Nominations open for the ATIA's Council of Independent Travel Agents and Advisors (CTA)
Why Join the CTA?
Be a Voice for Indenpendent Agents and Advisors:
The CTA sits at the heart of decision making and will provide strategic advice to the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) on the operation of the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS), membership services, and industry advocacy. Your insights will help ensure ATIA remains trusted, respected, and fit for purpose delivering real value to travel agents and the wider industry.
Drive Industry Improvement:
As a CTA member, you’ll help identify priority areas for reform, advise on regulatory issues, and recommend solutions to the challenges facing travel agents today. Your expertise will directly influence the policies and practices that shape our industry’s future.
Collaborate and Lead:
Work alongside a diverse group of talented professionals, sharing knowledge and developing joint research, policy positions, and reform initiatives. The CTA values equal representation and a mix of skills, backgrounds, and experience ensuring every voice is heard.
Make a Tangible Impact:
CTA members are expected to actively participate, attend meetings, and contribute to measurable outcomes. Together, we set key performance indicators (KPIs) and hold ourselves accountable for delivering results that matter to members and stakeholders.
Who Can Join?
- Nominees must represent a current financial member of an ATIA Accredited travel agency.
- Members are appointed by the ATIA Board, with nominations welcomed from across the industry.
- The CTA strives for diversity and equal representation, with a minimum of seven members at all times.
What’s Involved?
- Bringing smart ideas to make life easier for travel agents and advisors.
- Listen to what agents are saying and bring those insights to the table.
- Spot trends and challenges early to help ATIA take proactive action.
- Bring forward ideas that make a real difference for agents and advisors.
- Use your experience to guide ATIA’s focus and priorities.
- Being committed to spreading the work of the CTA among your immediate group and the wider advisor community.
- Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity as a representative of the travel community.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about advancing Australia’s travel industry, we encourage you to nominate yourself or a colleague for the CTA. Your experience and commitment can help shape a stronger, more resilient future for all.