Ken Erskine

Ken Erskine is an accomplished marketing and investment professional with extensive experience in senior roles across various sectors. Currently serving as Chief Marketing Officer at Kara Technologies since February 2019, Erskine focuses on enhancing sign language accessibility for the Deaf through advanced technology. In addition, Erskine directs Matū Iramoe, facilitating retail investment opportunities in Aotearoa New Zealand, and serves as Principal General Partner at Matū Karihi, supporting early-stage startups. Previous roles include Associate Director at The Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at The University of Auckland and co-founder of 88Kiwis. Earlier career highlights include leadership positions at ICE Accelerator, ICE Angels, and major technology companies like Hewlett-Packard and Bull. Erskine holds an Executive MBA from ESCP Business School and a BA Hons in Business Studies from the University of East London.