Tait Communications Hi-Tech Hall of Fame - Flying Kiwi
Sir Rod Drury
Inducted: 2009
Primary Venture (s): Xero, AfterMail, Glazier Systems
Core Sector: Fintech / Enterprise SaaS / Cloud Software
Landmark Success: Founded Xero, leading a highly celebrated 2007 NZX IP to redefine global small business accounting. Previously exited AfterMail for US$45M.
Ecosystem Impact: Former Independent Director for TradeMe; recipient of the highest status in the ICT profession (Honorary Fellow of the New Zealand Computer Society); serial angel investor and mentor.