Auckland, NZ - January 20^th, 2015 –Movio, the global leader in customer intelligence and targeted marketing software for the film industry, is a finalist in the New Zealand International Business Awards.

The awards recognise companies that impact the international business community through leadership, innovation, vision and tenacity.  They are presented by NZTE, New Zealand’s international business development agency, with support from strategic partner ANZ, one of New Zealand’s leading banking and financial services groups.

Movio is nominated in the “ANZ Best Business Operating Internationally” category. Winners will be announced at the prestigious black tie Awards ceremony on March 25, 2015 at Sky City Convention Centre in Auckland.

Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Will Palmer, Movio is recognised as the global leader in marketing data, analysis, insights, and campaign creation and management for theatrical exhibitors, studios and distributors. The underlying premise driving Movio's growth is the increasing realisation by the film industry that the (big) data generated about movie-goers at point-of-sales are invaluable assets.

Movio's software solutions make it faster and cost-efficient for exhibitors to analyse and use that data and execute personalised campaigns to their customers. Movio’s latest development aggregates data across a region to provide film distributors and studios comprehensive market data, providing invaluable audience insights.

"Our vision is to change the way the film industry interacts with viewers, increase box office revenue and improve the quality of content they produce," said Will Palmer.  "We are thrilled and honoured that our data-driven approach has been recognised as worthy of consideration from the New Zealand International Business Awards.”

About New Zealand International Business Awards

The New Zealand International Business Awards attract a wide range of entries from a variety of industries. Past winners have included SMEs and large multinational organisations - from technology, health and design businesses, to those in the primary sector. There are few higher accolades for New Zealand companies than the New Zealand International Business Awards. The Awards celebrate the success of New Zealand businesses on the world stage, recognising professional excellence, innovative practice and leadership through vision, commitment and success. These companies help grow and transform the New Zealand economy with exceptional export success in international markets. The Awards are organised by New Zealand Trade & Enterprise, with the support of Strategic Partner ANZ, one of New Zealand's leading banking and financial services groups.