OUR TEAM

Henry McLernon
Head of Events

With over 12 years in the events industry, Henry is a proven strategic, creative and innovative leader who has led a number of large-scale events across the globe in the sport, music, agri, food and lifestyle space.

A people-person at heart, Henry is a true connector. Always keen for a chat and a laugh, he leads the team with enthusiasm and humour but is also the first to jump on the tools and solve problems.

When he’s not on daddy duty for his beautiful daughter Freya, you’ll find him on his boat fishing, diving or cruising with friends (with a Lion Rouge in hand of course!)

Jonathan Paul
Senior Event Manager

Jonathan (or JP) is a seasoned events professional who has worked in NZ and the UK. With a rural background, he effortlessly leads the operations and logistics for Central Districts Field Days, amongst other key events in our portfolio.

JP is a man of many talents including the ability to drive almost any vehicle, solve almost any problem and remain calm under pressure while doing it all - including being a new Dad!

Lani Walker
Senior Event Manager

I’ve spent over 10 years creating unforgettable events, from exhibitions and awards to conferences and international incentives. Some highlights? Throwing a party on the USS Missouri, hosting a charity auction in the Daintree Rainforest, and shutting down a New Orleans main street for a first-line parade. When I’m not planning big moments, I’m navigating the everyday adventures of being a busy mum of two.

Linda Glasgow
Sales Manager – Events

Based in Palmerston North, Linda manages the exhibitor sales for Central Districts Field Days. With a background in events and sales, she’s well integrated in the exhibition space and prides herself on creating and maintaining relationships.

Her 3 sons keep her busy and she’s essentially got a part-time job as their chauffeur between sports practices & games! Linda also has a love of rock music so will sneak in a good concert when she can.

Christine O’Connor
CD Field Days Administrator

Christine brings years of experience and skill in exhibitor management and administration. She puts in an immense amount of work behind the scenes and 2024 will be her 18th CD Field Days! Come event day you’ll find her in HQ keeping the show running smoothly.

Christine’s superpower is being a safe pair of hands. She’s reliable, responsive and trustworthy and our exhibitors love her! In her spare time she’s always doing something active – whether that’s playing squash or cycling in the summer, or hitting the slopes in the winter.

Carol Ainger
Project Lead

Carol wears every hat imaginable. She heads up Customer Care, ensuring timely and effective responses. Carol also project manages a number of events and handles the reporting with her financially astute nature. With a passion for good wine and good food, Carol is also the team’s go-to for a restaurant recommendation!

Hayley McLarin
PR Specialist

Hayley has been the Stuff Events team’s PR guru for the past four years – working across the event portfolio. After decades in journalism both here and in the UK, Hayley moved into promoting brands nearly 10 years ago, and likes to have fun getting the job done.

While we would say her superpower is her way with words, Hayley reckons it’s her ability to make wine disappear.