Prior to joining Google Cloud, Tim Dacombe-Bird held leadership roles at Wiz, AWS, and VMware in New Zealand.
Tim Dacombe-Bird
Google Cloud has appointed Tim Dacombe-Bird as head of Google Cloud in New Zealand. Based in Wellington, Dacombe-Bird will be responsible for spearheading Google Cloud’s local go-to-market strategy and working closely with partners and customers to help Kiwi businesses build an AI-first future.
“Tim is a recognised industry leader in the New Zealand technology landscape and we are delighted to have him join our team,” said Google Cloud Australia & New Zealand vice-president Paul Migliorini.
“With a history of successfully leading rapidly growing businesses and developing high-performing teams, Tim has been at the forefront of some major technology shifts, and his expertise will be invaluable in helping our customers maximise their AI and digital strategies.”
Dacombe-Bird said: “I’m incredibly excited to step into this role and lead Google Cloud’s journey here in Aotearoa.
“New Zealand businesses are inherently innovative, adaptable, and ready to embrace the next wave of digitisation. I’m passionate about working with our customers and partners to leverage Google Cloud’s leading AI capabilities, helping to drive efficiency and unlock new possibilities. With Google Cloud’s ongoing investment in, and our commitment to New Zealand, it’s an exciting time to be part of the growth story for Kiwi businesses.”
Google New Zealand country director Caroline Rainsford reiterated the strength of Dacombe-Bird’s experience, saying: “We’re thrilled to have Tim join the Google New Zealand team, bringing with him deep knowledge of cloud and well-established connections to the public sector.”
Included in the Kiwi businesses choosing Google Cloud for AI innovation are Auckland Council trialling ‘Ask Auckland Council’ and an all-of-government Cloud Framework Agreement with the New Zealand.
Google Cloud also continues its investment in New Zealand, recently announcing the ‘Pacific Connect Initiative’ to deliver two new trans-Pacific subsea cables – Honomoana and Tabua – to help increase the reliability and resilience of digital connectivity in the Pacific. The Honomoana cable system will add a branch to Auckland and enable a double Australian landing in Melbourne and Sydney.
Prior to joining Google Cloud, Dacombe-Bird held leadership roles at Wiz, AWS, and VMware in New Zealand.
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