Our Team
Our team works behind the scenes to ensure your conference delivers your objectives and exceeds your expectations
With attention to detail, precise systems and professional implementation we work to ensure your conference is a success in every way. Our staff enjoy ongoing professional training and we continue to upgrade and invest in new technology to ensure you get the latest and best service. As well as our conference team, Workz4U offers full support services such as graphic design, printing, website development and administration.
Donna Clapham
BCom Marketing & International Business Director, Conference Manager & Certified Event Manager (PCO Association of Australasia) Mobile: +64 21 325 133 Email: donna@w4u.co.nz |
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Director Donna Clapham is a Certified Event Manager (CEM) which is the industry qualification for Professional Conference Organisers. This is your guarantee of professionalism and an industry benchmark. After having gained a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in marketing and international business, from The University of Auckland, Donna has spent the past 25 years creating, organising and managing events, conferences and exhibitions for the corporate world. She has managed conferences for the medical industry whilst with MTANZ and The Conference Company; along with other not for profit associations such as The Telecommunications Users Association and The Direct Marketing Association. Donna started Workz4U in 2006 and has been successfully delivering medical conferences and events ever since.
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Lynda Booth BTM Certified Conference & Event Manager 12 years with Workz4U, 19 years in conference/events industry Phone: +64 9 917 3653 Email: lynda@w4u.co.nz Lynda completed a degree in Tourism Management (BTM) prior to commencing a career in the tourism, hospitality and conference industry which spans 21 years. She has for the last 15 years solely focused on the management and creation of conferences and events, primarily in the medical and healthcare, education and IT industries. Lynda has managed small intimate gatherings to large international conferences. Lynda is also a Certified Event Manager (CEM), the industry benchmark for Professional Conference Organisers. |
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Greg joined the Workz4U team in November 2018 with a strong background in hotel management and conference planning. After working for the Medical Industry Association of NZ for 5 years, he moved to Melbourne and worked for ‘International Conferences and Events (ICE) Australia’ managing conferences all over Australia. Working with a range of clients from Plastic Surgeons to Construction Management in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and the Gold Coast. After living in Melbourne for over 6 years Greg has returned to Auckland and brings with him a wealth of knowledge from Australia. So, if you are looking to have your next conference in Australia we have the experience to help you select your venue, accommodation options and social event venues.
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Lesley has been in the industry for over 20 years. She has been with Workz4U Conference Management since inception.
Her role of conference co-ordinator allows her to exhibit skills of communication and multi tasking. She enjoys the challenge of the busy office routine dealing with all aspects of delegate registration, accommodation and general enquiries culminating in on-site management. She started with HISANZ (Health Industry Suppliers of Australia and New Zealand), now MTANZ (Medical Technology Association of Australia and New Zealand). Married into a sailing family she enjoys cruising and exploring the Hauraki Gulf and when at home can be found either in the garden, kitchen or with her nose in a book. Balancing life as a mother with 3 grown children and work has created a very busy life which she relishes.
Her role of conference co-ordinator allows her to exhibit skills of communication and multi tasking. She enjoys the challenge of the busy office routine dealing with all aspects of delegate registration, accommodation and general enquiries culminating in on-site management. She started with HISANZ (Health Industry Suppliers of Australia and New Zealand), now MTANZ (Medical Technology Association of Australia and New Zealand). Married into a sailing family she enjoys cruising and exploring the Hauraki Gulf and when at home can be found either in the garden, kitchen or with her nose in a book. Balancing life as a mother with 3 grown children and work has created a very busy life which she relishes.
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Elvira Mametkaliyeva recently moved from Almaty, Kazakhstan to New Zealand. In Kazakhstan she was HR Generalist for Hewlett Packard Enterprises. She possesses vast experience in corporate administrative and organisational activities. Elvira is very excited and encouraged to be assisting with organising medical conferences with Workz4U. Her experience and knowledge – including being fluent in Russian is a valuable benefit! Elvira is a graduate from the Auckland Institute of Studies, with a Post Graduate Diploma of Business Administration.
