Lodging Australia has welcomed a variety of new faces to its Board bringing additional business experience at a pivotal time, within the lead as much as the 2025 Federal election.
At a gathering in Brisbane this week, the Board welcomed the appointment of EVT Space Normal Supervisor Joanna Carruthers; Marriott Space Vice-President Australia, New Zealand & Pacific – Jason Nuell; Ovolo Group Chief Working Officer Wayne Taranto; and Crown Lodges and Resorts Govt Normal Supervisor, Perth, Andrew Cairns.
AA Chair David Mansfield mentioned the most recent additions deliver many years of business expertise and nationwide illustration.
“All 4 of our new board members are revered proper throughout the lodging and tourism sectors – and I welcome all of them,” Mansfield mentioned.
“From immigration and visa reform to expertise and coaching there are vital points dealing with members on the Federal degree.
“It has by no means been extra vital for lodging to talk with a united voice – and that’s what AA represents, nearly each resort mattress in Australia.
“The message for members is easy – relaxation assured we now have the proper staff in place to help AA CEO James Goodwin and I within the lead as much as the election.”
The Brisbane board assembly on Monday lined a variety of present and rising coverage points affecting AA members.
“Naturally, workforce challenges and understanding the influence of deliberate migration and visa reforms on the sector stay priorities for us and have been mentioned at size,” mentioned AA CEO James Goodwin.
“We’re additionally dedicated to working collectively to encourage stronger home and worldwide tourism together with bettering airline connectivity and affordability.”
AA state managers additionally met individually on Tuesday in Brisbane to debate a variety of points together with the election, Working Vacation Makers, rising working prices and AA’s new employment platform.
