Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has appointed highly experienced event professional Nicolette Elia as its new director of event services.
Elia brings a wealth of experience to her role with a career spanning more than two decades across venues on three continents, including her most recent role as director of operations for Borneo Convention Centre Kuching.
Specialising in venue management and operational and event services management, Elia will be overseeing the Centre’s Event Services department, including the event planning, audio-visual and floor coordination teams.
Te Pae Christchurch general manager Ross Steele said that as an international standard convention centre, it was important to hire someone with global experience to ensure the Centre would remain at the forefront of business events in New Zealand.
“Nicolette has incredible knowledge of the business events industry, as well as the nuances of managing a high performing event team with a strong client focus. Her knowledge and leadership experience will be of huge benefit as we ramp up operations, support our clients and seek to take the business to the next level.”
Elia said she was tremendously excited to be joining the team at Te Pae Christchurch and becoming part of the ASM Global family, which owns and operates the Centre.
“This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a new venue, build strong foundations and leave a legacy for the people of Christchurch. Being part of something this grand is a great honour and I look forward to contributing to its success.”
