Meet the Team
MARK FORSTER - OPERATIONS MANAGER
Mark joined the Welcome Aboard Group in November 2002. Mark has been involved in the Tourism Industry for the last 14 years and is happy to assist you with any operations queries you may have. |
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Raina Roberts – Domestic Marketing Manager
Raina has an extensive background in Tourism having spent the last twelve years working in both New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Raina’s experience includes Marketing roles at the International Antarctic Attraction and Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism. Please contact Raina for all website and local Advertising enquiries. |
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BLAIR HARTLAND - international marketing manager
Blair has a vast background in the Travel industry having worked for Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism for over six years as the International Marketing Manager. Following this he began his own business, Tourism Frontiers, assisting tourism operators in marketing and promoting their activities & attractions off-shore. Please contact Blair for all International Advertising, Trade and Media enquiries. |
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| LYNNE SMITH - SALES & MARKETING EXECUTIVE |
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Lynne moved to New Zealand from Australia 14 years ago and has been involved in tourism for the past eight years. Lynne has been a travel consultant with Pacific Travel and worked with Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism in the i-SITE as a frontline consultant and supervisor.
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angelika dermech - retail manager
Angelika moved to New Zealand from Germany over six years ago and fell in love with our beautiful country AND a handsome ‘kiwi Cantab’ – now her husband. Angelika joined our company in 2005 and is passionate about retail and quality service. Please contact Angelika for all retail enquiries. |
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duane fyfe - food & beverage manager
Duane has a varied background in logistic management and event planning having worked throughout New Zealand and overseas with the United Nations. Please do not hesitate to call him for your next special event. |
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johnny mei - accounts executive
Johnny joined our team in 2005 and has an Honours in Bachelor of Commerce. Johnny is originally from China but has lived in New Zealand for over seven years. Please contact Johnny for all accounts enquiries. |
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Gondola Staff
Gondola Cableway Operator
We currently have five full time Cableway Operators and several part time/casual staff. Each staff member is given the necessary training required to operate the cableway and if you wish to know more about this interesting career, please contact Operations Manager, Mark Forster.
Gondola Shop at the Top
Our friendly team at the Gondola Shop at the Top sell tickets and a wide range of quality gifts and souvenirs to suit all budgets. If you wish to know more about working in our retail store, please contact our Retail Manager, Angelika Dermech.
Summit Café & Pinnacle Restaurant
The Summit Café and Pinnacle Restaurant is operated by well respected catering company – Compass Group. The Pinnacle Restaurant team includes several talented Chefs and wait staff. We pride ourselves on providing the best in quality service and cuisine. |
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