Evening:
3:30pm-4.00pm: Networking
4.00pm: Panel discussion event begins
5:15pm: Scott Technology Tour and Networking

Hear directly from Vangelis Vitalis, Deputy Secretary, Trade and Economic at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as he discusses how the world trading system is more turbulent, uncertain and challenging, but New Zealand is well placed to navigate this new world trade disorder.

Mark Seaton will share Scott’s business’s journey — including overseas expansion, key wins, and lessons learned along the way.

Panel Discussion
A facilitated conversation where local business leaders exchange ideas and insights across topics such as overseas business models, growth strategies, and navigating new markets.

• Vangelis Vitalis: Deputy Secretary Trade and Economic
• Mark Seaton: Innovation Manager at Scott Technology
• Murat Ungor: Senior Lecturer, Department of Economics at University of Otago 
• Alex Black: Chief Executive Officer at ADInstruments

Connection & Opportunity-This event is for everyone!
Network with local business leaders and explore opportunities for future collaboration and partnership.

Tour of Scott Technology
This session is designed to be conversational, and practical — a chance to learn from peers, ask real questions, and leave with new connections and fresh perspective.
 
Vangelis Vitalis: New Zealand's Chief Negotiator for the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement and has led or helped conclude several major trade agreements, including those with the European Union, CPTPP, ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand, China, and Malaysia.

Scott Technology: Offering automation and robotic solutions that enhance industries, making businesses safer and efficient.

ADInstruments: creates easy-to-use, high-quality, powerful data acquisition software and equipment for life science researchers and educators around the world.

University of Otago:  University of Otago is ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions in the world. Otago has a range of services to support your move to university. World-Class Facilities. Academic Excellence.