Business events professionals from New Zealand, Australia and key international markets are set to converge on Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland next month to connect with over 200 New Zealand exhibitors at MEETINGS 2025.
The Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) event returns to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland after four years. The event includes a two-day exhibition at Auckland Showgrounds on June 11-12, plus an Auckland city experience for hosted buyers on June 10 and two social functions.
The welcome night will be held at Eden Park on June 10, which will put the stadium’s events prowess on full display, while waterfront venue the Viaduct Events Centre will host the final celebration on June 12, with the official after-party at the Rooftop at QT Auckland.
Ken Pereira, head of Auckland Convention Bureau at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited says the city is undergoing a major revitalisation – from the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), the country’s largest purpose-built convention centre, to an influx of new accommodation investment.
“There are now 18,000 hotel rooms in the region, with new additions in the city centre including the Horizon by SkyCity with direct links to the NZICC, SOHO Hotel Auckland, JW Marriott, Intercontinental, Hotel Indigo, Abstract and Hotel Grand Chancellor properties, plus Auckland Airport’s new Te Arikinui Pullman. Openings this year will include the Radisson RED – the first RED in the Pacific – and TRIBE Auckland,” he elaborated.
“The City Rail Link project, and the new transport hub that is part of Auckland Airport’s expansion, support our vision for a more connected and accessible Auckland while meeting the highest standards of environmental responsibility. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to connect, collaborate and to experience all that Auckland has to offer.”
Auckland Convention Bureau will host a city tour for hosted buyers, plus fam activity for international guests. Visitors will get a chance to experience first-hand a range of Auckland’s attractions, including the All Blacks Experience and Wētā Workshop Unleashed, wine tasting on Waiheke Island, and sailing on the Waitematā Harbour.
Day Buyer registrations are still open for MEETINGS 2025.
His career also includes roles with Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental, and Savoy Group, as well as leading the launch of Sindalah Island, Neom’s first luxury island and yacht club destination in Saudi Arabia.
In her new role, Sheller will lead Virtuoso’s global cruise strategy, strengthen partnerships with top cruise lines, and drive growth in the global cruise market. She will report to Úna O’Leary, vice president, global partnerships, and be based in Parkland, Florida.
With over 20 years of hospitality experience, she has held senior roles at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Group. Most recently, she served as chief operating officer at Resense Spas, where she managed a global portfolio of luxury spas, leading business expansion and maintaining high wellness standards.
