Tourism Ambassador Program

About the Program

Here at YTN, we’re passionate about guiding young people toward rewarding careers within Victoria’s thriving tourism industry. This year, we want to spotlight diverse career avenues in tourism to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.

Together with content creators at Milkbar Digital we’re creating fun, engaging stories about young leaders in the industry. We’ll also be holding in-person professional development events to showcase our ambassadors in a series of panel discussions, workshops, and keynote speaking events.

Meet our Tourism Ambassadors

Jonathon Lee

Founder –
Hop It

Jon Lee shares his tips on finding and using transferrable skills in your career.

Vivian Lyngdoh

Business Development Manager – Rydges Hotel

Vivian talks about creating a more diverse and inclusive tourism industry.

Lauren Cowie

Digital Marketing Specialist –
Alba Thermal Springs and Spa

Lauren sheds light on what it’s like relocating for your dream tourism job.

Ashley Woodrow

Marketing & Tourism Coordinator – Puffing Billy Railway

Ashley discusses how Covid has impacted the Tourism Industry in Victoria.

Madeleine Sawyer

Sustainable Destination Development Officer – Tourism Midwest

Madeleine explores centering community in regional tourism development.

Amy Gardner

Freelance Tourism Communications Consultant

Amy shares her five steps for making the transition into freelance work.

Jessica Horton

General Manager –
Go West Tours

Jessica chats about her industry experience as a woman in a leadership role.

Zipporah (Zippi) Bryan

Hotel Manager –
Punthill Essendon North

Zippi shares her top tips for how to manage and run an award-winning hotel.

Ronae Jennings

Aboriginal Tourism Adviser –
DJSIR

Ronae offers her advice on how to take the pressure off and pursue a diverse career.

George Kopelis

Yield Manager – Intrepid Travel

George discusses how data and research can improve the tourism industry.

Choose Tourism – an Australian Government initiative.

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