CORNERSTONE IS A PREMIER
EVENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY

specialising in corporate and incentive events

EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

A formidable team with an

impressive record of event experience

The business opened its doors over nine years ago, and has enjoyed successful growth as it continues to deliver exceptional results to our clients.  Long term industry professionals Natalie Brumniach and Karen Sainsbury, co-managing directors of Cornerstone, have an impressive record of event experience under their belts.  Having first worked together at Novotel Twin Waters Resort in the late nineties where they formed a formidable team, they have fulfilled their vision of opening a business together. 

Highly Accredited

Well Affiliated

Cornerstone are current members of the nationally recognised industry body,  Professional Conference Organisers Association, and are also accredited as a Certified Event Management Company by the PCO Association. Our Managing Director of Operations, Natalie Brumniach has accreditation with the PCO Association and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and Karen Sainsbury, Managing Director of Sales & Development is also an accreditation holder and is additionally one of the national councillors of the PCO Association. Additionally, Cornerstone is accredited with IATA, holding Travel Industry Designator Service (TIDS) certification.

The team who will work with you to deliver your events are mature, experienced and driven to achieve your objectives.

Meet our team

We’re serious about delivering exceptional events and creating long term connections with our clients. We are a well-travelled team with a wealth of first-hand experience, and strong industry relationships. Our team will make a difference to your event, we approach each client with a unique fervour and provide you with one on one service all the way through.

Natalie Brumniach & Karen Sainsbury

Natalie Brumniach & Karen Sainsbury

Managing Director (Operations) & Managing Director (Sales & Development)

Founding Directors Natalie and Karen, have been working together for the past 17 years in the events industry. After countless requests from clients they were inspired to leave their successful Hotel careers and create their own event management company. Cornerstone Events have evolved into a bespoke event agency, partnering with key clients to deliver exceptional event experiences. Natalie is passionate about life and gets the most out of every day and Karen has a love for travel, taste testing vineyards around the world but most importantly spending time with her loved staffies.

Danielle Fitzsimmons

Danielle Fitzsimmons

Event Manager

Danielle is a seasoned event industry professional, she brings to our team a wealth of experience in corporate, association and special events. Danielle has an incredible eye for detail and a memory second to none, she always goes the extra mile to deliver exceptional events. Danielle has a touch of country in her urban back yard with 3 pet chickens and keeps herself extra busy running after three gorgeous children and baking cakes when she gets the chance.

Kylie Hatcher

Kylie Hatcher

Event Manager

Kylie has been involved in the Events & Hospitality industry for over 15 years, working with corporate, government and association clients. Her natural warmth and engaging personality endears her to both our client and supplier relationships. She is tenacious in her approach to ensuring outstanding event experiences. Kylie’s beautiful daughters aspire to be the next budding pop stars and keep Kylie on her toes.

Rebecca Crosbie

Corporate and Groups Travel Manager

Multi-award winning Corporate Travel Management specialist, Rebecca, covers all of our travel needs. Beck has over 20 years’ experience in the industry and is AFTA, ATAS and IATA accredited. Beck has a love of family Cruising holidays and a borderline obsession with Cheese and Olives.

Kristie Swann

Accountant

Kristie is a qualified CA, and oversees our accounts functionality. She has a strong background in corporate accounting working with companies such as EY and Ricoh. Kristie enjoys leading an active lifestyle with her family and two gorgeous girls.

Jane Bond

Jane Bond

Business Development Manager

Jane has a long history of customer service and sales experience across the hospitality industry, and has been an instrumental part of the Cornerstone Events team for over four years. Her sales focus is not only on our business but to also assist in achieving our clients’ sponsorship and event targets. Jane is living the dream in beautiful beachside northern NSW with her husband and boys.

Ines Kharouni

Ines Kharouni

Marketing and Events Coordinator

Ines graduated from QUT in Journalism and Media and Communications in 2015. She is responsible for our digital marketing strategy and proposals, venue finding and contracting as well as event coordination across our events. Ines is enthusiastic and continuously brings a fresh perspective to the team. She has a cheeky rescue kelpie and beautiful dressage horse who both keep her very busy in her spare time!