Our Team - Calo

Meet the team

Jarrod Lodge

Director & Senior Developer

Founder of Calo, Jarrod leverages technology to improve processes and enhance user experiences. With his broad knowledge and diverse skill set, he delivers cutting-edge digital solutions that drive business growth and ease compliance burdens.

As a natural connector Jarrod has a large network to draw on, and can always find the right contributors, collaborators and contractors for every project. A skilled digital solutions professional, he uses his software development expertise, understanding of processes and desired business outcomes to seamlessly take projects from initial concept to MVP to successful release.

Jarrod uses his expertise in mechatronics, software development and IoT devices, and his understanding of how devices work in a system, to develop innovative solutions. He draws on his experience in software engineering, hardware integration, embedded systems, user experience and design to find the right solution for every client.

Malachi Batt

Junior Developer

Malachi is a motivated junior developer and has been exploring the possibilities of coding and technology since tinkering with computers as a nine year old. He has taken every opportunity to extend his knowledge, from development projects in Python and HTML to upskilling in 3D design and printing.

With his combination of practical hands on experience in the automotive and rural sector, understanding of software and drive to keep learning, Malachi fits right in at Calo, as we strive to use digital technology to solve business and operational problems.

Dianne

Junior Developer

Dianne is a junior developer that has previously studied Data Science at University of Otago, having experience in R, SQL, Java, Python and HTML, CSS and Javascript as a hobbyist in web development. Her skills equally weigh between coding and the arts, emphasizing on 2D illustration and creative writing, and aspires to create interactive web projects utilising the two subjects.

Shane

Gateway Student

Shane is a motivated 17-year-old student passionate about computer science, programming, and game development. He has honed his skills in a variety of programming languages including Python, C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Vue 3. Shane has applied his knowledge to practical projects, including the creation of a demo game for a local town hall. This demonstrates his ability to translate his passion into tangible results and his goal is to make his very own video game.

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Case Studies

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RFID Bin Rollout

Using Ledger, the same RFID tracking system used for GWC Regalia, Rotaform Plastics can easily progress and track the delivery of 26,434 bins for October 2026's Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection service for the Rotorua Lakes Council.

Rotaform Plastics

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RFID Asset tracking

Upgrading an existing RFID management system to be able to become cloud native and able to integrate with an existing ordering application.

GWC Regalia Hire

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Keeping Auckland International Airport running smoothly

Radio devices provide mission-critical support to operations at Auckland International Airport (AIAL). Knowing where radios are being used, and by who, is key to keeping business moving behind the scenes. Calo developed NETiD, a bespoke asset management tool, to keep track of this asset, streamlining daily operations and stocktake.

CSE Genesis

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