Five new members have been welcomed into the Tourism Whitsundays Board, breathing new life into an already dynamic group of local tourism professionals.
The newly announced members are Nathan Fleming of Ocean Rafting, Sue Watson owner of Pinnacles Airlie Beach, Phil Browne Director of True Blue Sailing and Nicole Graham owner of Iconic Whitsunday Adventures and one invited member, Carly Povey of Bonza Airlines.
Nathan Fleming is a seasoned tourism professional who is dedicated to promoting the region with a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.
He has been a driving force in shaping the industry landscape and says he looks forward to leveraging his skills and experience to further elevate tourism initiatives.
Sue Watson has worked in the travel industry for the past 30 years, 18 years managing resorts and before that, as a travel consultant.
She is looking forward to helping promote the Whitsundays as one of the best tourist destinations and being a “strong voice for the accommodation sector in this region.”
“I am extremely excited and proud to be a part of Tourism Whitsundays,” she said.
Phil Browne has worked in the tourism industry for the past 25 years and he hopes to bring renewed energy and focus to the youth and adventure market, which he considers a vital part of our community.
“I feel enormously thankful and proud to have been nominated onto the board, and I can’t wait to begin working with the other directors and the awesome team within TW,” he said.
The board positions are as follows: Julie Telford as Chair, Tom Young as Deputy Chair, Sue Watson as Treasurer and Crystal Lacey as Secretary.
Nicole Graham has worked in the tourism industry for 28 years and says she enjoys its energy, people, and challenges.
“I am absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to join the board,” she said.
“I am eager to contribute my expertise and skills to the team, and I am confident that together, we will achieve great things.”
Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Whitsundays, Rick Hamilton said he is thrilled to have another strong group of individuals representing the board again this year.
"We have another strong Board leading us into the next year, with backgrounds covering island resorts, accommodation, marine operations, legal and airlines,” he said.
“The make up of this year's board puts us in a great position to navigate the peaks and troughs expected over the next 12 months.
“I am looking forward to working closely with this Board and drawing on their considerable knowledge of The Whitsundays.”
The newly elected board members – Phil Browne, Sue Watson, Nathan Fleming, and Nicole Graham. Photo credit: Bronte Hodge
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