ANZCRO has promoted Jess Walker to National Account Manager for Helloworld and preferred agency partnerships, effective immediately. The move recognises her fast-paced contribution since joining the business earlier this year and signals the company’s continued investment in strengthening its trade relationships.
Walker joined ANZCRO in March 2024 as Business Development Manager, quickly becoming a key part of the Sales and Marketing Team. Her work in the role has been marked by consistent engagement with trade partners and delivery of measurable results across core distribution channels.
What will her new responsibilities include?
In her new role, Walker will oversee account management for Helloworld and preferred agency partnerships. She will work alongside Andrea Alloway, Key Account Manager – Flight Centre Travel Group, to enhance collaboration and maintain strong alignment between ANZCRO’s trade-facing teams.
The expanded focus will ensure continued growth in core partnerships while reinforcing the company’s reputation for responsive, trade-first support across the Australian and New Zealand markets.
What has been her impact so far?
Since joining, Walker has been instrumental in deepening ANZCRO’s agency relationships. Her on-the-ground engagement with agents and wholesalers has contributed to a more cohesive distribution network and helped drive booking momentum within the company’s key leisure and package sectors.
Her collaborative style has been widely recognised by trade partners and colleagues, reflecting ANZCRO’s commitment to building teams with strong industry connections and operational agility.
What’s next for ANZCRO’s sales team?
ANZCRO has confirmed it is now recruiting for a new Business Development Manager to build on Walker’s progress and support continued expansion in the market. The company’s focus remains on aligning its sales structure to meet growing demand for tailored, New Zealand product and package solutions among Australian agents.
With Walker’s appointment, ANZCRO aims to reinforce the consistency of its partner engagement strategy and maintain its strong position as a specialist operator for New Zealand travel.
KARRYON UNPACKS: ANZCRO’s promotion of Jess Walker strengthens the operator’s trade interface across key retail networks. The new structure aligns account management with growth priorities, keeping agency support central to the company’s competitive edge.
