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NSW TOURISM INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
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About the NSW Tourism Association

NSW Tourism Association is the peak body representing the visitor economy in New South Wales. 


Comprising tourism business members and associations, NSW Tourism Association is dedicated to advancing the interests of the tourism industry in government policy, supporting the industry, promoting excellence, and driving economic growth through tourism. 


Snowy River, New South Wales

NSW Tourism Association Team

Natalie Godward

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

Domino Houlbrook-Cove


Chief Executive Officer



Based on the Far South Coast, Natalie's expertise is in community and stakeholder engagement, recognising that successful projects start and end with this key component. 


With experience in small business, events, regional tourism and cruise,  

Natalie understands the value of partnerships and is excited to lead the N


Chief Executive Officer



Based on the Far South Coast, Natalie's expertise is in community and stakeholder engagement, recognising that successful projects start and end with this key component. 


With experience in small business, events, regional tourism and cruise,  

Natalie understands the value of partnerships and is excited to lead the NSW Tourism Association for the benefit of members across the state.

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

    

Manager Membership & Accreditation


Based in the Central West, Domino is an award-winning professional with extensive experience in tourism, hospitality, community service, and education. 


As a proven leader and mentor, Domino's expertise lies in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and education including guiding teams, developing training programs, and managing successful projects. 

Sarah Kerrsmith

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

Sarah Kerrsmith


Manager Awards



Based on the Central Coast, Sarah has a passion for tourism and nurturing tourism businesses.


 Sarah’s career in destination marketing over 20 years has spanned the globe including extensive work as a judge and mentor for tourism and event businesses entering the NSW Tourism Awards, and as a Quality Tourism Assessor for the Australian Tourism Industry Council.

Shan Lawson

Domino Houlbrook-Cove

Sarah Kerrsmith

   

Program Support Officer



Based in Lake Macquarie, Shan has a long connection with NSW tourism and a love of helping the people who make the industry what it is.


Having worked on the NSW Tourism Awards for many years, Shan's heart and  expertise is in supporting tourism operators and events, keeping the details running smoothly and bringing people together along the way.

Board of Directors

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Independent Chair

CEO, Urban Development Institute of Australia (NSW),

Former NSW Minister for Tourism, Enterprise, Investment, Trade and Sport. 

Ali Cassim

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Vice Chair

Head of Marketing, Product and Digital - BridgeClimb Sydney 

Ian Wood

Hon. Stuart Ayres

Cameron Arnold OAM

Director

Chief Operating Officer - Bounce Inc.

Cameron Arnold OAM

Cameron Arnold OAM

Cameron Arnold OAM

Director

Managing Director of 

Regen Tourism

John Hughes

Cameron Arnold OAM

John Hughes

Director

CEO – Luna Park Sydney

Nick Lester

Cameron Arnold OAM

John Hughes

Director

General Manager Sydney Harbour –     Sealink Marine & Tourism

Josh Dolgoy

Elyss Larkham

Elyss Larkham

Director

Head of Government Relations, Oceania at Royal Caribbean Group 

Elyss Larkham

Elyss Larkham

Elyss Larkham

Director
EDL Consulting

Matthew Lucas

Elyss Larkham

Matthew Lucas

Director

Chair - Destination Riverina Murray

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