Helloworld has confirmed the resignation of Peter Egglestone, saying he will depart the Company to pursue new opportunities.
Egglestone will remain with the business until the end of June while the company searches for a new Managing Director and Head of Qantas Holidays Wholesale.
In a statement, Egglestone said while his immediate focus was personal, he intended to remain close to the travel sector and looks forward to the next state of his career.
“I’m going to spend the next couple of months following a personal dream and indulging in some property development however I’m always going to be professionally aligned with the travel sector and I’m looking forward to the next stage of my career.”
Peter Egglestone
Helloworld Executive Director, Wholesale Cinzia Burnes wished Egglestone every success for the future before recognising his contribution to the company over the years.
“We wish Peter every success for the future and thank him for his considerable contribution to the business across a number of differing roles spanning nearly 17 years.”
Cinzia Burnes, Helloworld Executive Director
Meanwhile, helloworld today kicked off its annual helloworld for business Summit in Singapore, with some 120 corporate agents and suppliers.
Held at the Shangri-La, this year’s event is themed ‘Evolution to Revolution’ and will focus on strengthening Member’s skills and abilities.
David Padman, Helloworld’s Head of Associate, Corporate and Affiliate Networks said the helloworld for business Summit is a powerful resource for Members and the helloworld for business network as a whole.
Keynote speakers for the summit include CEO of Qantas International and Freight Gareth Evans; Google Head of Industry Travel – Australia and New Zealand Dougal McKenzie; and renowned financial journalist Ross Greenwood.
Tailored workshops will cover key challenges and opportunities facing the corporate travel industry including the “Winning at tenders – an insider’s guide” to be presented by Tony O’Connor, Founder and Director of leading independent travel management consultancy Butler Caroye Asia Pacific.
