Rod Drury
Rod Drury is a New Zealand entrepreneur and the co-founder of Xero, a cloud-based accounting software platform that has transformed how small businesses manage their finances. Under his leadership, Xero has grown significantly since its inception in 2006, becoming a prominent player in the tech industry and earning Drury recognition as a leading figure in New Zealand's technology landscape. As of 2024, he ranks among the wealthiest individuals in New Zealand, reflecting his successful ventures and contributions to the tech sector.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 2 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,424 | $210,000 | 193$ |
| Totals | 2 | 4,822,233 | 4,424 | $210,000 | 193$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
Rod Drury is the former CEO of Xero and has been involved in various ventures, including renewable energy projects.
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New Zealand:
Rod Drury founded the firm Xero, which is mentioned in relation to the impact of Trump's tariffs.
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New Zealand:
Drury has emerged as a campaigner for electrification and is backing several projects around Queenstown.
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New Zealand:
Rod Drury entity wins consent for partly-sunken dune home with guest suite, pool, surf shed at Te Arai South.
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New Zealand:
Rod Drury was ranked 10th on the list of wealthy Kiwis.
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