The Reseller News Innovation Awards 2025 kicked off with a vibrant welcome reception at the Cordis in Auckland on 9 October, attended by 390 guests.
This year's awards saw an exceptional response, with over 155 submissions and 144 finalists from 63 organisations across New Zealand.
Industry leaders, tech innovators, and rising stars gathered to celebrate excellence and welcomed Phil Johnson into the Hall of Fame for 2025.
The Innovation Awards illuminate the entire local ecosystem, acknowledging and celebrating expertise and amplifying transformative examples of best practices.
The welcome reception was sponsored by Westcon-Comstor, setting the tone for a night of recognition and inspiration.
Author's summary: Reseller News Innovation Awards 2025 started with a glamorous reception.