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o make the most of any event, small or large, you need the right
location, the right venue, the right atmosphere and the right support
team. Team members want to feel that coming together has a clear
purpose and impact, and that it differs from business-as-usual.
That’s where EVT Hotels and Resorts, with their comprehensive brand
portfolio comprising of QT, Rydges, Atura, Museum Apartment Hotel,
Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua and LyLo come in.
Over the past few years, conferencing and events have seen a significant
change in trends. There was, of course, the Covid-19 pandemic. Then,
pent-up demand flooded back into the market. Looking ahead to
2025, the EVT team are looking forward to being in full flow, curating
events unique to any business’s needs. They know that, by leaning into
conferencing trends, they can provide the best experiences.
With a range of properties across New Zealand, EVT can accommodate
anything from an intimate team meeting to a large national conference
for 500+ attendees and multi-day trade shows. With conference and
events specialists at each property, the company has built a strong
reputation in the industry for executing high-quality functions, providing
incredible service and value. The nature of EVT venues means guests can
work, stay and eat on site, with exceptional food and beverage offerings
and quality accommodation.
Value is king
Each property in EVT prides itself on offering a personalised approach
to event organisers and guests alike, says National Director of Sales
& Marketing, New Zealand, Tracy Martin. She says EVT understands
that value will always be a deciding factor in decision-making, while
recognising that how value looks is different for everyone.
“We’re a company that knows customers and communities,” says Tracy.
“We understand and appreciate that no two events are the same, and
everyone wants to make sure they get great value from a conferencing
partner – and that doesn’t always mean a lean price.
“We work with clients on what’s important to them. Whether that’s
flexibility in cancellation or payment terms, a menu designed to keep the
brain functioning through complex sessions, special surprises for VIP
clients, or a breathtaking Queenstown waterfront location to inspire and
reward a team – we’ve got you covered.
“Working with organisations to understand what value means to
them, and designing bespoke packages that meets those needs,
is what we do.”
Technology is here to stay
While personal connection is still the number one priority, EVT
understands that, as businesses grapple with the cost of domestic and
international flights, inflation and the increased cost of living, the hybrid
model still has a place in the conferencing scene. Excitingly, this means
ample opportunity to make events unique and unforgettable.
Having the right technology is now a baseline for conferencing, including
having skilled technicians on site. The emergence of AI in this space is
something everyone is keeping an eye on, to see how it develops and
how it can assist, says Tracy.
Ultimately, whenever technology is being utilised, a venue is only as
good as the technology allows, she says. “Not all tech is equal, nor is the
training for how to properly use it. Each EVT property has a dedicated IT
technician who can be on-call for your event to ensure seamless delivery,
whether the guests are beaming in from that city or across the globe.”
Sustainability impacts decision-making
Sustainability is increasingly important in the conferencing space. “Like
EVT, many New Zealand businesses are values-driven, and for some,
sustainability is a non-negotiable. Many want to make sure that the
environmental cost of bringing their team together for a large function is
considered by the venue”, says Tracy.
“At EVT, we value sustainability and are continuously making
improvements. We are always happy to share and discuss with clients
how we can prioritise sustainability for their events to ensure how they
bring together key stakeholders is aligned with their values.”
Central point of contact
QT Hotels and Resorts, Rydges Hotels and Resorts, Atura, Museum
Apartment Hotel, Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua and LyLo are all part of
EVT Hotels and Resorts. This ensures there are options fit for every
budget, taste, industry and location. As well having properties in
Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, EVT is an
Australasian brand. This means the
group can also offer access to sister
hotels in Australia and Singapore for
conferences, meetings or incentives.
“Whatever takes your fancy, this is
your opportunity to put ‘above and
beyond’ on the agenda,” says Tracy.
“Get in touch! We’ll make sure we
create your event – elevated.”
EVT Hotels and Resorts
www.evt.com
Contact
Sikati Felise
021 496 584
sikati_felise@evt.com
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STAYING
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CONFERENCING
CURVE
There is an art to delivering
events that inspire, reward
and galvanise teams, as the
professionals at EVT Hotels and
Resorts well know.