Zealandia
Trustee
Leading the technology governance adoption journey at Wellington's urban ecosanctuary, with AI and advanced technology in view.
Hi, I'm Colin Rowsell
I help leaders build through difficult times.
I work with boards and leadership teams on the decisions that shape an organisation's future, with a particular focus on technology adoption.
My background spans startups, scaleups, and organisations navigating major change: Global Copy Director at Xero, Head of Strategy at Runn, and Chair of Somar Digital, alongside work in disaster recovery and national inquiries.
As a trustee at Zealandia I'm now leading our technology governance journey.
Selected work
View all workSomar Digital
Board Chair 2017-22
Five years chairing a digital business through transformation, growth, and the transition from founder to successor CEO.
Startups & scaleups
Xero, Runn & Trinsic Labs
Building Xero's first brand platform as Global Copy Director, and shaping strategy and product positioning as Head of Strategy at Runn.
Storytelling for Leaders
Being human matters more than ever. Through highly interactive and fun workshops we help leaders and teams shape stories that establish direction, build shared understanding, and get people moving together.
Storytelling for Leaders
“The experience felt deeply tailored to our context - human, funny, and interactive.”
Bec Paton
Chief Designer & VP of Design, Culture Amp
