
Our team
Our experienced local team ensures your event runs smoothly from start to finish.
The team behind Tākina Events has years of experience from our time managing Te Papa Venues.
For existing clients, you can expect the highly trained, talented, and friendly events staff you've come to know.
For those who are new to our service, we look forward to meeting you.
If you’re interested in booking a conference or event at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre or Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, email [email protected] or call us on +64 4 381 7272
Management Team


Andrew Dorrington - General Manager Venues

Elena Ford - Venues Sales Manager

Glenn Lust - Venues Coordination Manager

Reynold Henkel - Venues Operations Manager

Tom O'Sullivan - Audio-Visual Manager

Herwig Lanzerstorfer - Food and Beverage Controller
Sales & Marketing Team
Coordination & Operations

Jeanine Smit - Senior Functions Coordinator

Clarisse Le Floch - Functions Coordinator

Emmanuelle Souche - Functions Coordinator

Victoria Drinnan - Functions Coordinator

Floriana Medina - Functions Coordinator

Tara Terry - Functions Coordinator
