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Leading white-label hotel management company, Capstone Hotel Management is delighted to announce the appointment of four new team members as the company continues to expand its portfolio and strengthen its position within New Zealand’s hotel industry.
Matt Nicholas – group operations manager
Based in Auckland, Matt Nicholas brings more than 20 years of operational and commercial leadership experience across leading hospitality brands in New Zealand and abroad. A graduate of AUT with a Bachelor of International Hospitality Management, Matt has held senior roles with Adina, Naumi Hotels, and Millennium Hotels. He most recently served as General Manager of Sunrise Garden Albany and Operations Lead at KPMG Auckland. Matt commences his role on May 12.
Katherine Wilson – group marketing manager
Joining Capstone’s Auckland office on June 30, Katherine Wilson brings more than 15 years of marketing and brand leadership experience across hospitality, retail, and entertainment sectors. Her previous roles at Les Mills New Zealand, Stride Property, Event Cinemas, and The University of Auckland highlight her expertise in high-impact national campaigns and brand strategy. Katherine’s focus will be on elevating Capstone’s marketing strategy and brand presence across all key markets, reporting to director of marketing Nona Jackson, who has returned to Capstone after a short hiatus.
Akshay Bangari – cluster sales manager, Western markets
Akshay joins the Auckland team with a strong background in luxury hospitality sales, having led pre-opening strategies and secured major contracts at InterContinental Auckland. His experience includes senior sales roles at InterContinental Wellington and Crowne Plaza Auckland, where he developed deep relationships with inbound travel agencies and high-net-worth clients. Akshay’s data-driven approach and strategic mindset will be key in supporting Capstone’s expansion across key western markets. Akshay commences his role on May 26.
Chiqui Sayson – marketing executive
Starting on May 26 in the Nelson office, Chiqui Sayson brings 13 years of multi-market marketing experience to Capstone. Her career spans senior marketing roles in the Philippines and Malaysia and more recently in digital marketing with agencies in Nelson. With expertise in branding, content creation, digital campaigns, and graphic design, Chiqui will support Capstone’s group-wide marketing initiatives and help drive brand consistency across its growing hotel portfolio.
These strategic hires bring extensive expertise across operations, marketing, and commercial strategy, reinforcing Capstone’s commitment to delivering exceptional service, driving performance, and supporting its partners and properties nationwide.
“We are proud of the collaborative and high-performing culture we’ve built at Capstone, and we’re confident our new team members will be a fantastic fit,” says founder and managing director Clare Davies.
“Their proven track records and diverse industry experience will be instrumental as we move into the next chapter of growth.”
