Cutting Through the BS: Taking Action on AI

Cutting Through the BS: Taking Action on AI

2025 is the year to take action on AI

By Business Canterbury

Date and time

Thursday, March 13, 2025 · 9:30 - 11:30am NZDT

Location

Business Canterbury

57 Kilmore Street Christchurch, Canterbury 8013 New Zealand

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Join us for a session with thought leader Serge van Dam, who is set to challenge businesses to confront the role AI will play in 2025.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • An overview of the pressures driving the AI agenda
  • Why business must take action now
  • The consequences of doing little or nothing
  • The opportunities available for getting it right
  • Case studies from various segments of the economy
  • Practical things you can do today to get started

Followed by morning tea, networking and a chance to apply what you have learned.


SPEAKER:

Serge van Dam is an active Investor / Director of going-global Kiwi software / SaaS companies, including: Re-Leased, Tapi, Raygun and Cogo.

Originally an Organisational Psychologist, Serge spent a decade as an acknowledged thought leader in fintech, having been part of the leadership team at M-Com - the world’s leading mobile banking and payments platform - which was acquired by Fortune 500 company Fiserv in 2011.

Serge is an Operating Partner at New Zealand’s most successful venture capital firm - Movac - and is an advisor to various New Zealand Government agencies. He was also named New Zealand’s Angel Investor of the Year in 2020.

Serge is two years into his AI journey, and has been a prominent coach, advisor, investor and evangelist on the topic.


COST:

Connect|Thrive | Invest Member - $45 + GST

Lite | Non-Member - $65 + GST

Includes morning tea and refreshments


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EVENT MANAGER:

Holly Andrews hollya@cecc.org.nz


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Frequently asked questions

What is your refund policy?

We are happy to provide a refund if you notify us 7 working days prior to the event. Please refer to our full cancellation policy for more information.

What if I have dietary requirements?

You can let us know if you have any dietary requirements when you select your tickets.

What if I can’t attend - can a colleague attend in my place?

We are happy for you to transfer your ticket to someone from the same organisation at no extra cost. Please ensure you do this at least 1 working day prior to the event.

What if I have questions about this event?

Please email registrations@cecc.org.nz or phone (03) 366 5096 to chat to someone from the events team.

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