Wellington Chamber of Commerce
Media Statement
Tuesday 28th March 2017
Spackman appointment a coup for city, says Chamber
Wellington’s reputation as the creative capital of New Zealand will be greatly enhanced by the appointment of Victoria
Spackman as the first director of Te Auaha New Zealand Institute of Applied Creativity, says Chamber of Commerce Chief
Executive John Milford.
“It’s a real coup for Te Auaha and for Wellington to have Victoria Spackman as the start-up director.
“She brings with her a breadth of experience in and knowledge of theatre, television and film, as well as in business,
that would be hard to find anywhere else.
“That’s a great mix, and I know she will build Te Auaha into something really special.
“The joint venture by Whitireia and WelTec to establish an institute for visual and performing arts, design, media and
other creative disciplines was an inspired move, and Victoria’s appointment tops it off.
“I’m confident that with her at the helm, Te Auaha will soon become known beyond New Zealand, and further drawcard for
the city.”
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