residents,” explains Ben Slatter, Director of Operations at H3 Group. “We’re just over an hour south of Auckland and within driving distance of nearly half of New Zealand’s population.That centralised location is a major advantage, and we use it to attract and deliver exceptional event experiences that showcase Hamilton’s premier venues.” H3 manages four key venues: Claudelands Events Centre, FMG Stadium Waikato, Seddon Park, and the Pavilion at the Hamilton Gardens.“Across those venues, we have over 40 bookable spaces and host more than 700 events annually,” Slatter shares. “From intimate board meetings to stadium events that draw 25,000 people, we welcome over half a million visitors each year.” FLEXIBILITY MEETS FUNCTIONALITY What truly sets H3 apart is its ability to adapt, accommodate, and elevate its offerings. Claudelands Events Centre, for example, is situated on 34 hectares of parkland in the centre of Hamilton and features an arena, a four-star conference centre, and a 10,000-square-metre exhibition space.“It’s like three venues in one,” says Slatter.“It’s quite unique to have that much green space around a venue while being right in the city centre. The building is designed with flexible, modular spaces that we tailor to our clients’ needs.” Slatter emphasizes H3’s full-service approach. “We provide wraparound support for our clients, from catering and audiovisual to logistics. Event planning can be stressful, so our role is to alleviate that pressure and ensure everything runs smoothly. That applies across all our venues.” PRINCIPLES IN PRACTICE H3’s seamless event experience is built on three guiding principles: dedicated hosts, tight teams, and a commitment to being the best in the business. These foundational values are deeply ingrained in the organization’s daily operations, ensuring consistency and excellence across every touchpoint. “We act as dedicated hosts,” Slatter explains.“We care about each event and go the extra mile to make sure it leaves a lasting impression. Whether it’s a major 65 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 07 H3 GROUP
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