A Glimpse Into the Experience Powering Our New Venture
With over 25 years in IT and electronics, Darryl Hodgson is the founder and Managing Director of Techwiz Creative. He has worked across corporate, local, and central government sectors, earning a strong reputation for innovative solutions and excellent customer service.
In 2020, he launched Techwiz to provide New Zealand businesses with a trusted digital partner focused on both technical expertise and client success. The company has since become a respected provider of digital and technology services nationwide.
Darryl is known for his practical, “can-do” approach and strong leadership. He focuses on empowering his team, fostering continuous improvement, and delivering outstanding results for clients. His problem-solving skills and customer-first mindset continue to drive Techwiz’s growth, guided by a simple philosophy: put people first.
DARRYL
Hogdson
Managing Director & Founder, IT and electronics expert, digital, web, and technology specialist, Marketing Strategist
ROSE-MARIE
Schiavuzzi
Managing Partner, Account Relationship
Manager, Events Specialist, Business Strategist
Over thirty years in the advertising industry has given Gail the opportunity to work on major accounts for some of the largest and most accomplished agencies, publishing companies and studios in the country. She also enjoyed a six-year tenure in tertiary education as Head of Faculty for Digital Media and Marketing/Creative Director at the Design and Arts College of New Zealand (D&A).
Along with directing creative development and implementation, Gail is a marketing and media strategy specialist, having lectured in both of these fields to such organisations as the
Gail has over 35 years’ experience in the advertising industry, working with leading New Zealand agencies, publishers, and creative studios. She has led major accounts and delivered high-impact campaigns that drive business growth.
She also spent six years in tertiary education as Head of Faculty for Digital Media and Marketing and Creative Director at the Design and Arts College of New Zealand, helping shape future creative professionals.
Gail has partnered with top local and international brands, developing multi-channel campaigns, with a strong focus on television commercials and national campaigns that deliver measurable results. She leads both creative direction and marketing strategy, bringing a solid strategic foundation to every project.
A member of the Designers Institute of New Zealand, she has supported Better by Design and contributed as an industry advisor and mentor. Gail combines creativity, strategy, and experience to help businesses stand out and grow.
GAIL
Anderson
B.A Des., M.A. Des.
Responsibilities: Managing Partner, Business Strategist, Creative Director, Researcher, Marketing Strategist, Media Strategist, Governance.
KIT
Hindin
Website design, Search Engine and AI Optimisation, Digital Strategy and User Experience
Kit brings over 25 years of experience in web design, branding, and digital strategy to every project. Having worked with more than 500 New Zealand businesses across hospitality, retail, trades, and the not-for-profit sector, Kit has developed a reputation for websites and brands that perform in search and convert visitors into customers. Kit's approach combines design, psychology, and strategy to produce work that is grounded in business outcomes.
