Hundreds of Aussie travel agents, industry leaders and suppliers are in the ‘world’s coolest little capital’ today at the helloworld Owner Managers Summit (OMS).
Close to 600 people are expected to attend this ‘perfectly timed ‘ helloworld meet-up – a reference to the ‘Inspired by Wellington’ visitor campaign currently running in Australia. It will be the first helloworld summit under the new CEO Andrew Burnes.
Wellington Regional Economic Development Agency (WREDA) secured the helloworld conference in 2014 after several years of bidding against other destinations in Australasia.
The travel company, which recently merged with AOT Group, says delegates are to look forward to a weekend of inspiration, culture and entertainment in Wellington.
“We are thrilled to be holding our annual Owner Managers Summit in Wellington this year. Wellington is such an energetic and creative city with so much to see and do – it’s the perfect location for our 2015 Summit focused on leadership. Our members will be immersed in the culture and buzz of Wellington and I am sure they will leave inspired and invigorated for the year ahead.”
Jenny Macdonald, Interim CEO, helloworld
WREDA Chief Executive Chris Whelan was delighted to welcome the helloworld OMS to Wellington yesterday:
“Any conference of this scale is a win for Wellington, but it’s especially positive to have helloworld’s Owner- Managers with us for the weekend. Their network sells over $4.9 billion worth of travel to Australians annually, so giving them a first-hand experience of Wellington is a fantastic opportunity for the region.”
Chris Whelan, Chief Executive, WREDA
The helloworld OMS has a welcome function today on Queens Wharf, sponsored by Air New Zealand.
