Speaker: Donna Brooke, New Zealand Bed and Breakfast Association / Sunlover Retreat
Category: Bed and Breakfasts / Tourism
Session: The tourism industry is having a tough season right now, but we can push through by staying focused and optimistic. In this session, we will talk about what the New Zealand bed and breakfast industry has experienced lately and what practical actions business owners can take to weather the storm.
About Donna: With a background in sales and marketing management of 5-star accommodation and a deep-seated value of Kiwi hospitality shared with Chris her husband, Donna decided to create a unique bed and breakfast, showcasing the stunning heights of Tairua and NZ as a whole. Sunlover Retreat has been the recipient of numerous awards most notably being nominated into the Trip Advisor Hall of Fame and is sitting in the top 5 of B&Bs in the Asia Pacific. Now on the Board of the Bed and Breakfast Association, Donna shares her marketing knowledge and optimism with B&Bs throughout the country. Find Donna on her website, Facebook, and Instagram. Learn about the NZ Bed & Breakfast Association on their website here.