Nadia Ellis is an experienced AI consultant, builder, and strategic marketer passionate about making AI accessible, practical, and impactful. As the founder of Curiosity, Nadia guides tourism and purpose-led organizations through strategic AI adoption, creating bespoke AI assistants, agentic workflows, and automations that significantly reduce administrative overhead. With over 20 years of experience leading teams and building brands in the ski and tourism sectors, she blends deep marketing expertise with hands-on technical skills, focusing on human-centered strategies and real-world outcomes.
Previously, Nadia served as General Manager of Marketing for RealNZ, overseeing the consolidation of multiple brands into a unified, purpose-driven identity focused on conservation and community engagement. A dedicated advocate for AI literacy, Nadia emphasizes education and practical experimentation, enabling businesses to adopt AI confidently, sustainably, and without compromising their unique brand voice or human connection.