15 Tips to Boost Private Event Bookings for the Festive Season
Some of you might remember my first marketing role at Sarti (now Marameo)—the place where I also met my husband! My job was to bring in event bookings, maximising our space over the busy holiday season. Tools have changed, but the basics of getting bookings haven’t. Here are my 15 top tips to make your venue a go-to for festive celebrations.
Wine Victoria - Five Pillars Project
One of my largest projects to date: leading a $2m wine tourism initiative, developing five premium regional brands—including Pinot Coast and Shiraz Central—for the government and wine industry.
Learn more about how I drive international marketing strategies across China, the UK, and the USA, building global awareness for Victoria’s wine regions through events and media campaigns.
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How to Create Iconic Winery Events [Webinar]
Join me for an exciting webinar in partnership with Wine Communicators Australia (WCA), where I'll share my insights on creating iconic winery events. Discover practical strategies to boost revenue, engage diverse audiences, and transform your winery into a must-visit destination. Watch now!
The Essential SEO Guide for Food & Wine Brands
Feeling like your food and wine business is lost in the digital noise? Don’t sweat it! This guide breaks down simple SEO strategies to help your website shine. From keyword research to local SEO, we’ve got you covered with actionable tips to boost your online visibility and attract more customers. Dive in and discover how to make SEO work for you!
2025 Luxury Trends: What Experts Predict
As 2025 approaches, the luxury sector stands at a crucial crossroads, driven by shifting consumer behaviors and an increasing demand for ethically produced goods.
Experts like Brett Phillips, Joanna Reymond, and Pat Nourse emphasise that luxury brands must rethink their strategies to align with the evolving values of younger consumers. Read on to discover the exciting future of luxury.
St Leonards Vineyard
St Leonards Vineyard needed a clear strategy to drive growth across e-commerce, cellar door, and wholesale.
Through a business audit and dynamic workshops, we created a 3-year plan with actionable steps, refined brand positioning, and measurable goals, setting the team up for long-term success.
Anther Spirits and Distillery
I helped Anther Spirits drive awareness, engage media, and set a foundation for long-term growth through strategic marketing planning and coaching.
"Thank you so much for all your help, Holly! We’ve seen a huge uplift in customer and media engagement. You gave us fantastic insight into our business and the tools to leverage it. Your ongoing support has been phenomenal." — Dervilla McGowan, Founder and Distiller at Anther.