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SUMMARY:EdTechNZ's MarketSpark: ASEAN Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Connect with industry experts and leaders from supporting networks to discover proven strategies for entering the rapidly growing South East Asia EdTech market \nSouth East Asia (SEA)\, the region with a population of more than 700 million and median age of 31 (according to Worldometer\, September 2025)\, is New Zealand’s third largest trading partner\, after China\, Australia\, and ahead of the US. \nAccording to IMARC Group\, a consulting firm\, South East Asia EdTech market size was about USD 10.7 Billion in 2024\, and expected to reach USD 41.5 Billion by 2033\, with a growth rate (CAGR) of 14.7% during 2025-2033. \nWhile significant opportunities exist for New Zealand EdTech businesses in SEA\, there are also  challenges and barriers. People-to-people connections and local partnerships have proven to be essential keys to unlocking these highly promising and diverse markets. \nJoin us for a webinar\, where we’ll focus on leveraging existing knowledge and networks to improve the growth journey for EdTechNZ members. You’ll hear from our panellists and have the opportunity to engage with them directly. Our speakers represent established networks and EdTech businesses already operating in the region. \nAll attendees will receive a market entry checklist tailored to session topics. \n\nSpecial offer: If you are currently a non-member and join EdTechNZ within two weeks of this event\, the fee for your first-year membership would be discounted by the value of this webinar ticket. \n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, 20 November 2025\nTime:  5:00PM – 6:15PM\nLocation:  Zoom webinar\nEvent Type:  Webinar\nCost: Free for members. $25 for a single non-member registration\, or $30 for a double non-member registration.\n\n\nModerator Details: \n\nTruman Pham\, Director – Vietnam\, Neurofrog\n\nTruman Pham currently serves as a Learning Designer at The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand\, a leading institution in online\, flexible\, and distance learning. He is also the Director – Vietnam at Neurofrog Ltd\, an organisation that empowers organisations and communities through AI-based\, neuroscience-inspired parenting solutions designed to create life-changing experiences.Truman was the inaugural Chair of the Education Technology Association of New Zealand (EdTechNZ) and has been a member of its Executive Council since 2016.Before relocating to New Zealand\, Truman taught at Vietnam National University and led international research and development initiatives for more than a decade. In New Zealand\, he co-developed and taught blended and hybrid Master’s and postgraduate programmes at The Mind Lab | AcademyEX for nine years\, equipping over 5\,000 educators with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the digital era. Truman also conducted research projects on applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in education.\n \n  \n\n Tim Haynes\, CEO & Co-founder\, Neurofrog\n\n Tim Haynes is the CEO and co-founder of Neurofrog\, on a mission to accelerate the lives of one billion children by using neuroscience and AI to advance early childhood development across Asia. With an MA in Sociology and Systems Thinking from the University of Auckland\, Tim has led digital innovation for 25 years\, collaborating globally with top technology brands and building scalable\, innovative products and solutions. His cross-cultural expertise and “digital for good” vision have positioned Neurofrog as a leader in population-wide innovation during the first 1\,000 days\, making transformative child development accessible to millions of families in the region. Tim also serves as Chair of Growth and is an EdTechNZ member\, driving global impact through strategic leadership.  \n\n  \nPanellist Details: \n\nAntje Fiedler\, Director\, New Zealand Asia Institute (NZAI)\n\nAntje Fiedler (PhD) is a Senior Lecturer specialising in entrepreneurship and international business. She is the Director of the New Zealand Asia Institute (NZAI) at the University of Auckland Business School. She also serves as a Director on the Board of the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ).Her research focuses on how SMEs can productively engage with Asia\, with a strong emphasis on practice relevance. She has received three Excellence Awards for her teaching at the University of Auckland Business School.Antje is Editor of Small Business Economics and Associate Editor of the Journal of Small Business Management. \n  \n\nCraig Kemp\, CEO\, EduSpark\n\nCraig Kemp is a New Zealand born educator based in Singapore and is the Co-Founder & CEO of EduSpark\, a global professional learning platform transforming how educators grow and develop. He also leads Ignite EdTech\, a consultancy supporting schools\, governments\, and EdTech companies across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. With over 18 years of experience in education and digital transformation\, Craig helps organisations scale\, innovate\, and sustain impact through technology-driven solutions. \n  \n\nLiz Bell\, Executive Director\, ASEAN New Zealand Business Council\n\nLiz Bell is a trade policy expert and former negotiator with a robust career dedicated to enhancing New Zealand’s economic engagement in Southeast Asia. Liz has extensive experience in both government and business sectors.As a former trade policy advisor for the New Zealand government\, Liz delivered capacity-building programs across Southeast Asia and the Pacific\, strengthened regional partnerships and facilitated economic growth through her involvement in FTA negotiations. Her expertise extends to domestic regulation\, with a particular focus on the telecommunications sector.For the past decade\, Liz has served as the Executive Director of the ASEAN New Zealand Business Council\, where she has managed advocacy initiatives\, organized high-profile events\, and acted as the Secretariat for the ASEAN Business Alliance Network of Chambers (a business network connecting all NZ Chambers across ASEAN).Liz represents New Zealand on both the ASEAN Business Advisory Council and the RCEP Business Advisory Council. \n  \n\nMr. Sakthi Ranganathan\, Founder & CEO\, JIX Reality Lab\n\nSakthi Ranganathan is a New Zealand-based tech entrepreneur and digital design specialist\, With over 12 years of experience spanning computer science\, human-computer interaction\, and XR technologies\, Sakthi has worked with a diverse range of clients—including startups\, educational institutions\, healthcare organizations\, government agencies\, and multinational companies across the Asia-Pacific region. He specializes in human-computer interaction\, XR\, and emerging technologies\, and is the founder of JIX Reality Lab\, where he leads projects that connect research with practical industry needs. Throughout his career\, Sakthi has valued collaboration and learning from every opportunity\, aiming to make a positive impact through technology-driven innovation
URL:https://technewzealand.org.nz/event/edtechnzs-marketspark-asean-roundtable/
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