Alison Smith

Millennium Hotels & Resorts, New Zealand
Ali has been involved in tourism and hospitality her whole working life and for over 20 years has held the position of Director of Conference & Incentives, New Zealand and Australia selling on and off shore business for Millennium Hotels and Resorts. Prior to working in sales, Ali was at the coal face and in management in hotel operations.

Ali is well known throughout the industry both nationally and internationally. She has strong business relationships with the New Zealand Tourism Board, regional bureaus, associations, PCOs, and event and meeting management companies. Ali’s industry experience and sales skills have been an asset during the 16+ years she has served as a Platinum Member on the CINZ Board. Ali has enjoyed seeing the changes and growth in Business Tourism over the years and being actively involved in the strategic development of the industry.

Phone: 0275 220 726