Attend New Zealand

Voula Siatiras is a highly respected leader in New Zealand's destination management, travel and events industry, bringing more than 20 years of experience designing and delivering conferences, incentive programmes, corporate events, government projects and bespoke group travel experiences throughout New Zealand and around the world.

Prior to co-founding Attend New Zealand, Voula has held senior leadership roles across the travel and events sector, most recently as Head of Groups & Events at Orbit World Travel Wellington, where she led a high-performing team of 16 event and travel professionals. In this role, Voula was responsible for the successful delivery of complex conferences, incentive programmes, sporting events and government projects.

Throughout her career, Voula has managed programmes ranging from intimate executive incentive experiences through to major international events involving thousands of delegates. Her portfolio includes delivering travel and event logistics for the New Zealand Olympic Committee at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, management of aircraft charter programmes for APEC, and leadership roles supporting some of New Zealand's most significant international events and conferences.

Voula has extensive experience working across government, corporate, sport and incentive sectors, including the successful delivery of programmes associated with CHOGM, the World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education (WIPCE), and numerous large-scale conferences and international meetings throughout New Zealand, Asia, Europe, North America and the Pacific.

Known for her strategic approach, strong supplier relationships and attention to detail, Voula specialises in bringing together every element of a successful programme; from accommodation sourcing and venue negotiations to transportation logistics, delegate services, special events and VIP experiences.

As Managing Director of Attend New Zealand, Voula works closely with clients to create authentic New Zealand experiences that showcase the very best of Aotearoa. Her passion for destination management, combined with decades of industry relationships and operational expertise, ensures every programme is delivered with creativity, professionalism and exceptional care.

Standing as a distinguished figure in the travel industry, boasting over 35+ years of extensive experience. As the Owner and Director of Orbit World Travel Wellington and Adventure Travel, Paul has honed a keen business acumen, deeply understanding the intricate needs of clients in the travel sector. His journey in the industry is marked by a profound commitment to delivering excellence and adding true value to every travel and destination experience.

Paul’s expertise is not just in overseeing operations but also in recognizing and fulfilling the nuanced demands of travellers seeking unique and enriching experiences. With his seasoned perspective and innovative approach, Paul plays a pivotal role in shaping AttendNZ.

Scott brings a depth of industry experience and a genuine, customer-centric approach to the realm of travel and destination management. With a decade-long tenure at Orbit World Travel Wellington, including four years as the General Manager, Scott’s understanding of the travel sector is both comprehensive and nuanced. Known for his honest and straightforward communication style, Scott has a knack for building strong, trust-based relationships with clients and partners alike.

His expertise extends across the entire spectrum of travel management, from conceptualizing unique travel ideas to executing them. His insights into the end-to-end process of travel management significantly contribute to the foundational strength of the AttendNZ start-up.

When working with Scott, you can expect not only a wealth of knowledge but also a commitment to transparency and excellence that defines the core of AttendNZ’s service philosophy.