31 July 2024
Discover what it takes to craft epic world events with Major event specialist, Chris Simpson
H3 Group is thrilled to announce the release of their latest Soundcheck podcast episode, featuring Chris Simpson, former Head of Major Events for Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, now heading his own company, Major Events Group.
A former Tall Black, Chris has an extensive list of events in his CV including the bid process for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, the 2017 World Masters Games and the 2015 Cricket World Cup.
Chris discusses with Gary Taylor, H3’s Business Development Manager the event industry post-covid, the strategies involved in bidding successfully for major events and the true value big events bring to communities throughout New Zealand
To listen to episode 11 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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