Future Talent in the Travel Industry
London Tuesday 3 July 2018
Grant Thornton, 30 Finsbury Square, London, EC2A 1AG
Grant Thornton, 30 Finsbury Square, London, EC2A 1AG
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Network with travel industry employers at ABTA’s second annual future talent conference.
What do industry employers expect from candidates looking to work in travel? From desirable qualifications and qualities to the future of travel industry roles, attend for first-hand insight into employability in travel. As the industry develops, learn what skills gaps employers will be looking to fill and how your candidates can meet the criteria for these new positions.
Conference highlights
- Discover current and future trends in travel – the impact on workforce, training and education
- Explore Brexit priorities for the travel industry and higher educational institutions
- Get a crucial update on graduate schemes, internships, placements and apprenticeships
- Hear employer perspectives on talent, desirable qualifications and qualities
- First-hand experiences from graduates, students and interns
Speakers include
- Moderator: Vicki Wolf, Education Partnerships Manager, ABTA
- Myra Cooke, Head of Performance and Development, Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Holidays
- Carolyn Smith, Head of People Development, TUI
- Elaine Bader, Head of Overseas Resourcing, Eurocamp
- Anne-May Janssen, Head of European Engagement, Universities UK International
- Alan Wardle, Director of Public Affairs, ABTA
- Annette Allmark, Director of Strategic Policy, People 1st
- Dimitrios Buhalis, Head of Department – Tourism & Hospitality, Bournemouth University
- Simon Thomas, Head of Employability and Talent Development, Department of Tourism and Hospitality, Bournemouth University
- Celeste Jones, Head of Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management, University of Hertfordshire
- Natasha Iacona, Management Accountant and HR Partner, Intrepid Group
- Justin Rix, Partner, Grant Thornton
- Maddie Blanks, Assistant Manager, Grant Thornton
- Doreen McKenzie, Consultant, Oasis Travel
- Nicky Duffy, UK Operations Manager, Clarity Travel Management
- Bradley Escorcio, Product Manager, Thomas Cook Media & Partnerships and member of the TTG 20 Under 30 scheme
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