Early project development of the proposed Queenstown Hot Pools and Spa…. watch this space!
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Kirien WithersKirien’s long-standing perspective on spa and wellness tourism – backed by sound business and operational understanding, deep communication and engagement skills and detailed knowledge of the global industry’s progression – is highly valuable for projects that require macro and micro spa and wellness experience.
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As a key business publisher with a strong wellness and tourism background, Kirien forged a leadership role and championed the NZ&A spa and wellness industry’s development across tourism, hospitality, brands and small local business, driving development through consulting to private developers, councils and Government on the emerging wellness industry.
She led the launch and content of B2B publications that informed industry development, launched the first consumer facing NZ&A spa search website and the first award-winning spa and wellness tourism newsagent publication and led the establishment of the Australasian Spa Association and its associated industry Conference and Exhibition.
Kirien has presented nationally and internationally on spa and wellness matters including forums for government on spa and wellness market interpretations for tourism and hospitality operators. Her expertise has directly contributed across many regional projects including Australia’s famous Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, Gaia Retreat & Spa, Saffire-Freycinet and Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools.
As the consumer demand for healthier choices, sustainable wellness informed living, hospitality, tourism and eco-product availability escalates, Kirien continues to inform industry on development, operations, branding and communications for maximum ROI from this continuously evolving valuable market sector.
Now based in Dunedin, Robert is our key contact on the ground for the area. Robert brings over 40 years of experience from across the globe having held professional roles in New Zealand, UK, Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Robert specialises in architecture, project management, urban planning and design and has a depth of experience in managing complex portfolios for education and cultural heritage properties. He also has experience in advocacy and community engagement and has worked for many years in the tourism sector.
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Ian WarrenIan is our key associate, and the first port of call for infrastructure-led cost accounting, estimating, contract management and quantity surveying. With industry experience in the building, civil engineering and mining industries, Ian is recognised for his technical and practical skills as well as for being a leading trainer of project management in South Africa and New Zealand.
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With operational and marketing experience in large visitor attractions, hot pool complexes, ski fields, motel chains and ancillary tourism services, Anton brings a depth of tourism knowledge to the Joseph & Associates team.
Anton’s contribution in the fields of market research, strategy and business case development ensures our tourism based clients and partners have a realistic, practical and effective approach to feasibility.
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Richard holds an HND in 3D Design and Construction Management and has more than 30 years of experience under his belt. During this time he has worked across all sectors of the construction industry, including commercial, industrial, hospitality, retail and heritage.
Flexible and resourceful, Richard’s expertise has seen him deployed on projects in Australia, Fiji, Antarctica and throughout New Zealand, specialising in project implementation, contract law and multiple location management.
In his spare time, Richard might be found fishing the central lakes, or trying his hand at sustainability on his lifestyle block, breeding rare Hampshire sheep and getting taken for walks by his family’s two
Huntaway’s.
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