Women in Business | Brittany Yeng, Skrewball
For Brittany Yeng, the path to Skrewball was non-linear, but that is exactly at the heart of Skrewball’s ethos. Brittany Yeng started in chemistry,…
Women in Business | Diana Katardzhieva, Whitehaven
Diana Katardzhieva is a winemaker whose instinctive touch with the grape comes from her family heritage. A Bulgarian winemaker in New Zealand, Diana Katardzhieva,…
Women in Business | Monica Eisen, Four Seasons
Monica Eisen has a wealth of experience, passion for hospitality, and a deep commitment to guest satisfaction. After a successful international career spanning nearly…
Women in Business | Keisha Smith, Four Seasons
Keisha Smith has climbed the corporate ladder, having been appointed as the new Vice President of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. With a storied…
Women in Business | Sandra Olivia, Four Seasons
Sandra Olivia has become a leader and strong advocate for the future of the luxury travel market, specifically in Mexico. Her recent appointment of…
Women in Business | Rebecca Ingram, Tourism Industry Aotearoa
Rebecca Ingram, CEO of Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA), believes that there a strong future ahead for tourism in New Zealand. With a background in…
Movers & Shakers | Emma Sutherland, Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
As the general manager of the Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour, Emma Sutherland has led and inspired a team to provide exceptional guest experiences…
Women in Business | Lucky Srivastava, Novotel Ibis Hotel
Lucky Srivastava first developed a passion for the hospitality industry whilst at school. To her, the industry is vast and diverse, and can provide…
Women In Business | Hannah Miller, A Lady Butcher
Hannah Miller, owner of A Lady Butcher, commenced her professional journey as a chef, driven by a passion for fine cuisine since her early…
Women in Business | Megan Wyper, ACME
For some, coffee is more than just an energy boost; it is a lifestyle. Megan Wyper, director at Acme Cups, said her love for…
Women in Business | Amelia Gain, Preno
The tourism industry is challenging, but it has vast opportunities. Growing up in Queenstown, Amelia Gain has always loved travel and tourism. She studied…
Women In Business | Sarah Meikle
Growing up, Sarah Meikle was constantly immersed in the food and hospitality sectors, being a daughter to a restaurant owner and granddaughter to a…
Women In Business | Fiona Hugues
Connecting food through social media, Fiona Hugues found great joy in preparing and sharing food throughout her life. This passion was instilled in her…
Celebrating Women in Business
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Celebrating Women in Business: Sally Duxfield, Arete Retreat
Sally Duxfield is the founder of luxury, off-the-grid retreat, Arete. Located on her property in the Tararua Forest Park, Arete is designed to give…
Celebrating Women in Business: Emma Brown, Emma Brown Design
Emma Brown has always had an eye for design and loved all things creative. She is particularly drawn to spaces and the impact they…
Celebrating Women in Business: Lisa Sinke, Wink Design
Lisa Sinke has always loved design and experimenting with her interiors. As a teenager, she was fortunate to have two bedrooms, one she used…
Celebrating Women in Business: Victoria Peterson, The Langham Gold Coast
Growing up, Victoria Peterson was set on becoming a journalist. However, while she was studying at university, she found PR and marketing far more…