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New GM for Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
Wednesday, 29 November 2023 07:32Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa have announced the appointment of Debbie Guptill-Robertson as its new general manager, effective 1st December 2023.
DMS’ Fernandez appointed to SITE board of directors
Saturday, 25 November 2023 00:20Marissa Fernandez, Managing Director at DMS Destination Marketing Services, has been named as the inaugural SITE Australia & New Zealand Chapter Representative on the 2024 International Board of Directors.
New Senior BDM at Pullman Auckland
Sunday, 12 November 2023 22:31Orshi Miklos has joined Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments as Senior Business Development Manager – Meetings & Events.
New at Business Events Southland
Tuesday, 07 November 2023 23:18Business Events Southland have appointed Janine Daniel to the bureau as Business Development Executive in October this year due to growing demand in the region.
New BDM Australia for ACB
Tuesday, 31 October 2023 21:48Charlotte Mills is the new BDM - Australia based in Auckland.
NZICC grows sales staff
Tuesday, 31 October 2023 21:12The New Zealand International Convention Centre has appointed three new sales professionals who will focus on the domestic events market.
New at Te Pae Christchurch
Tuesday, 31 October 2023 21:10Te Pae Christchurch has appointed Melanie Gurden to the role of marketing and communications manager.
New at Auckland Convention Bureau
Tuesday, 31 October 2023 08:07Olivia Octaviani joins ACB as BDE - Australia and International based in Auckland
Buchanan is the new BDM at Headwaters
Wednesday, 25 October 2023 22:15Buchanan’s career focus in her 28 years in the workforce has been on the Conference and Incentive (MICE) and tourism industry.
Te Karaka Lodge appoint executive chef
Wednesday, 25 October 2023 21:30Te Karaka Lodge in rural Waikato have appointed Dominic Dsouza as their Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at the brand new contemporary farmstay.
Te Karaka Lodge Managers
Monday, 16 October 2023 08:02Kiwi couple Aaron and Danielle Geraets are the Lodge Managers running newly opened modern farmstay, Te Karaka Lodge in rural Waikato.
Bennett to join Tourism Tropical North Qld in 2024
Monday, 09 October 2023 10:12Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) has appointed Tara Bennett (pictured) to the position of general manager - Partnerships and Events starting in early 2024.
Patten new GM for Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
Wednesday, 04 October 2023 08:03The current general manager for Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, Debbie Patten is an experienced hotelier with a wealth of industry expertise, operational knowledge, and sales skills.
NZICC appoints director of customer experience
Wednesday, 04 October 2023 00:22The New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) has appointed Tracey Ha as director of customer experience.
Ha will oversee all aspects of the NZICC's brand, marketing, communications and corporate social responsibility initiatives. This includes a targeted focus on sustainabilty, community impact and creating authentic cultural experiences for NZICC's clients and guests.
Ha Joins NZICC from Tataki Auckland Unlimited where she was group marketing manager overseeing destination marketing for the visitor economy, business events, major events and their cultural organisations (Auckland Zoo, Maritime Museum & Auckland Art Gallery.
Robertson to Crowne Plaza Queenstown
Tuesday, 26 September 2023 04:32Katie Robertson is the the newly appointed director of sales & marketing at Crowne Plaza Queenstown.
New at Chateau Marlborough
Monday, 25 September 2023 23:29Nick Billcliffe is the front office and reservations manager at Chateau Marlborough.
Business Events Marlborough appoint BDM
Monday, 25 September 2023 22:49Fay Clarke is the new business events development manager at Destination Marlborough.
New business events lead for Dunedin
Sunday, 24 September 2023 22:57Enterprise Dunedin has appointed Penny Neilson as business events lead.
Grossman to Hawke's Bay Tourism
Monday, 18 September 2023 21:40Liz Grossman is returning back to her home town and has been appointed as the new Partnerships manager - tourism trade and business events for Hawkes Bay Tourism.
NZICC appoints new international sales manager
Monday, 18 September 2023 21:39The New Zealand International Convention Centre has appointed Loryn Blaikie as international sales manager. Blaikie brings a wealth of experience and joins NZICC from the Institute of Directors.
Parker joins Millennium Hotels & Resorts NZ
Monday, 28 August 2023 10:30Adam Parker has joined the Millennium Hotels and Resorts team as National Business Development Manager, C&I.
Crannitch to Naumi Hotels Wellington
Monday, 28 August 2023 04:43Rick Crannitch is the new general manager for Naumi Hotels Wellington.
Crannitch has held previous general manager roles in Australia and New Zealand, most recently with Royce Hotel in Melbourne and Mayfair Hotel in Christchurch.
New Head of Technology and Innovation at Te Pae Christchurch
Sunday, 20 August 2023 23:02Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre have announced the appointment of Nathan Gardiner as the new head of technology and innovation.
New at H3 Group
Monday, 14 August 2023 19:25H3 Group have welcomed the newest member of their business development team, Lucy Mayne).
Brunsdon to Taupo Motorsport Park
Monday, 14 August 2023 19:21Casey Brunsdon is the new sales & functions manager at Taupo Motorsport Park.
New at TableHub
Wednesday, 02 August 2023 06:36Cherie Solly has joined TableHub as the new sales & marketing manager.
Smythe to Sudima Hotels
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 08:20Sudima Hotels have announced the appointment of Xanthe Smythe (pictured) to the position of Conference & Business Groups Sales Manager.
Te Pae GM Appointed to AIPC Board
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 08:03The business events sector in Ōtautahi Christchurch is set to receive an international boost, following the appointment of Te Pae Christchurch general manager Ross Steele (pictured) to the International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) board.
Tourism Appointment
Tuesday, 18 July 2023 03:40Destination Queenstown chief executive Mat Woods has been appointed to the Board of Regional Tourism New Zealand (RTNZ).
New chief executive for Waitangi Ltd
Monday, 10 July 2023 23:19The Waitangi National Trust has appointed Ben Dalton as chief executive of Waitangi Ltd from 1 September 2023.
KIngston to Millennium Hotels & Resorts
Monday, 12 June 2023 05:50Jana Kingston (pictured) has been appointed national business Development manager, C&I for Millennium Hotels & Resorts based in Melbourne, Australia.
Keenan returns to Heritage Hotels
Monday, 12 June 2023 02:38Heritage Hotels have announced the return of Marcus Keenan to the newly created role of Group General Manager - Asset Management, based in Auckland.
Hospitality NZ appoints Steve Armitage as Chief Executive
Tuesday, 06 June 2023 00:42Hospitality NZ President Nick Keene has announced Steve Armitage as the organisation’s new chief executive, effective from the 14th of August.
New GM at Rydges Formosa Golf Resort
Monday, 29 May 2023 23:40Building a ‘community hub’ for locals and offering a world-class experience to all who visit the 170-hectare Rydges Formosa Golf Resort are priorities for hotelier Clive Wardle in his new role as general manager.
Watkins returns to Accor Hotels
Monday, 29 May 2023 09:29Lee Watkins has returned to Accor Hotels as the director of sales & marketing for Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour & Sofitel Wellington. After 12 years, he returns to re-launch the Viaduct property while continuing to grow the success of Sofitel Wellington.
New National BDM for Millennium Hotels & Resorts
Monday, 22 May 2023 23:06Leanne Hutchinson has been appointed National business development manager, C&I for Millennium Hotels & Resorts based in Auckland.
Promotion at Jireh Hospitality Group
Monday, 22 May 2023 02:13Ignacio Fernandez De la Vega has been promoted as Corporate Sales Manager for all the properties under Jireh Hospitality Ltd.
New manager at Scenic Matavai
Tuesday, 16 May 2023 00:19Aaron Smith has been appointed hotel manager of Scenic Matavai Resort Niue. He has been with Scenic Hotel Group for the past five and a half years, starting as a porter at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier on the West Coast.
Wendy Desiles joins TNZ Business Events Team
Monday, 15 May 2023 03:38Tourism New Zealand has welcomed Wendy Desiles to the Business Events team as business development manager.
New sales manager at iFLY
Sunday, 14 May 2023 22:25Sophie Koehler is the new sales manager at iFLY Indoor Skydiving Queenstown. In her new role, she is responsible for managing groups and venues enquiries for iFLY, as well as Travel Trade.
Weston joins Tauhara North Tourism
Monday, 08 May 2023 10:20Michele Weston has joined the Tauhara North Tourism team as conference and events sales for Te Pā Tū Rotorua and Rapids Jet Taupō.
Tourism Fiji welcomes Communications Executive
Monday, 08 May 2023 10:05Tourism Fiji have announced the appointment of Ana Mckearney (pictured) as communications executive, New Zealand, in their Auckland office.
New at Explore Group
Monday, 08 May 2023 10:00Samantha Francis (pictured) joins Explore Group in the new role of charter & events coordinator.
New hotel managers for Sudima Kaikōura and Sudima Rotorua.
Monday, 08 May 2023 03:06Charmaine Carroll’s is the new Hotel Manager Kaiwhakahaere Matua at Sudima Kaikōura is effective from 12 June.
Liang joins Novotel CHC Airport
Saturday, 29 April 2023 01:34Mirelle Liang is the new conference & events sales manager at Novotel Christchurch Airport.
New manager at The Langlands Invercargill
Sunday, 16 April 2023 00:19Alannah Tamariki has been appointed the Executive Manager of The Langlands, Invercargill's new inner-city hotel.
NZICC appoints General Manager
Monday, 10 April 2023 04:03Sky City Entertainment Group has appointed Prue Daly as New Zealand International Convention Centre ( NZICC) general manager as the company gears up for its grand opening in 2025.
Promotion for Hamilton at Millennium Hotels
Monday, 10 April 2023 03:18Hayden Hamilton has been promoted to National Sales & Marketing Coordinator, C&I for Millennium Hotels and Resorts New Zealand.
Dodds to Auckland Conventions Venues & Events
Monday, 03 April 2023 10:04Richard Dodds is now manager - convention sales at Auckland Conventions Venues & Events.
New technician at Congress Rental
Monday, 03 April 2023 06:51Congress Rental have announced that Connor Lyttle has recently joined their Wellington office as an Audio Visual Technician. With a background in music production, Connor brings an invaluable set of skills and experience to the team.
A Farewell and a New Face
Monday, 03 April 2023 06:37Napier Conferences & Events have bid farewell to conferences and events manager, Jacqui D’Ath, after eight years of outstanding service to the business.
During this time she has played a key role in creating strong relationships within the industry as well as leading a skilled team of event organisers, through some particularly challenging times.
D’Ath’s wealth of knowledge and experience will be greatly missed by the team.
With farewells also comes new opportunity and Hayden Henderson has been appointed as acting conference and events manager.
Henderson has been working as manager for Napier’s largest accommodation provider, Kennedy Park Resort, for the past two-and-a-half years. He brings over 15 years of experience across the hotel and tourism industries, both in New Zealand and London, United Kingdom.
Almeida to Kinloch Manor & Villas
Monday, 13 March 2023 22:55Adith Almeida is the new general manager for Kinloch Manor & Villas and Kinloch Club.
New National conference coordinator for Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand
Monday, 06 March 2023 02:25Kyle Habershon has joined Millennium Hotels and Resorts New Zealand at corporate office as the new National conference coordinator, to help with the increasing volume of conference enquiries.
Trutsch returns to Waipuna Hotel
Monday, 27 February 2023 23:38Shelley Trutsch (pictured) has returned to Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre as the sales and marketing manager after a 21-month industry change during Covid.
