The NZICC team are here to help you bring any event to life and are focused on your success.
Sales Team
Sam Horsnell
Associate Director of Sales - New Zealand
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Sam HorsnellAssociate Director of Sales - New Zealand
Sam is our Associate Director of Sales - New Zealand. With extensive experience and in-depth knowledge, she is a trusted expert in the business events industry in New Zealand.
At NZICC, Sam leads the domestic sales team and focuses on engaging and assisting our domestic clients.
At NZICC, Sam leads the domestic sales team and focuses on engaging and assisting our domestic clients.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-horsnell-798a3a2a/
+64 27 538 9246
Sam.Horsnell@nzicc.co.nz
Sam
Sheena Zheng
Sales Manager - Association & Government (Domestic)
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Sheena ZhengSales Manager - Association & Government (Domestic)
Sheena was previously part of the NZICC team between 2018 and 2021. Since rejoining the team in October 2023 in her new role as Sales Manager – Associations & Government, Sheena's focus has been building and cultivating relationships with the New Zealand association and government market.
Reach out to Sheena for any association or government inquiries.
Reach out to Sheena for any association or government inquiries.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheena-zheng/
+64 21 110 2161
sheena.zheng@nzicc.co.nz
Sheena
Natasha Sikivou
Sales Manager - Corporate & Special Events (Domestic)
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Natasha SikivouSales Manager - Corporate & Special Events (Domestic)
Natasha is our New Zealand Special and Corporate events Sales Manager. She is passionate about fostering relationships and showcasing NZICC and Tāmaki Makaurau to New Zealand.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-sikivou-5664581b0/
+64 21 894 590
natasha.sikivou@nzicc.co.nz
Natasha
Loryn Blaikie
Sales Manager - International
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Loryn BlaikieSales Manager - International
With her previous background in driving convention centre sales and fostering key relationships with senior decision-makers, Loryn brings a wealth of experience with which she takes charge of generating new business opportunities for Aotearoa within the international business events market.
Loryn's passion lies in connecting clients, partners, and the NZICC team to create exceptional event experiences.
Don't hesitate to reach out to Loryn for any International inquiries.
Loryn's passion lies in connecting clients, partners, and the NZICC team to create exceptional event experiences.
Don't hesitate to reach out to Loryn for any International inquiries.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/loryn-blaikie-58a47a45/
+64 21 228 5151
loryn.blaikie@nzicc.co.nz
Loryn
Jessica Carlson
Sales Manager - Australia
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Jessica CarlsonSales Manager - Australia
Jessica is a sales manager with a wealth of industry experience. She focuses on building relationships with Australian clients and developing the market in Australia for NZICC.
Please feel free to reach out to Jessica with any inquiries from Australia!
Please feel free to reach out to Jessica with any inquiries from Australia!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-carlson-75b82791/
+64 9971 5674
jessica.carlson@nzicc.co.nz
Jessica
Eloise Barnes
Business Development & Research Executive
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Eloise BarnesBusiness Development & Research Executive
He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
What is the most important thing in the world?
It is the people, it is the people, it is the people.
This whakatauki (proverb) resonates strongly with Eloise – being the lens through which she sees the world and navigates her interactions with others. It talks of the power of believing we are connected to, and are, people through other people, and all that they represent, through their, and our, knowledge and experience.
Eloise is a dynamic communicator with a passion for fostering connections and bringing people together. This, with her commitment to excellence enables Eloise to cultivate meaningful relationships, and extensive networks. Her role with NZICC is to identify new opportunities, and expand the reach of NZICC’s sales team to connect with industry experts across various fields, and support the attraction of global business events to Auckland, and the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
What is the most important thing in the world?
It is the people, it is the people, it is the people.
This whakatauki (proverb) resonates strongly with Eloise – being the lens through which she sees the world and navigates her interactions with others. It talks of the power of believing we are connected to, and are, people through other people, and all that they represent, through their, and our, knowledge and experience.
Eloise is a dynamic communicator with a passion for fostering connections and bringing people together. This, with her commitment to excellence enables Eloise to cultivate meaningful relationships, and extensive networks. Her role with NZICC is to identify new opportunities, and expand the reach of NZICC’s sales team to connect with industry experts across various fields, and support the attraction of global business events to Auckland, and the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eloise-barnes-522176190/
eloise.barnes@nzicc.co.nz
Eloise
Tracey Jay
Event Planning Manager
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Tracey JayEvent Planning Manager
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-jay-1a088760/
+64 21 743 170
tracey.jay@nzicc.co.nz
Tracey
Management Team
Prue Daly
General Manager
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Prue DalyGeneral Manager
Prue joined the NZICC in October 2016 as Director of Sales and Marketing, from the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) where she was awarded a number of industry accolades, including Meetings and Events Australia’s National Business Development Person of the Year.
Promoted to General Manager of the NZICC in 2023 in preparation for opening in 2025, Prue is responsible for ensuring NZICC offers a world class delivery experience for clients and guests, and driving international bidding which will contribute $90 million in economic impact. She is passionate about building a NZICC team that is focused on excellence but is also thoughtful in how they embrace and deliver in sustainability goals, community impact to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and creating authentic New Zealand experiences.
Prue is honoured to be able to contribute back to the industry through her position on the Business Events Industry Aoteroa (BEIA) board.
Promoted to General Manager of the NZICC in 2023 in preparation for opening in 2025, Prue is responsible for ensuring NZICC offers a world class delivery experience for clients and guests, and driving international bidding which will contribute $90 million in economic impact. She is passionate about building a NZICC team that is focused on excellence but is also thoughtful in how they embrace and deliver in sustainability goals, community impact to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and creating authentic New Zealand experiences.
Prue is honoured to be able to contribute back to the industry through her position on the Business Events Industry Aoteroa (BEIA) board.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pruerogers/
+64 21 803 741
prue.daly@nzicc.co.nz
Prue
Alana Bicknell
Director of Sales & Planning
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Alana BicknellDirector of Sales & Planning
Alana is responsible for building and leading the NZICC sales and event planning team, cultivating partnerships with local and international suppliers and maximising revenue opportunities for the NZICC.
Reach out to Alana for any event enquiries
Reach out to Alana for any event enquiries
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-bicknell-295a89167/
+64 21 865 313
alana.bicknell@nzicc.co.nz
Alana
Tracey Ha
Director of Customer Experience
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Tracey HaDirector of Customer Experience
Tracey oversees all aspects of the NZICC’s brand, marketing, customer experience, and corporate social responsibility initiatives. This includes focusing on sustainability, community impact, and creating authentic cultural experiences for NZICC’s clients and guests.
Reach out to Tracey to discuss all marketing customer experience, and CSR initiatives.
Reach out to Tracey to discuss all marketing customer experience, and CSR initiatives.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyha/
+64 21 563 319
tracey.ha@nzicc.co.nz
Tracey
Ian Love
Director of Operations
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Ian LoveDirector of Operations
Ian Love joined NZICC as the Director of Operations in March 2024
A veteran in the events industry, Ian’s 30-year career spans all facets of catering and venue management.
From the Sydney Olympics to venues and events in Britain, Bahrain, Canada, New Zealand and Australia; Ian has played a pivotal role in opening and operating some of the world's most iconic events within stadia, arenas, hotels and convention centres.
As Director of Operations, Ian will oversee all aspects of NZICC's event execution and venue management, leveraging his expertise to ensure seamless experiences for clients and guests.
A veteran in the events industry, Ian’s 30-year career spans all facets of catering and venue management.
From the Sydney Olympics to venues and events in Britain, Bahrain, Canada, New Zealand and Australia; Ian has played a pivotal role in opening and operating some of the world's most iconic events within stadia, arenas, hotels and convention centres.
As Director of Operations, Ian will oversee all aspects of NZICC's event execution and venue management, leveraging his expertise to ensure seamless experiences for clients and guests.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-love-6b941544/
Ian.Love@nzicc.co.nz
Ian
Robert Cullen
Executive Chef
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Robert CullenExecutive Chef
Robert Cullen joined the NZICC team as Executive Chef in March 2024.
Working in kitchens across the United Kingdom, Russia and Southeast Asia, Cullen is a Michelin-trained Chef with experience working under esteemed names in the culinary industry, notably Raymond Blanc and Albert Roux.
Chef Cullen is passionate about highlighting local producers and creating fine dining experiences. Cullen's dedication to excellence has earned him numerous accolades, including being named one of Hospitality Business Top Chefs of 2021 and a finalist for Ambassador Chef for Beef & Lamb New Zealand.
His last international role was as the Executive Chef for King Abdullah at the Royal Palace in Jordan.
Working in kitchens across the United Kingdom, Russia and Southeast Asia, Cullen is a Michelin-trained Chef with experience working under esteemed names in the culinary industry, notably Raymond Blanc and Albert Roux.
Chef Cullen is passionate about highlighting local producers and creating fine dining experiences. Cullen's dedication to excellence has earned him numerous accolades, including being named one of Hospitality Business Top Chefs of 2021 and a finalist for Ambassador Chef for Beef & Lamb New Zealand.
His last international role was as the Executive Chef for King Abdullah at the Royal Palace in Jordan.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-cullen-05187620/
Robert.Cullen@nzicc.co.nz
Robert