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Rod Drury stories - Page 2

Rod Drury is a visionary figure whose interests and expertise have significantly shaped the tech landscape, especially in the realms of accounting, cloud computing, and broadband connectivity. His involvement in various initiatives, from leading Xero's ambitious global expansion to advocating for a stronger New Zealand presence in the tech world, underscores a commitment to innovation and economic growth. Drury's stories reflect a blend of entrepreneurship, strategic partnerships, and a forward-looking mindset aimed at transforming New Zealand into a tech powerhouse.

Drury's drive is evident in his efforts to revolutionize small and medium-sized business (SMB) operations through Xero, his pioneering work in advocating for better broadband connectivity in New Zealand, and his strategic roles in engaging with significant global recruits to bolster Xero's influence in the accounting software domain. His interest in leveraging big data for societal benefits, alongside his active participation in political debates on ICT policies, showcases a multi-faceted approach to harnessing technology as a tool for economic and social advancement. Through his work, Drury exemplifies the qualities of a leader eager to chart new territories in the tech world while continuously pushing for a tech-savvy and globally competitive New Zealand.

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Govt launches NZ Business Number
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce and Commerce Minister Craig Foss this week formally launched the New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) at Xero.
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Xero smashes 250k customer mark...
Thu, 20th Feb 2014
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Xero, a fast-growing accounting software firm, now boasts over 250,000 global customers, doubling its base in just a year.
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Drury drives Xero's US expansion with Microsoft, HP and Paypal stalwarts
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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Xero Limited has bolstered its Board and US management team with the appointment of a new Board Chairman, adding a further US based Director, and esta.
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Telecom/Chorus stalwart joins Xero expansion plans
Thu, 16th Jan 2014
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Xero’s growth in staff continues with over 90 recruited in the last three months, taking total staff numbers to over 600 with the business still aggre.
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NZ shares rise as Xero cracks $5 billion value
Sat, 11th Jan 2014
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New Zealand shares rose, led by Xero on optimism more investors will focus on the cloud-based accounting firm's growth potential.
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Xero doubles first-half losses in quest for global domination
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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Xero, the cloud-based accounting software company that's now the second-biggest listed company more than doubled its first-half loss as it continues i.
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Xero seeks New Zealand leader
Fri, 15th Nov 2013
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Online accounting software company Xero is creating a new position of New Zealand Managing Director to look after its fast growing business in New Zea.
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'Proud' Xero creates hundreds of hi-tech NZ jobs
Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Xero expands in Wellington, creating hundreds of hi-tech jobs, as CEO extols city's talent and diversity for global growth.
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Xero becomes $3 billion company
Fri, 18th Oct 2013
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Fresh from raising NZ$180 million of new capital from a range of US and New Zealand investors this week, cloud accounting firm Xero has become a $3 bi.
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Xero raises NZ$180m for global growth
Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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Company raises new capital from a range of US and New Zealand investors, including existing shareholders Matrix Capital Management and the Peter Thiel.
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Xero shares halted pending outcome of capital raising
Sat, 12th Oct 2013
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Shares in cloud-based accounting software developer Xero have been halted pending the outcome of a capital raising.
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Recruiting Xero hits 200,000 customers
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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Company hits 200,000 customers, closes new channel deals and appoints three new executives - one of which was previous Microsoft New Zealand CTO.
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Xero writes off $700k by ending Xero Personal…
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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CEO Rod Drury reveals the company is discontinuing Xero Personal, the personal finance software, late next year - writing off $700,000 in the process.
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Drury claims zero US interest in Xero data
Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
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Following growing customer concern regarding US access to cloud data, Xero CEO Rod Drury moves to allay the fears, insisting no access has been reques.
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Govt CTO? Yes or No?
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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If you could make one change to improve the relationship between the New Zealand government and Kiwi businesses, would recruiting a Chief Technology O.
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Sam Morgan trims holding in Xero to below 5%
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Trade Me founder trims his holding in Xero, taking advantage of a share price that has soared by 179 percent this year.
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US investors pour $82M into Xero
Mon, 3rd Dec 2012
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Two American investors have increased their interest in cloud accounting software provider Xero by a total of $82 million.
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Free stuff! From, er, Dotcom: Don’t believe everything you read
Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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Kim Dotcom, everybody’s favourite internet tycoon, is making all the sorts of noises that the public at large like to hear.
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Dotcom to 'reboot' Pacific Fibre plan
Mon, 5th Nov 2012
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Kim Dotcom aims to revive Pacific Fibre's vision, connecting NZ to the U.S. with an undersea cable via his new website Me.ga.
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Xero seeks short-term cash cover
Tue, 9th Oct 2012
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The cloud accounting software firm expects to make more losses in its push to become a global player and may raise more cash to pay for those plans.