Millennium Hotels and Resorts announce the appointment of Melanie Beattie as its Vice President of Sales and Partnerships for New Zealand.

Melanie brings extensive experience in driving growth, channel sales performance, and strategic partnerships. She is a dynamic leader with a strong background in both entrepreneurial start-ups and corporate environments, allowing her to navigate commercial opportunities across multiple industries effectively.

Prior to joining Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Melanie was Head of Distribution at Fidelity Life Assurance Company Limited. Her career also includes key senior roles at ASB Bank, Ernst & Young, and IBM, where she developed deep expertise in business development, partnerships, and revenue generation.

"After a rewarding journey with Fidelity Life—highlighted by great people and fantastic partnerships—I am excited to take on the role of Vice President of Sales and Partnerships at Millennium Hotels and Resorts, said Melanie. “This opportunity is a fantastic intersection of personal growth and professional alignment, leading Millennium’s ambitions in distribution, revenue, sales, and marketing. I look forward to working with my new colleagues, partners, and industry leaders to drive impactful outcomes in this dynamic sector.”

Melanie’s appointment comes at an exciting time for Millennium Hotels and Resorts, as the company continues to refurbish a significant portion of its portfolio to capitalise on New Zealand’s growing tourism sector. Millennium operates or franchises 18 hotels across New Zealand and owns the Sofitel Brisbane Central Hotel in Australia.