InterContinental Wellington has welcomed Kelly Eichholtz as the new Director of Sales and Marketing, returning to New Zealand after eight years working in senior management roles in the United Kingdom.
Kelly’s sales management experience includes key roles such as InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Key Account Manager for UK and Ireland, Director of Sales and Marketing at Crowne Plaza London – The City, and most recently an instrumental member of the launch team opening the design-led Hilton London Bankside as Director of Business Development.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kelly to this pivotal leadership role at InterContinental Wellington during a very important time for us. We look forward to combining Kelly’s international experience with our local expertise.” said General Manager Scott Hamilton.
As Director of Sales and Marketing, Kelly will manage and lead the Sales, Marketing, Conference and Events, Reservations and Revenue Management teams.
Kelly says, “It is an absolute privilege to have the opportunity to be back not only in New Zealand, but within the vibrant capital city of Wellington.”
“The InterContinental Wellington team is exceptionally passionate about the product and service, which I am delighted to become a part of, and continue to strengthen and grow our market leading position.”
InterContinental Wellington has recently completed an 18-month refurbishment throughout the hotel, which assisted in securing the New Zealand Leading Hotel Award at the 2016 World Travel Awards to accompany their existing accolades.
