12 June 2024
Delving into event economics with the experts – Fresh Information Limited

H3 Group are excited to share the release of their latest Soundcheck podcast episode with Fresh Information Limited (Fresh Info).
Fresh Info is an experienced economic consultancy business in New Zealand. Their expertise in economics, research, forecasting, and strategy helps organisations in the tourism and events industry plan and make sound business event decisions for the future.
Gary Taylor, H3’s Business Development Manager – Impact Events and podcast host had the pleasure of interviewing Shane Vuletich, Managing Director of Fresh Info.
Shane joined Gary to discuss Fresh Info's methods when it comes to measuring the impact of domestic business events such as conferences and meetings, predictions for the future of tourism and events in New Zealand, and how we can best prepare for upcoming industry economic challenges and opportunities as well as much, much more.
To listen to episode ten of the Soundcheck, tune in here, Spotify or wherever you like to listen.
About Soundcheck: Hamilton's event industry podcast, Soundcheck is your chance to get the inside scoop on the event industry here in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
H3 is a division of Hamilton City Council and is home to Hamilton’s premier event venues – FMG Stadium Waikato, Seddon Park, Hamilton Gardens and Claudelands (including GLOBOX Arena, Claudelands Conference & Exhibition Centre and The Grandstand).
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