TNZ welcomes new board members

Tourism New Zealand is pleased to welcome Jenn Bestwick and John Thorburn to the board of Tourism New Zealand, as announced today by Prime Minister and Tourism Minister RT Hon John Key.
Jenn Best wick brings a very strategic approach and in-depth knowledge of Māori culture to the position. She has strong connections in both the education and tourism sector.

Ms Bestwick currently also holds the roles of Chair of CPIT and is on the board of NZQA and Southern Response Earthquake Services.

John Thorburn also has strong Māori links through his role as CEO of Ngāi Tahu Tourism.
Mr Thorburn is also a member of the Tourism Industry Association, a Trustee of the Tourism Industry Trust and a Member of the New Zealand Conservation Authority.

Mr Key also announced the reappointed of Henry van Asch and Jennie Langley for a second term on the board.

Ms Bestwick and Mr Thorburn have been appointed for three years, effective 6 August, and Mr van Asch and Ms Langley are reappointed until April 2014.