TIMES-7 RESEARCH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder / Member of the Board
Antony co-founded Times-7 in 2006. As inaugural CEO, he led the first ten years of product development, IP commercialization, offshore market development, and capital raising.
Antony has over 25 years of experience in digital, ICT, and Hi-Tech RFID/IoT Manufacturing.
Antony currently holds a leadership role at Datacom, New Zealand's most extensive ICT systems integration and services company, with prior executive experience for digital agencies PaperKite and Silverstripe.
With a unique blend of expertise in electrical engineering, mechatronics and system integration of various automation technologies, Daniel is indispensable to our mission of enhancing Times-7's antenna portfolio to meet the diverse needs of our customers' RFID solutions.
He ensures the quality of our antenna designs and expands our performance knowledge base to assist our clients with their RFID solutions in the field.
Job Titles:
- Customer Success and Sales Support Specialist
Dan has a background in engineering and computer science, as well as experience in customer service. He understands the vast potential of RFID technology and is eager to showcase its value to our customers.
With his tech-savvy approach and genuine drive for innovation, he will deliver expert support while fostering lasting relationships. He embodies Times-7's commitment to excellence and prioritizes customer success above all else.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Board
- Director of Times - 7
David became a director of Times-7 in 2016 and chairperson of the company in 2020. His varied career spans research and research management, strategic planning management, corporate finance and business consulting.
Since 2023, Garry Lewis has been at the helm of the high-performing Times-7 team. Originally from the UK, he now calls Aotearoa, New Zealand, home. Garry brings a wealth of business management experience, having successfully launched and expanded several tech enterprises from the ground up across New Zealand, Europe, and globally.
With Garry's leadership, Times-7 continues its trajectory as the foremost global RAIN RFID antenna designer and manufacturer, boasting the most extensive antenna portfolio and unparalleled responsiveness to meet all our customer's project requirements.
Garry is committed to steering Times-7 towards a sustainable future and prioritises efficient operations, customer insights and collaboration with industry leaders. Together, they drive the creation of innovative product designs to meet industry needs and enhance people's lives through pioneering RAIN RFID solutions.
As a solution architect and engineer, Garry's professional journey commenced in the telco and network domain. Swiftly ascending through various managerial roles, he led and nurtured large technical services teams for international organisations. A seasoned entrepreneur, Garry founded and successfully sold his own business and started and managed several businesses for major corporations. Additionally, he generously shares his expertise as a Business Mentor at Business Mentor New Zealand, supporting the growth of small businesses. When not at the helm of Times-7, Garry is a keen sailor. He also enjoys fly fishing and spending time with his partner and friends.
Job Titles:
- Business Development Manager
George has an extensive background in both digital marketing and account management for a range of agencies and organisations across Australia and New Zealand. George will be across all things Sales & Marketing here at Times-7.
While George enjoys the more analytical & data driven side of Digital Marketing, he also enjoys building strong and lasting relationships with all stakeholders to ensure that they get the best solution for their problem.
Job Titles:
- Sales and Operations Planning Manager
Holding a diverse background as a Logistics Officer for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF), and Global Supply Chain Manager for a ski manufacturer, Jack's expertise spans a range of logistics and supply chain functions.
Jack focuses on driving growth and efficiency by effectively implementing a streamlined Operations Plan at Times-7.
With a passion for optimizing supply and demand balance, he works closely with the team to ensure seamless coordination and cross-functional collaboration.
Job Titles:
- CTO
- Director
- Times - 7 's Director / CTO
- Times - 7 As CEO
Jos Kunnen is Times-7's Director/CTO. Since 2015, Jos has led Times-7's growth and transformation to become a leading RAIN antenna manufacturer. Jos has over 40 years of technical and general management experience in information technology for multinational enterprises and large and small New Zealand businesses.
Jos is active in the RAIN community and is currently Chair of the New Zealand Pathfinder RFID Group. Leveraging his ability in innovation, Jos has actively mentored start-ups.
Jos is a Wellington-based Company Director and investor with over 35 years of technical and general management experience across several industries.
Jos's professional career started as an electrical engineer, then transitioned through technical, engineering and general management roles in the IT industry, and he has held previous positions as CIO and CEO in several companies. He is also a Board member of Angel HQ and has contributed as a Mentor for Lightning Lab, Te Papa's Mahuki and other programmes. He holds a B.E (Elect) and an MBA (Dist.).
Jos joined Times-7 as CEO in 2016 and cemented Times-7's position as the global leader in fixed RAIN antennas with his drive for innovation. In early 2024, Jos transitioned to Chief Technology Officer to focus on strategic product development and business governance and provide advisory guidance in shaping the company's future direction.
He is an active member of the global RAIN RFID Alliance, where he was elected to their Board of Directors in 2023. Additionally, he champions the company's Industry 4.0 and customer initiatives as a sponsor.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board
- Member of the New Zealand Thai Chamber of Commerce
- Principal of Luscombe Legal
Mark is the principal of Luscombe Legal and has over 17 years of immigration and employment law experience.Mark founded his law firm in 2005 to attract global talent and foreign investment to strengthen and energize regional New Zealand.
In addition to being a member of the New Zealand Thai Chamber of Commerce, Mark serves on several trusts and directors' boards, including RF Team Works and RFID Holdings. Mark is the immediate past chair of Times-7.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Member of the Board
Mike Caird joined the Board of Directors in 2021, preceded by nine years as a shareholder. Since his initial investment in the company, Mike has continued to support Time-7's development and growth with his diverse professional skill set across finance, taxation, accounting, and banking.
Mike is currently the director of various organizations across New Zealand and has significant expertise in financial markets, including four years as Head of Debt Capital Markets for Craigs Investment Partners and 11 years with ABN AMRO.
Peter has an extensive background in the engineering industry and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Technology and a Bachelor's in Manufacturing and Industrial Technology. Peter has 20 years of experience in manufacturing in technical management, production, and team-leading roles; Peter is a valuable asset to the Times-7 team.
He oversees the production team and coordinates all activities to ensure enough resources are on hand and that the antennas are of the highest quality. His skills and background are essential to his role at Times-7 as Production Manager.
Job Titles:
- Sales and Marketing Manager
With a background in product marketing, channel enablement, strong commercial acumen, and a customer-first approach, Zaina brings a well-rounded marketing and sales strategy to develop Times-7's offerings further.
As the marketing and sales manager, Zaina ensures the continuous delivery of insightful content to customers and partners and supports the team in promoting our RFID antennas.