Skål International Wellington is proud to be the first Skål club in the South Pacific, constituted in 1957.

Based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington, New Zealand’s lively and compact capital, our club connects passionate tourism professionals from across the region — all in the spirit of amicale.

Wellington may be small in size, but it delivers big on culture, creativity and connection. Nestled between hills and harbour, it’s a city celebrated for its culinary scene, rich arts and performance culture, and thriving film and events industry. From street festivals to studio tours, laneway cafes to craft breweries, and iconic institutions, Wellington is a place where inspiration meets industry.

Skål Wellington brings together tourism and travel professionals from across the capital and surrounding regions — including the Kāpiti Coast, Wairarapa, Hutt Valley, and beyond. Our members are leaders across accommodation, attractions, transport, events, hospitality and destination marketing, all committed to growing our sector through friendship, knowledge-sharing and meaningful connection.

By joining Skål Wellington, you’ll be part of a club with deep roots and a progressive outlook — a place where business gets done among friends,and where members support one another to grow personally and professionally in one of the world’s most vibrant capital cities.

Committee Members

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President
Jade Bolstad (Tourism Manager Wellington | Weta Workshop)

Vice President
Iain Craw (General Manager | Petone Club)

Secretary
Joseph Lane

Treasurer
Charlie Ives (Director | C Ives and Co)

Committee member 
Charmine Hawke (Travel Agent |The Travel Brokers)

Committee member
Jamie O’Donnell (Area Manager NZ | Minor Hotels)

Committee member
John Dow (Director | Agenda Ltd)

Committee member
Sally Attfield (Director | S Attfield & Assoc)

Committee member | Sustainability
Tom Collier (Director | Kaewa Tours)

Past President
Leigh Frame (General Manager | Novotel Wellington and iBIS Wellington)

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