Trade Development Manager
CurrentResponsible for maintaining and expanding the presence of WA in both inbound tour operators (ITO's) programmes and domestic wholesalers.Working with the regional tourist offices in WA to identify new market ready product and ensure relevant channels are informed.Work with Tourism WA's international teams to ensure any campaigns in market were supported by ITO's and they were fully briefed.Working with the trade in WA to expand their understanding of the wholesale… Show more Responsible for maintaining and expanding the presence of WA in both inbound tour operators (ITO's) programmes and domestic wholesalers.Working with the regional tourist offices in WA to identify new market ready product and ensure relevant channels are informed.Work with Tourism WA's international teams to ensure any campaigns in market were supported by ITO's and they were fully briefed.Working with the trade in WA to expand their understanding of the wholesale channel.Managing trade development budget for the Sydney office.Identify new partners/channels for Tourism WA to expand their presence, such as online and the backpacker market.Escort familiarisation trips and support the familiarisation team when putting itineraries together to ensure we are showcasing relevant product.Managing the content and distribution of Tourism WA's ITO bi-monthly newsletter.Supported the head office team to increase the awareness of Tourism WA's new branding amongst the trade on the East Coast, including organising and managing competitions within the Travel Daily.Represented TWA at ATEC Symposium Show less