31 Oct 2013
The Queenstown Trails Trust has announced management changes with CEO Kaye Parker stepping down after four years to work part-time for the Trust.
The Trust’s Marketing Director Mandy Kennedy has been appointed CEO.
Trust Chairman Tony McQuilkin paid tribute to Ms Parker’s contribution during her time as chief executive.
“Kaye has made a significant impact and it is thanks to her professionalism, drive and energy that the NZ$5.4m Queenstown Trail was opened on time and on budget 12 months ago. The Trail is widely used by locals and is becoming an important tourist attraction for visitors.”
“We respect her decision to take a step back but we are delighted she will continue to work on a range of special projects for the Trust.”
He welcomed Ms Kennedy’s appointment as CEO highlighting her expertise in sales and marketing, and business development in both the hospitality and tourism industries.
“Mandy has excellent marketing and event skills and has played an important role as the Trust’s marketing director. She will undoubtedly provide strong direction for the Queenstown Trails Trust as it moves into its next phase.”
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
TONY MCQUILKIN - +64 (0)21 630908
MANDY KENNEDY - +64 (0)21 333321
PROFILE - ABOUT QUEENSTOWN TRAILS TRUST
The Queenstown Trail is the realisation of a ten year vision, combined with the tenacity, passion and patience of many individuals and organisations.
Our Vision: To create a world class trail network for walking and cycling
The Queenstown Trail is one of New Zealand’s flagship trails and along with 18 other national cycle ways is billed as a New Zealand Great Ride.
The trail covers 110kms of diverse terrain back-dropped by outstanding mountain ranges and connects three main hubs – Central Queenstown, historic Arrowtown and Gibbston – Valley of Vines. It crosses three major rivers, the Shotover, Kawarau and the Arrow, and tracks follow alongside both Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hayes. Several bridges and underpasses provide access to new and spectacular areas and en- route there are three international golf courses, famous Central Otago wineries, leading cafes and restaurants. The Queenstown Trail is “all things to all people” and families, recreational bikers and “hardcore” cyclists can comfortably share the many different tracks.
