Women in Business | Kate Leff, Sheraton
With more than 15 years in luxury hospitality and wellness marketing, Kate Leff has brought a wealth of experience to her new role as…
Women in Business | Rachael Nicholson, Accor
Rachael Nicholson, Director of Commercial (New Zealand and Fiji) at Accor, has spent over two decades in the tourism and hospitality sector, from airlines…
Women in Business | Trương Ngọc Thùy Anh, Novotel
Following an illustrious career and industry experience honing her skills, Trương Ngọc Thùy Anh has started a new chapter as General Manager. Born and…
Women in Business | Natalie Placer, Four Seasons
In 2024, Natalie Placer joined Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Orleans as the property’s new Director of Marketing. A seasoned luxury hospitality…
Women in Business | Geraldine Connell, TFE Hotels
Geraldine Connell has worked across various sectors, retail, property, tech and even a hearing implant company, which had a very clear purpose and mission….
Women in Business | Emma Soutter, TFE Regional Manager
Emma Soutter started working in London after finishing Hotel school, then travelled to Australia and took secondments in North America for the Olympics. After…
Women in Business | Ava Wardecki, Accor CP Hotels New Zealand
Ava Wardecki, Communications, Partnerships & Influencer Manager, Accor CP Hotels New Zealand, said her career’s north star has been combining creativity, community and commerce….
Women in Business | Kristen Pirie, JO&JOE Auckland
Kristen Pirie grew up in Southland helping in her family’s retail shop, which sparked her passion for service from a young age. After studying…
Women in Business | Kim Garner, TFE Hotels
Kim Garner’s career in hospitality started like many others, working a few casual jobs with a mix of retail and bar work whilst she…
Women in Business | Antonela Comuzio, General Manager, TRIBE Auckland Fort Street
Antonela Comuzio started her career in hospitality in New Zealand 12 years ago, when she arrived from Argentina on a working visa. Antonela Comuzio…
Women in Business | Jo Finnigan, Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown
Jo Finnigan, General Manager of Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown, said her career has been fuelled by a lifelong love of architectural design, commercial buildings,…
Women In Business | Ingrid Nicolaides
Ingrid Nicolaides has 15 years of experience across brand agencies, the Australian Football League, the Victoria Racing Club and major hospitality clubs in Melbourne,…
Women in Business | Felicity Arthur, Accor
Felicity Arthur spent more than 20 years in hotel management, working across Australia and the UK, broadening her understanding of global hospitality. She has…
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…
