What we’re about
Tech Waka Leadership Collective is a dynamic community for New Zealand’s top technology executives, such as CTOs, CIOs Heads of Engineering and Technology, and Engineering Managers.
Distinguished by its hands-on approach, this meetup features interactive workshops and in-depth discussions, all focused on real-world applications and problem-solving in the NZ tech sector.
Participants engage actively in sessions designed to foster practical skills, share emerging tech trends, and collaboratively develop effective strategies.
The Collective's mission is to empower New Zealand's tech leaders through experiential learning and cooperative innovation, ultimately strengthening the nation's technological capabilities and industry standing.
This meetup complements the Tech Waka Podcast.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Tech Waka Architecture Kata #1Ask Nicely Office - B:HIVE, Smales Farm , Auckland
Join us for an engaging and hands-on Architecture Kata session designed for technology leaders and software architects, who want to elevate their solution design and systems thinking skills.
The Architectural Katas were born out of a simple desire: software architects need a chance to practice being software architects, just as programmers need a chance to practice being programmers.
In this 90-minute collaborative challenge, you’ll work in small groups to tackle a fictional—but realistic—architecture problem. Together, you’ll explore trade-offs, discuss different approaches, and design a solution under time pressure—just like in real life. The session is facilitated, fast-paced, and focused on practical learning.
Why join?
- Learn from and with other senior technologists
- Improve your decision-making and architectural thinking
- Practice articulating and defending your design choices
- Get fresh perspectives you can apply to real work
- Build connections with other NZ tech leaders
This kata activity will stretch your skills and spark fresh ideas.
If you want to learn more about architecture katas, you can find more info HERE.This event is sponsored and hosted by Ask Nicely.
