Carol Brown is on a mission to put New Zealand at the forefront of the global data and AI revolution.

As Country Manager for Databricks Aotearoa and Co-Chair of NZTech, she’s helping shape how Kiwi businesses harness technology to drive innovation, create sustainable value, and compete on the world stage.

With more than two decades of experience spanning sales, marketing, and technology leadership, including senior roles at Microsoft, Carol has seen firsthand how data-driven insight can transform entire industries. Her leadership style blends strategic vision with a deeply human approach: empowering teams, nurturing emerging leaders, and fostering cultures where innovation and inclusivity thrive side by side.

A certified ICF coach and member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Carol is equally passionate about growing people as she is about growing technology. At Impactful Innovation, she’ll explore how data and AI can be used not just to drive efficiency, but to build a more connected, creative, and future-ready New Zealand.