Bed & Breakfast Association New Zealand has a refreshed board line-up and a new president.
The hosted bed and breakfast sector is essential in Aotearoa, New Zealand, allowing international visitors to interact with locals and experience New Zealand’s culture and lifestyle.
Former Communications Manager with Tourism Industry Aotearoa and board member of the B&B Association since 2021, Ann-Marie Johnson was named the incoming President at the association’s recent AGM, replacing Donna Brooke.
Brooke, who joined the board in 2016 as Vice-President, became President in 2020, leading the association throughout the challenging pandemic times.
“Hosted bed and breakfast properties appeal to the high-value visitors that New Zealand wants to attract. I am proud to lead the association into its next stage,” said Johnson.
New board members include Louise Compton of Aston Road Villa in Waikanae, Garth London of Whakaipo Lodge in Taupō and Mark Alderson of Ah House Nelson City B&B. They join incumbent board members Scott McPherson of Omaka Lodge, Taumarunui and Jan Roberts of Breakers Boutique Accommodation, Greymouth.
The association has seen a slight increase in membership in 2022-23 due to a highly successful national roadshow sponsored by Tomahawk, which took in 10 regions and attracted 120 participants.
The Association also updated its Guide to Running Successful Hosted Accommodation last year.
