HCA Strategic Director, James Doolan, said the conference has earned its place as the essential gathering for New Zealand’s hotel sector. “AHICE Aotearoa has become the most influential conference for the hotel sector, covering investment, operations and policy,” he said. “The connections made here have real consequences for New Zealand’s hotel sector and the tourism industry as a whole.” The fifth annual AHICE Aotearoa builds on the success of previous events, establishing itself as the premier gathering for the country’s hotel industry. A limited number of tickets and sponsorships are still available for AHICE Aotearoa, however the event is already close to selling out.