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CREATING TECHNOLOGY FOR SOCIAL GOOD

Not surprisingly, like many significant software technology developers, Ackama has kept a relatively low public profile over the years, and comes from humble beginnings.

Its journey began in September 2010 when Breccan McLeod-Lundy started out as an independent contractor and web developer in Wellington. His business name Rabid Technologies was a reflection of his eagerness and enthusiasm to produce great work.

Josh Forde subsequently joined Breccan in the business, helping to grow more ambitious solutions, and rather than complain about government social good projects the two realised they would have to become an established and formidable influencer themselves.

Around the same time Breccan launched his start-up,

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