Tech Futures Shine at Queenstown's Host-Tech Expo

A Gathering of Innovators

Tech enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement as Queenstown gears up to host the second annual Host-Tech conference. Held at the vibrant Kingpin Queenstown, this two-day event promises to delve deep into the realms of technology, tourism, and hospitality, bringing together thought leaders ready to reshape the future.

A Day of Insightful Panel Discussions

Wednesday’s lineup is nothing short of exceptional, featuring panel discussions and networking events. Jo Hilson, the CTO of Tourism Holdings Limited (THL), will share her personal journey and insights from over 20 years in digital leadership.

Expo Day: Where Ideas Take Flight

Queenstown will see its tech pulse quicken on Thursday with the much-anticipated Expo Day. Showcasing an array of tech solutions tailored for different sectors, this event is a canvas where innovation meets possibility. Local workers are duly invited to explore and perhaps find the very tool they’ve needed to enhance their workflow.

The Local Touch: A Platform for Empowerment

Brad Rowe, the event’s enthusiastic organizer, is particularly vocal about engaging local workers. He passionately advocates for the potential technology brings to streamline processes across tourism, hospitality, and business sectors, urging both skilled professionals and curious novices to partake in this learning opportunity.

AI’s Role in Shaping Tourism

Renowned AI consultant Nadia Ellis will captivate audiences as she redefines perceptions of AI in tourism. From facilitating human interaction to effectively dealing with data complexities, her session is set to inspire a fresh perspective on technology’s role.

Special Sessions Defining the Future

Attendees can further enrich their experience with specialized sessions like “AI for Business: Hospitality Edition” and insights from FareHarbor about emerging customer trends. These sessions promise to equip businesses with knowledge to thrive even with minimal resources.

A Collective Vision

As the Queenstown Lakes District Council backs this pivotal event, the city stands as a beacon of technological advancement, ready to lead the charge into a future where businesses are not only efficient but also innovatively responsive to their clientele’s needs. According to Lakes Weekly Bulletin, Queenstown is on the map as a hub of tech innovation, attracting both national and international attention.

Through events like Host-Tech, Queenstown not only reinforces its reputation as a tourism mecca but also solidifies its place as an incubator for technological progress and industry evolution, bridging the gap between cutting-edge tech and practical implementation.