Journey in Data - Speaker Panel

We are excited to welcome our first speaker panel to share their experience in the data world! Come join us for an evening of shared learnings and kōrero of what's it like to be a wahine in data :)

We thank Younity for sponsoring the event, and EPIC for providing the eent space.

Suzanne O’Connor

With over 30 years of experience in IT and Business Intelligence across New Zealand and South Africa, Suzanne O'Connor has worked in a wide range of industries and roles -  from consultant and contractor to full-time employee. Throughout her career, she has navigated the challenges of balancing full-time work with raising children, taking time away to focus on family, and later reintegrating into the workforce, often in new roles and new countries. Her adaptability and resilience have been key to her ongoing growth and success in a constantly evolving industry.

Suzanne is a Senior Developer in the BI & Data team at ANZCO Foods, where she is responsible for developing and maintaining the organisation’s data warehouse and driving the transition to a modern data platform.

Stacy Pritchard

Stacy has over 30 years of experience in Information Technology. Much of those years were spent in software development companies in the US. Her experience includes system administration, information security, program management and marketing automation, before landing on data. Stacy has worked on delivery of a customer master data management solution as well as multiple Snowflake data platform implementations for support of reporting, analytics, data science, and AI. Stacy is currently the Head of Data and Development at Alliance Group.

Jackie Roodt

Jackie is the Data and Insights Team Leader at Enable Fibre Networks, where she leads a dynamic team dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. With a strong focus on evidence-based approaches, Jackie works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analytics solutions. She’s passionate about empowering others through data and plays a key role in driving Enable’s data strategy forward. Jackie overseas the management and development of their enterprise data warehouse, ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and value of our data assets across the organisation.

Bronwyn Wadsworth

Bronwyn is an experienced Data Strategy and Analytics specialist with over 25 years’ experience helping organisations turn data into strategic, actionable insight. Microsoft-certified and technically fluent in SQL, Power BI, and data architecture, she combines deep technical capability with strong business acumen and governance expertise.

Currently the Senior Data Strategist and BI Specialist at Fern Energy, Bronwyn leads enterprise-wide initiatives in data strategy, governance, and digital innovation. She has a proven record of designing scalable data platforms, embedding data quality and compliance practices, and mentoring teams to build data literacy and confidence.

Bronwyn is also active in governance, serving as a director for iwi-owned aquaculture companies in the Top of the South, where she ensures Māori values are represented in sustainable resource management. Passionate about making data accessible, ethical, and impactful, she brings both strategic vision and hands-on expertise to every conversation about the future of data.

Event Sponsor:            

Younity New Zealand - Thanks to Rachael Tobeck, and the team at Younity, a locally owned IT recruitment company specialising in technology, digital & business transformation across New Zealand. With 3 offices in Auckland, Wellington and now Christchurch, the team at Younity partner with our clients to deliver results that matter.

Venue Sponsor:

EPIC – Thanks to Henry Cadillac and the team at EPIC for the use of your events space. EPIC Innovation is a dynamic hub where entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators converge to build, connect, and scale.