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How we can help

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How we can help you plan your next business event in Nelson Tasman

Rita is the friendly face who will host you in the region if you wish to visit and scope out potential venues and activities and connect with our local businesses.

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Impartial advice

The NRDA is an independent organisation committed to the success of your event. We are connected to local stakeholders and operators across the region and can ensure you are connecting with exactly the right people in the right place.

Coordination of bids

We are well-placed to support the coordination of bids when pitching for national and international events.

Advice on activity programmes pre or post conference/event

We work alongside experts in regional activities – there are simply too many to count. Our region is a visitor hotspot, and you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to outstanding experiences outside of your event.

Full promotional resources

We have a comprehensive promotional resources database at our fingertips—video, regional b-roll, still images, and visitor guides. View our regional toolkit.

Contacts for all key professional services and event support

We have long-standing relationships with every professional service provider in the top of the South. We can fast track a connection with exactly the right supplier in the right location for you.

Get in touch

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Rita Merriman, Business Events Lead

From offering impartial advice for venues to helping sort incentive programmes and connecting you to the right suppliers, Rita should be your first port of call when considering Nelson Tasman for your next event.

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