Carol Brown
Country Manager
Databricks
Carol Brown is the New Zealand Country Manager for Databricks, the global data and AI company, where she leads the team enabling Kiwi organisations to unlock value through the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. With more than 20 years’ experience across technology, sales and marketing, she combines strong commercial acumen with deep expertise in cloud and data transformation.
A passionate advocate for inclusive, high-performing cultures, Carol is an ICF-certified leadership coach and represents Aotearoa on the Forbes Coaches Council. She also contributes to the local tech ecosystem through governance with NZTech.
SESSIONS
DAY 1
11:40
Fireside Chat: Leading in a Global, Tech-Driven World
In multinational, tech-driven organisations, which leadership practices scale globally, and which must adapt locally?
When moving across sectors or into global roles, how do you build credibility and deliver impact quickly?
How has rapid technological change reshaped your approach to resilience, innovation, and decision-making at scale?
What have you learned about leading diverse, cross-cultural teams and aligning people, performance, and purpose globally?
Carol Brown, Country Manager, Databricks
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