FIRN

AI ambitions are growing. But are the right data foundations in place to support them?

This October, FIRN is pleased to be part of CDAIO New Zealand 2026, bringing together New Zealand’s data, analytics and AI leaders in Auckland on 19–20 October.

Every year, we look forward to the conversations Corinium events create around the challenges that matter: trusted data foundations, responsible AI adoption, governance, and turning data and AI investment into measurable business value.

You’ll find the FIRN team at Stand #10, ready to talk about where you are in your data and AI journey, and what it takes to move from strategy to practical delivery.

There’s still time to register and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4dfELFV

See you there!

What an incredible day at World Tour in Auckland! ❄️

It was brilliant to see local enterprises demonstrating how they have moved beyond traditional data warehouses to operationalise their analytics. The discussions around Agentic AI, trusted governance, and robust data foundations align perfectly with what we are seeing in the market.

A massive thank you to everyone who stopped by FIRN booth. If you missed us, let’s connect and chat about bridging the gap between your data strategy and practical delivery.

Let's talk FIRN: https://bit.ly/4zMnAW2

What an amazing morning at the Snowflake World Tour 2026 - Auckland! ❄️

The opening keynote was fantastic, and the energy on the floor is absolutely electric here at New Zealand International Convention Centre.

At FIRN, we’re all about helping businesses create trusted, usable data so leaders have clear visibility of the performance they’re accountable for.

Have you visited our booth yet? Make sure you pass by booth .

Whether you’re keen to chat about modernising your data foundations, optimising your analytics, or just want to talk Data and AI with our experts, we’d love to connect.

Don't forget to ask our team how to go into the draw to win a DLN NEO Drone!

➡️Come say hi, ask us your toughest data questions, and get your name in the draw for the drone.

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8 years. Countless data initiatives. One shared vision. 🤝

When you partner with an organisation for nearly a decade, you stop being just a service provider — you become a true extension of their team.

Thank you to Aaron Ross and NZAA team for the trust, the ongoing collaboration, and for letting us walk this journey alongside you. Here’s to many more years of creating value together.

Massive credit to our team at FIRN and every consultant who has worked on this account over the years. Your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit are what make partnerships like this possible.

Want to learn how we can support your organisation's data journey? Contact us at https://hubs.ly/Q04v-S_p0

1 week to go until Snowflake World Tour Auckland 2026❄️

The countdown is almost over! In just one week, Snowflake World Tour touches down in Auckland. We at FIRN are incredibly proud to return as a sponsor, and we'd love for you to swing by Booth SN10 to catch up with the team.

Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: NZ International Convention Centre

Don’t miss out! Join us and the wider data community for a day packed with insights, networking, and a great opportunity to chat about how to modernise and optimise your analytics.

👉 Register today: https://hubs.ly/Q04vrZht0

We look forward to seeing you there.

🎉 Celebrating 9 Years of Ludo Koelman at FIRN

As FIRN's very first employee, Ludo has helped shape who we are today. Over the past nine years, he has played a key role in delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients while building the knowledge, culture, and expertise that continue to define our team.

With more than a decade of experience in data analytics and visualisation, Ludo has trained and mentored over 600 professionals across New Zealand, helping organisations unlock greater value from their data through Tableau, Power BI, Snowflake, Alteryx and Coalesce.

But beyond his technical expertise, it's Ludo's personality that makes him truly unique. Ludo brings humour to every team event, encourages us to think differently, and never hesitates to challenge ideas in the pursuit of better outcomes. His creativity, honesty, and willingness to share his knowledge have made a lasting impact on both our clients and colleagues.

Thank you, Ludo, for your dedication, leadership, and the energy you bring to FIRN. We're incredibly proud to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to many more years ahead.

Congratulations on 9 years, Ludo! 👏

🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of Sarah Marsden at FIRN

Over the past five years, Sarah has been an absolute powerhouse as our Data and Analytics Practice Manager. With her phenomenal work ethic, she never stops moving and has an incredible ability to keep everything running seamlessly and completely under control.

Driven by excellence and with a meticulous eye for detail, Sarah consistently elevates the standard of the work we deliver. She is deeply invested in her team and loves nothing more than seeing people turn complex challenges into remarkable opportunities for professional growth and outstanding results.

Beyond her technical and operational mastery, Sarah sets the tone for the whole team. Always positive and enthusiastic, she is always ready to uplift others and foster an empowering environment where colleagues are supported to achieve their absolute best.

Thank you, Sarah, for your exceptional leadership, your continuous drive, and the incredible energy you bring to FIRN every single day. The whole FIRN team really appreciates all the support you give to everyone.

Congratulations on 5 amazing years, Sarah! Look forward to the many successes still ahead.👏

We've Moved! Welcome to FIRN's New Home.

This July, we opened the doors to our new office. It is an exciting milestone in the FIRN journey, and one we’re proud to share.

This is the sixth office we've called home since FIRN was founded in 2017. Each move has reflected our continued growth, with every space a little bigger than the last as our team, clients, and partnerships have expanded.

Our new office gives us even more room to do what we love - bringing people together. Whether it's team workshops, client meetings, training sessions, potluck lunches, celebrations, or simply collaborating over a coffee, this space has been designed to support the way we work and connect.

We look forward to creating many more great memories and delivering even greater outcomes from our new home.

If you're in the neighbourhood, we'd love to see you. Feel free to pop in and say hello!

📍Level 3, Suite 3.3, 18 Sale Street, Auckland 1010

Here's to the next chapter at FIRN!