EVENT Hospitality and Entertainment NZ (EVT) has welcomed newly appointed Tracy Martin to the position of National Director of Sales for EVENT Hotels and Resorts New Zealand and Director of Sales & Marketing for Rydges Wellington.

Martin is thrilled to be a part of the EVT family, being attracted by the authentic and progressive nature of the company.

“It’s an incredibly exciting time to join the multi-faceted Event Hospitality family. The company’s flexible, creative approach to this dynamic industry is novel and it’s my privilege to head up such a talented team, be immersed in stimulating brands and promote the exciting expansion plans.”

Martin further adds, “my passion was further ignited by genuine pride, dedication and contentment of the employees. From the imaginative restaurant concepts unrivalled by other hotels to the warm, friendly service, their culture and working style is truly genuine and authentic.”

Martin joins EVT with an impressive resume with over 30 years of travel sales experience.

Having worked for several companies including Protea Hotels, Southern Sun, Mantis Collection and Red Carnation Hotel group, Martin immigrated with her family from South Africa to New Zealand in 2008 joining Mirvac Hotels and in 2012, following an acquisition by Accor Hotels, she transitioned into the Accor sales team as Director of Sales for Corporate.

In May 2014, Martin was appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Sofitel brand in New Zealand with her portfolio increasing in May last year to include Director of Luxury Sales & Marketing – New Zealand, Fiji and French Polynesia.

Martin has already commenced her new role with EVT and has hit the ground running.

“My initial focus will be three-fold. Firstly, to support the hotels to achieve their overarching objectives, secondly, draw on my luxury knowledge to enhance the guest value proposition with new, enticing experiences, and thirdly to develop Owner Advocacy.”

Martin is one of New Zealand’s most experienced and talented travel sales marketers says Simon White, General Manager for EVENT Hotels and Resorts brands.

“Tracy is highly motivated and along with her extensive hotel opening, revenue and owner relationship experience, Tracy has notable sales and marketing knowledge across all market segments with impressive domestic and international contacts. Her ability to think strategically with a consumer focus makes her the ideal person to lead the sales strategy across the Rydges and QT brands in New Zealand.” Ends

For more information please contact:

Danelle Ayers

Marketing & Brand Manager

Rydges Hotels & Resorts – New Zealand

Mobile: +64 21 277 1237