Albatross Tours has appointed seasoned travel industry pro James Hewlett as its new Director of Marketing.
Hewlett has held a number of positions in more than 15 years in the travel industry, including senior roles in the UK and Australia at Hurtigruten, Titan Travel, Wendy Wu Tours and most recently, as the Head of Marketing at Collette for over seven years.
He was also a member of the executive team at Visit USA and continues to work in a consultancy role for corporate engagement at the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), where he is helping steer ATIA’s Beyond Borders Travel Summit on 25 October.
Elsewhere, he founded Endurance Marketing & Consulting in November 2023 and recently completed his Australian Institute of Company Directors accreditation.
Shelley Poten, Managing Director of Albatross Tours said the European touring specialist was excited to welcome Hewlett to the company, where he completes its Australian executive team.
“James’ exceptional calibre, impeccable reputation and value-alignment with Albatross positions him perfectly to direct our Marketing strategy,” she said.
“Our Australian and UK teams are delighted to be working with him in his new, permanent capacity as Director of Marketing.”
Brisbane-based Albatross Tours announced the appointment of Poten as it new Managing Director last year.
For more information, head to albatrosstours.com.au or contact the friendly European Travel Experts on 1300 135 015.
