About

Our Mission

TORO is an ancient East Coast Māori term for the scouting party that goes ahead of the war party and forges a new path forward. 

At the heart of our mission, we're all about simplifying the complex world of technology for your business. Our expertise is twofold: First, we specialise in transforming your digital presence to drive real results. Second, we craft bespoke software solutions designed to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and fuel your growth.

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Our Origin Story

TORO, inspired by East Coast Māori heritage, symbolises a scouting party, blending the spirit of exploration with the warmth of welcome, much like the adventurous voyages of Māori and Polynesian waka (canoes). This name embodies our innovative drive and bold approach in creating solutions that pioneer new paths and foster collaboration, mirroring our dedication to navigating the unexplored with our customers.

TORO is proudly based out of Tūranganui-a-Kiwa (Gisborne), situated on the picturesque East Coast of New Zealand's North Island. Our core mission is to open doors for local Māori and regional tech aspirants, enabling them to engage with and excel in technology opportunities locally and overseas.

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Whether you need to enhance customer interactions with cutting-edge platforms, or revolutionise your processes with bespoke software or identify the perfect third-party tools, Toro Technology is your trusted partner. From website development and ecommerce solutions to integrated business and financial reporting systems, we help you navigate the digital landscape and elevate your operations to new heights.

We have established pathways in

  • Website development: Building professional, user-friendly websites that reflect your brand's essence and engage your target audience effectively.
  • Customer Engagement Platforms (CRM): Developing platforms that facilitate meaningful interactions with your audience, turning engagements into lasting relationships.
  • eCommerce Platforms: Crafting robust online retail solutions that drive sales and enhance the shopping experience.
  • Bespoke software development: Using a highly collaborative and low risk approach for meeting specific business needs.
  • Consolidated Business and Financial Reporting Systems: Integrating diverse business functions and financial data into cohesive systems for clearer insights and smarter decision-making.
  • Third party software solution selection: Founded on clear understanding of desired business outcomes, market research and identification of solutions that are aligned with your needs.

Let's transform your technological challenges into opportunities together

How we deliver

At the core of our approach is a steadfast commitment to seamless integration and operational excellence, driven by our dedicated local Delivery and Architecture team. This strategic advantage enables us to provide continuous support and agile solutions, ensuring projects move forward with efficiency and precision. As a Certified Māori Tech company, we blend traditional Māori values from the Tairāwhiti with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique perspective on innovation. This certification is more than a mark of distinction; it reflects our deep-rooted dedication to incorporating Māori heritage into our business ethos, fostering innovation that is both culturally rich and globally competitive.

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Our Team

Senior Leadership Team

Driven by experience IT leaders with proven track records, TORO’s  vision is bold. 

We focus on bringing indigenous and local talent into the tech industry through commercial exposure alongside seasoned IT professionals. Social enterprise is woven into the heart of our business.

Our Māori leadership is dedicated to honouring their culture and people, with strong support from our Kiwi executives and partners. Together, we are united in steering this waka (canoe) forward.

Barry Soutar
Chief Executive

30 Year International
technology sales
25 years tech entrepreneurship.

Rob Grindlay
Chief Strategy

30 years corporate and
finance leadership, Asia Pacific, Europe, LATAM, and ME/Africa.

Doug Borne
Chief Operations and Finance CFO,
Chartered Accountant

Aust & NZ Former CEO
($20m+ co.s)
Finance, sales and leadership.

Hineterā Oakley
Project Manager
(Te Whānau-a-Apanui / Waikato)

28 years experience in
People Management, Tech and Training across 3 continents.

Terry-Jo Nepia Blyth
Developer
(Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Porou)

8 years in Viticulture
Graduate of Dev Academy / Te Kura Hangarau o Aotearoa.

Rees Morley
Morley Design Group
(Ngāti Porou / Te Atiawa)

Visual design lead, UX design.

Huia Edmonds
Digital Illustrator
(Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Hine)

Mātauranga Māori
Research and production.

Ramari McCarthy
Production Manager
(Ngāti Porou, Tūwharetoa)

Content Production Manager
Customer Coordination.

What our clients have to say

"Passion, knowledge and expertise are a given with Toro Tech…however, truly caring about our business and our success sets them apart from the rest. Valuable, innovative and engaging, are just a few things you’ll enjoy working with Toro Tech."

-Elliot Callender Managing Director
Four Seasons Packhouse
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