PRESS RELEASE
Christchurch, 28 July 2005
NZ high growth companies focus on building shareholder value
Around 100 executives from some of New Zealand’s smartest companies will gather in Taupo to attend a conference on
Building Shareholder Value on 5-6 August. MORGO 2005, the annual recharge for executives from high growth companies, is
the third such gathering initiated by investment bank Morel & Co.
"MORGO is not just about inspiration. It is also about learning real life solutions to everyday business issues, all
delivered first hand from some of our most exciting business leaders” says Bill Day, Managing Director, Seaworks, a
regular MORGO attendee.
Bell Gully and IBM have added their sponsorship support to the event this year which has grown in popularity and
reputation since the first event in 2003.
The speaker line up includes a compelling mix of successful onshore and offshore entrepreneurs and includes a number of
expat Kiwis.
Guy Haddleton will share his knowledge on strategy for building shareholder value. Guy founded software business,
Adaytum, which he sold for US $160 million in 2003. Guy is currently the CEO of Ascadia, a start-up that creates
revolutionary products that bring fun and entertainment to the world - its first product will be launched in Q4 2005.
Dr. Jana Matthews of Boulder Quantum Ventures will talk about leadership in high growth companies and the role of the
CEO and the board. Jana works with CEOs, entrepreneurs, corporate executives and their top teams to unlock their
company's growth potential. She also consults on how to create better entrepreneurial leaders.
Serial entrepreneur Linda Jenkinson, CEO of Les Concierges in the US, will talk on building a Nasdaq listed company and
share her story on courier company Dispatch Management Services Corporation.
Andy Lark, an award-winning, global communications and marketing professional based in Silicon Valley will talk about
the evolution of the New Internet and will run a workshop on bootstrap marketing.
Terrie Lloyd, of Linc Media in Japan, will give an update on business in Japan. Terrie joins Guy Haddleton as the
returning offshore speakers from MORGO 2004. Both were very keen to be a part of this year’s event.
Len Brandt, of biotech company CNS Response, previously a partner of US venture capital firm, Norwest Partners will
share his lessons learned and John Villiger will present a case study on The Medicines Company.
The Great Industry Panel hosted by economic commentator Rod Oram is a programme favourite. The panel has a great
tradition of lively debate amongst industry leaders. Panelists include JADE Software Corporation CEO Dr Rod Carr, Zeacom
Group CEO Miles Valentine, Seaworks chief Bill Day, HumanWare CEO Dr Russell Smith and Selwyn Pellett.
A recent addition to the programme is Selwyn Pellett who will talk on Endace’s successful AIM listing in June. The
accelerated network security company is the first New Zealand-registered firm to list on the London stock exchange's
alternative investment market.
MORGO 2005 – Building Shareholder Value:
Friday 5 & Saturday 6 August, 2005
Wairakei Resort, Taupo
For programme and speaker information see http://www.morel.co.nz/events.html
Morel & Co Limited:
Morel & Co is an independent transaction-focused investment banking firm. Morel & Co provides mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance advisory services to the New Zealand market. They provide
their clients, which include New Zealand firms as well as companies looking to expand into the New Zealand market, with
advice on mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, corporate finance, capital raising, and strategic issues.
Morel & Co is dedicated to helping their clients achieve their financial and strategic objectives. Their team of professionals
is among the most seasoned in the New Zealand market, having advised on dozens of New Zealand and international
transactions.
ENDS