Welcome to the new Destination Hauraki Coromandel trustees
Published on 20 February 2025
(New Destination Hauraki Coromandel Trustees from left to right: Kristin Dunne, Ella Zhang, Jo Malcom and Jason Hill. Not pictured: Clare Bradley)
Destination Hauraki Coromandel welcomes new Trustees
Thames-Coromandel District Council (TCDC) and Hauraki District Council (HDC) are pleased to jointly announce the appointment of five new trustees to the Destination Hauraki Coromandel (DHC) Board, effective from Thursday 20 February. These appointments signal an exciting new chapter for the Regional Tourism Organisation, which plays a vital role in promoting Hauraki Coromandel as a premier visitor destination.
The new trustees bring a mix of skills in governance, tourism, sustainability, and regional development, setting DHC up to navigate future opportunities and challenges with confidence.
Let’s meet the new trustees:
- Jason Hill: A tourism sector veteran with 25 years of governance and senior management experience, both domestically and internationally.
- Ella Zhang: An expert in regional tourism and economic development, with significant contributions to sustainability initiatives and community engagement.
- Kristin Dunne: A seasoned tourism strategist and Fellow of Marketing, with leadership experience in destination stewardship and global tourism consultancy.
- Jo Malcom: A business coach with an accountancy background and 24 years of consulting expertise, specialising in cultural and structural transformation across various sectors, including tourism.
- Clare Bradley: CEO of the award-winning AgriSea, with extensive governance experience and a strong focus on sustainability and Māori business leadership.
The new trustees have appointed Jason as Chair, and Ella as Deputy Chair of DHC.
As we welcome the new trustees, we also extend our gratitude to outgoing trustees, and Tony Coombe, John Sandford and Scott Lee.
"We'd like to thank John, Scott, and Tony, for their immeasurable service in their time as trustees over the past decade” says TCDC Mayor Len Salt. “Their dedication over many years has been instrumental in advancing the region’s tourism sector.”
Their achievements include fostering collaboration, supporting the industry to navigate the challenges of a global pandemic and Cyclone Gabrielle, and being strong advocates for visitation and product development initiatives in Hauraki Coromandel.
“We’re lucky to live in one of the most beautiful areas in New Zealand with an envious work-life balance. The retiring trustees have been instrumental in showcasing this nationally and internationally and I’m excited to see what heights we can reach with the new trustees on board”, comments Hauraki District Council Mayor Toby Adams.
Destination Hauraki Coromandel is a Council-Controlled Organisation of Thames-Coromandel District Council and Hauraki District Council. It is committed to driving the growth and success of the region’s tourism sector, ensuring it benefits local communities, businesses, and visitors alike.
Find out more about Destination Hauraki Coromandel