New marketing and comms manager at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in New Zealand has appointed Melanie Gurden (pictured) to the role of marketing and communications manager.  She joins the venue team after a successful tenure with professional services organisations and brings valuable expertise in brand management, marketing, and communications. General Manager Ross Steele said: “We are delighted to have Mel join the Te Pae Christchurch team. Her experience and enthusiasm will ensure Te Pae Christchurch remains a strong and visible brand in our key markets.” Gurden took up her new role at Te Pae Christchurch in October. Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is a crown-led major anchor project for the regeneration of Christchurch delivered by Rau Paenga Limited and managed by ASM Global. Te Pae Christchurch has capacity to host up to 2,000 delegates and features a 1,400-seat auditorium, 2,800sqm of exhibition space and 24 meeting rooms. For more information visit tepae.co.nz