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The Icehouse CEO, Andy Hamilton - How to nurture your inner mongrel
If you want to be an entrepreneurial success you need to get in touch with your inner mongrel, says Hamilton. But he – or she – will need to be subjected to strict discipline. Johanna Bennett talks to Icehouse CEO Andy Hamilton about what makes for start-up and SME success… Tell me more

Rugby New Zealand 2011 CEO Martin Snedden: The Ultimate Test
In a matter of months, the first teams in the RWC 2011 will run onto Eden Park. Martin Snedden, CEO for Tournament Organiser Rugby New Zealand 2011 says the event is “sunk” if they don’t get the IT right but he has to trust the experts with that. He’s ensuring the global event will be a success... Tell me more

Ten tips for winning online: Luke Howard-Willis, Torpedo 7
A Hamilton mountain bike rider turned his sporting interest into a multi-million online venture, not just in New Zealand, but in Australia which now accounts for at least 50% of the income. Buoyed by his proven flair for success, he has expanded into other online ventures... Tell me more

University Challenged: Steve Maharey
Massey University's Facebook page isn't set up to allow 'friends', but according to Vice Chancellor Steve Maharey, creating partnerships is actually going to be the big secret for University success for the foreseeable future. David McNickel investigates... Tell me more

Unmasking Z: CEO Michael Bennetts
Transitioning Shell New Zealand from global outpost to fresh local upstart has presented CEO Michael Bennetts with some major marketing conundrums, and some tough technology challenges along the way. He enlisted the help of 17,000 kiwis to help... Tell me more

DRIVEN: How technology took the V8 Supercars from local sport to international spectacle
The V8 Supercars. The name calls to mind revving engines, the classic Holden vs Ford battle, and of course, petrol heads. But putting aside the raw edge of snapped conrods and blown head gaskets in front of baying Mt Panorama fans for a moment, it becomes apparent that the modern day V8 Supercars race is, in fact, a tech enthusiast’s dream.

With high-performance automotive tuning equipment and sophisticated multimedia, the cutting-edge tech required for modern-day V8 racing means that you’re just as likely to find a team of computer engineers in the pit as you are to find grease-monkeys... Tell me more