10 July 2009

Lawrence '150 Years' Project Manager appointed

Wanaka-based Katy McPherson has been contracted as Project Manager for the Lawrence 150 Year Celebrations.

Katy is an experienced event manager with over 24 years worth of experience in project management, marketing, relationship and personnel management, sponsorship and finance management.

As Project Manager, she will be responsible for the development and framework for the successful implementation of the celebrations in Lawrence on Otago Anniversary weekend of 2011 to mark 150 years since payable gold was discovered in the area.

Katy also has a complementary current role in organising the 2010 Cavalcade finale celebrations.

One year’s funding for the Project Manager role has been secured from NZ Lottery Grants Board.