The travel industry knows a thing or two about resilience. In recent years, professionals have weathered disruptions, pivoted strategies, and supported one another through immense challenges. Now, the Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) is calling on the industry to recognise and celebrate emotional resilience by nominating a deserving peer for a special honour at this year’s CATO International Women’s Day (IWD) Lunch.
Set to take place on Thursday, 6 March 2025, at Q Events, Melbourne, the event is more than just a networking opportunity. It’s a chance to acknowledge the strength, perseverance, and leadership of women in travel who have gone above and beyond in the past year.
Nominate someone extraordinary
CATO is offering 10 complimentary tickets to women in the industry who have demonstrated exceptional emotional resilience. Whether they’ve guided teams through uncertainty, championed change, or led with unwavering strength, these women deserve to be recognised.
To submit a nomination, simply email cato@cato.travel with the following details:
- Nominee’s name and company
- Nominator’s name and contact details
- A short statement (200 words or less) detailing how the nominee has shown emotional resilience in the past year
If selected, both the nominee and the nominator will receive complimentary tickets to attend the event.
Applications close soon
Nominations are open to anyone in the travel industry, but time is running out. Submissions close on Friday, 21 February 2025, with the selected nominees announced ahead of the event.
A fresh approach to IWD celebrations
This year’s CATO IWD Lunch has been reimagined as a collaborative industry gathering, focusing on unity, resilience, and collective impact. It’s designed to bring the travel industry together on equal footing, fostering meaningful conversations and celebrating the achievements of women in the sector.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, 6 March 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Q Events, 123 Queen Street, Melbourne
Ticket Pricing:
- Individual: $185 (incl. GST)
- Table of 10: $1,850 (incl. GST)
For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.
