Michael Johnson takes over as interim CEO of AAoA

The Accommodation Association of Australia (AAoA) has discovered distinguished Hotelier Michael Johnson, at the moment MD of Tourism Accommodation Australia, will acquire around as interim CEO in the direct-up to the proposed amalgamation that’s thanks in mid-2023.

The move follows previous Friday’s (Sep 30) essential milestone of equally the Lodging Affiliation Council and Australian Inns Association Board individually agreeing the Scheme of Amalgamation to build the new, united peak overall body, Accommodation Australia, issue to a member vote and a pair of regulatory actions.

“Michael will mostly be concentrated on our core small business, guaranteeing we maintain our concentration on Advocacy, Nationwide Plan, and providing providers and occasions that add price for our associates,” claimed Accommodation Association President, Leanne Harwood.

“His parallel part with TAA will considerably support in alignment across these areas.

“Cass Champion will continue to guide our RTP organization with a concentration on attracting, teaching and putting expertise, and our job development pathways in hospitality. I know this is crucial to our members and that they have been observing the gains of our perform in this area.

“Thank you to our users for your help to day. This is an additional action forward to Australia’s Lodging Sector speaking with a person voice to produce even much better business representation for our users.”

Recruitment for the inaugural CEO part for Accommodation Australia is now underneath way.