Canterbury Tech Summit 2020

NOTE: DATE CHANGE TO 17 NOVEMBER 2020

The annual Canterbury Tech Summit is on again in 2020, although it has been adapted to align with the new norms in conferencing.  Our over-arching theme carries even more weight as we look to Inspire, Connect and Grow together, however, the look and feel of the Summit has enjoyed a makeover to enable us to meet the needs of our valued Tech community. 

Being held more centrally, at Rydges Latimer Square, this year’s Summit has been split into two half-day sessions, inviting you to:

• Innovate and Transform during the morning session (8.30am - 1.30pm), and to hear about;
• The Next Wave of Applied Technology at the afternoon session (1.30pm - 6.30pm)

In the morning, high quality speakers (both home-grown and international) will join us to share their experiences and ideas on innovation, digital transformation and business agility, with a particular focus on assisting companies to navigate their path through the new post-COVID reality.

Presentations for the afternoon session will be of a more technical nature, focusing on new technologies and related innovations that are poised to have a positive impact both on our sector and associated industries. 

Visit the Summit website for information on speakers and sponsors

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General

Where is the Summit located?

Rydges Latimer Square, 30 Latimer Square, Christchurch 8140.

Parking

Parking – there is plenty of free parking available at Rydges or in the streets surrounding the hotel.

Taxis – are welcome to drop you off at the hotel.

Is there food and drinks at the conference?

Included in the morning session is a light lunch, please note there is no lunch included in the afternoon session (instead limited networking drinks will be available)

Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options will be catered for (on request).

Water stations are provided throughout the venue.

Is there somewhere to store my belongings?

A coat stand will be provided close to the reception desk. All valuables must be kept with you.

Will there be wifi?

Wifi will be available throughout the venue for the entirety of the conference.

Is there an events schedule available?

The event schedule will be published on our event App (details TBC) and our website.

Tickets

Member Tickets - Member tickets are for individual, student or company Canterbury Tech members only. (Your membership fees must be up to date)

• Morning Session $90 (plus GST)
• Afternoon Session $90 (plus GST)
• Full Day Ticket $160 (plus GST)
• Online ONLY included in Canterbury Tech Membership (no charge)

Non member Tickets

• Online $25 (plus GST)
• Morning Session $110 (plus GST)
• Afternoon Session $110 (plus GST)
• Full Day Ticket $200 (plus GST)

Student tickets

• There are NO discounted student tickets available

I have registered for my ticket, how do I get my pass?

To get your entrance pass please present your ticket at the registration desk (printed or displayed on your phone). Registration will open at 8.00 on 24 September.

What happens if you sell out?

Only 300 in person tickets are available. Once the in person tickets are sold out a waitlist will be created.  There are unlimited online tickets available.

Are there tickets at the door?

Tickets are not available at the door.

Are there discounted tickets for students?

No.  There are no discounted tickets available this year.

Can I change the name on my ticket?

Absolutely. You can click on the ticket URL and change the name to another Canterbury Tech Member right up to 48 hours before the event. After that, name change is not possible. Contact us if you have any problems.

Can I transfer my ticket to another person during the conference?

No, each ticket is valid to be used by one person only for the duration of the conference.

I can’t attend the Summit anymore. Can I get a refund?

You can get a ticket refund until 15 days prior to the event. After this date you are welcome to reassign your ticket name up to 48 hours prior to the event, and have someone else go in your place. Simply click on ticket URL link and change the name.  Please note they must be a Canterbury Tech member.