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NTIA Custodians a vital force behind the success of the 2023 NTIA

The Custodians, appointed for the first time this year, generously volunteered their time and expertise to support the integrity of the NTIAs and worked diligently to ensure the awards process is robust and impartial.

ATIA acknowledges and appreciates the dedication of each Custodian in ensuring that the NTIAs continue to uphold the highest standards of excellence and fairness. Their contributions have been instrumental in making the 2023 NTIAs a truly remarkable celebration of achievement within the travel industry.

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO JEAN SUMMERS, DIRECTOR OF HR, CLEAN CRUISING

“It has been a great honour to assist with the NTIA Awards as Custodian this year. To have a better understanding of how the Awards categories are decided, and also to ensure each category of the industry is represented on their own merit, as well as being able to contribute to the process of how finalists and winners are selected has give me a much better appreciation of the challenges every awards program has. It is to ATIA’s credit that they sought out industry’s input with this, and also readily took on the feedback from the Custodians. Did we get it all perfect? No, but we can continue to strengthen the program further and set a strong example of the integrity needed for Awards programs throughout our industry.”

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO TONY GOTHARD, CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER, LUXURY ESCAPES

"This was my first NTIA, and it was great to see the industry embrace the night and come together from all over Australia. The camaraderie on display was outstanding, and it was clear from the outset these awards really meant something to all participants, nominees, and winners alike!"

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO DICK WEBSTER, CO FOUNDER, JOURNEY EARTH

“The opportunity to meet other industry players and business owners and listen to their perspectives and insights on the various questions we have dealt with as Custodians in shaping the 2023 NTIAs has been something I have really enjoyed.”

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO BARBARA WHITTEN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, ANYWHERE TRAVEL

"We are all from different parts of the industry with different backgrounds, which is very important. We had a wide brief with the custodians able to help sort the categories into a more practical framework, providing input on the evening’s format and also voting on the judges."

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO CHRIS FUNDELL, HEAD OF MARKETING AUSTRALASIA, GLOBUS FAMILY OF BRANDS

"As Custodians, we want to be part of the group helping to take NTIA to the next level. What was really pleasing was getting so many messages from colleagues on the night saying how wonderful NTIA was."

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO ANN-CATHERINE JONES, GENERAL MANAGER, FRONTIER TRAVEL

“I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with everyone to bring this year’s NTIA awards to life and learn about the various aspects of the industry outside of my purview. With the industry evolving almost daily with new business models and the way we do business, it’s important for ATIA to continue to collaborate with those on the front line to ensure that the awards are not only appropriate and relevant, but accessible to all with a level playing field for nominations and applications. The night itself was a spectacular success, and it was brilliant to see both award nominees and winners get the recognition they deserve for their exceptional work.”

QUOTE ATTRIBUTABLE TO DAMIAN BORG, DIRECTOR OF SALES, NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE

“Becoming an NTIA custodian was not just a responsibility; it was an opportunity to contribute to a vital aspect of the travel industry and provided me with the opportunity to work collaboratively with some amazing individuals. The role allowed me to appreciate the intricate workings of the NTIA event, and its impact on the industry. Witnessing the success of the event I played a small part contributing to was immensely gratifying!"