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Kate Stinchcombe-Gillies

Owner, Coconut Comms and Kaihanu Lodge

Kate Stinchcombe-Gillies is a travel marketing consultant and founder of Coconut Comms, combining 20+ years in PR and marketing with hands-on hospitality experience running a hosted lodge in Central Otago. She helps founder-led travel and hospitality brands grow through better acquisition, retention, and advocacy, drawing on her work with TripAdvisor, luxury travel clients, PMCs, and SaaS providers.

10:50 - 11:25 AM

Main Event 18th MARCH 2026

Session 2

03:40 - 04:20 PM

Masterclass Day 17th MARCH 2026

Session 4

10:50 - 11:25 AM

Main Event 26th MARCH

Breaking Through the Noise: NZ Marketing Strategies That Actually Work

Proven marketing tactics tailored for the NZ market to maximize visibility and guest engagement.

03:40 - 04:20 PM

Masterclass Day 25th MARCH

The Path Forward: Challenges and Opportunities for NZ PMCs (ASTRA Session)

Join moderator Kate Stinchcombe-Gillies and industry leaders Jennifer Mattlin (HiAtlas) and Rochelle King (Urban Rest) as they discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities for NZ PMCs. Gain insights on scaling operations, bridging knowledge gaps, and adapting to guest expectations to succeed in a competitive market.