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Movers + Shakers: Albatross Tours adds Michelle Daniels as Regional Sales Manager

Brisbane-based Albatross Tours has appointed Michelle Daniels as Regional Sales Manager, joining the national sales team headed by fellow new recruit Harry Sargant – both graduates of the TIME mentorship program.

Brisbane-based Albatross Tours has appointed Michelle Daniels as Regional Sales Manager, joining the national sales team headed by fellow new recruit Harry Sargant – both graduates of the TIME mentorship program.

Well-known in the Australian travel industry, Daniels commences with the company from her most recent role as National Business Development Manager with Evolution Travel Collective.

Based in Melbourne, Daniels joins at a pivotal time for the award-winning small-group tour operator as it approaches peak sales season for its Festive 2025 Europe program and will be responsible for nurturing trade partnerships.

Albatross Tours Harry Sargant Shelley Poten Michelle Daniels James Hewlett
Albatross Tours team (L-R): Harry Sargant (National Sales Manager), Shelley Poten (Managing Director), Michelle Daniels (Regional Sales Manager) & James Hewlett (Director of Sales & Marketing).

Albatross Tours Director of Sales & Marketing James Hewlett welcomed the new appointment and addition to the team.

“We are absolutely delighted that Michelle has joined the team as we continue to invest in our trade partnerships. Advisors can look forward to engaging and fun interactions with the Albatross Tours team,” he said.

Winners are grinners: James Hewlett (2nd from left) with some of the winning team at Albatross Tours.
Winners are grinners: James Hewlett (second from left) with some of the winning team at Albatross Tours. (L-R): Maria Limberios, James Hewlett, Shelley Poten, Euan Landsborough & Julie-Anne Landsborough.

Albatross Tours Managing Director Shelley Poten added: “With back-to-back NTIA wins for Best Tour Operator – Specialised, we are absolutely committed to excel even further.”

“Having recently welcomed Harry Sargant, we now bring Michelle to the team, which will bring more success for our retail partners who love our style of touring so much.

“Michelle has such a depth of understanding of the retail sector and sales skills set; we really are bringing together some of the best talent in the industry.”

Find out more at albatrosstours.com.au