Our cloud-based future
Cloud computing has been a game changer for business over the last decade, providing new solutions for basic storage, networking and processing power that are scalable and cost effective while also introducing a range of applications to allow businesses to run more efficiently.
As more businesses, large and small, turn to cloud- based apps for day-to-day operations, the possibilities for online tools to help businesses to be more innovative seems endless.
As part of the My Digital Workshop series, we ask technology sector leaders about the future role the Cloud can play in creating a more productive New Zealand economy and what we need to do to fully embrace the potential of cloud-based applications to help businesses succeed.
The speakers
David Bell
Director of Business Growth, Xero
David believes in the power of people and technology to grow the economy. He joined Xero in 2019, and is excited to continue his passion for helping small businesses thrive. David has an extensive background in financial markets working at the Bank of Scotland, National Australia Bank and Commonwealth Bank.
During his eight year tenure at ASB Bank, David held roles in global transaction banking, strategy, product and business ventures. He founded Plus by ASB, now re-launched as Vonto, an innovative platform for New Zealand small business owners to help make better business decisions based on data-driven insights. In 2016, David was awarded a fellowship at the Institute of Finance Professionals (INFINZ).
Theresa Corbalis
Enterprise Account Executive, Google
Theresa is a digital technology sales leader, dedicated to the execution and growth of innovation for Cloud, AI Insights and ICT businesses. With over 20 years’ experience delivering success for her customers, Theresa is currently the lead for Google Cloud in NZ, focusing on FSI, Energy, Telco and Media. She works with Enterprise customers to innovate their businesses utilizing Google Cloud solutions for Analytics, insights into customer sentiment, and to improve digital business processes.
Theresa is a veteran of the tech industry having held senior roles with various Silicon Valley companies prior to her time at Google. Theresa has been a Board Member of TUANZ (Tech Users Association of NZ) since 2018, and is the NZ Ambassador for Technovation, a global tech entrepreneurship program for girls developing key digital and coding skills as well as leadership confidence to solve community problems.
Michael Steckler
CEO, Tradify
With 17+ year’s executive-level experience in the tech industry operating globally with executive positions in the UK, US and New Zealand, Michael is currently the CEO of Tradify, a job management application used by tens of thousands of trade businesses globally to simplify their job quoting, scheduling, management and invoicing.
Michael is passionate about investing in product development and is ambitious in his growth goals for the app, with an aim to bring new and existing Tradify capabilities to an increased number of trade businesses in Australia, New Zealand, the UK and beyond.
