Andrew Patterson

As a passionate businessman and correspondent, Andrew Patterson has travelled the world, interviewing business leaders, authors and other high-profile guests. He is an experienced speaker and MC who is an ideal presenter for a variety for events.

Andrew’s career has seen him work in media roles in New Zealand for the National Business Review and Mediaworks, as well as for ABC in Australia.

As a voracious reader and close observer of both business and technology trends, Andrew is always up to date with relevant information, providing thought provoking presentations that engage with audiences. He has a keen interest in disruptive innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, future trends, youth engagement, education and the future of work.

His education includes a Master’s degree in Business Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship as well as a Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Business Strategy and Economic History.

Andrew's speaking topics include:

• Business strategy
• Business trends
• Entrepreneurship
• Financial markets
• Marketing and communications strategies
• New Zealand economy
• Staff Engagement
• Technology