inc., where I lead startup programmes and support entrepreneurs across the region.
Soda is passionate about fostering innovation and community, so being involved with Waipā Tech Meetups was a no-brainer. It’s a great way to help local tech businesses connect, learn, and grow."
Joy Mickleson
"My passion is about driving opportunities that build capacity and capability for small businesses, the powerhouse of our economy.
As Economic Development Advisor at Waipā District Council, this initiative is a tangible way to support the rapidly expanding tech sector in our community."
Grant Johnson
"I'm aiming to strengthen the tech community in Waipā by helping create connections and knowledge sharing.
As the CEO at Rocketspark I love how we can we can be the spark to people's rockets as they explore new opportunities."
Be sure to register for our inaugural event
Our mission
Supporting the tech community through local events.
Community spirit
Building a network where tech people learn and grow together.
Local impact
Strengthening Waipā as a place of tech innovation.