Nominations open for ATIA's Accreditation Advisory Committee (AAC)

Guiding excellence, trust and integrity for the Australian travel Industry.

Help shape the future of Australia's largest travel accredation program.

ATIA Accreditation is Australia’s highest mark of trust in travel. The Accreditation Advisory Committee (AAC) brings together respected leaders to guide the scheme’s standards, credibility and continuous improvement. If you care about consumer confidence and a thriving, professional industry, we invite you to nominate. Nominations close 30 November 2025.

Why join the AAC?

Make real impact. As an AAC member you will:

  • Influence improvements to Scheme's design and operations so it stays fit‑for‑purpose and trusted.

  • Provide strategic advice to ATIA’s Board & CEO on regulatory and consumer issues.

  • Identify systemic issues via the complaint monitoring insights and help prioritise solutions.

  • Co‑develop policy positions, research and reform proposals that lift industry standards.

  • Strengthen the credibility and visibility of ATIA accredited businesses nationwide.

Who should Nominate

We’re looking for talented, dedicated people from across Australia’s travel ecosystem:

  • Retail & corporate travel agencies

  • Tour operators, wholesalers & consolidators

  • Home‑based/mobile advisors

  • Industry partners and specialists

Bring your experience in areas such as compliance, consumer protection, operations, technology, training, service design, risk, or governance. Diverse perspectives are essential we encourage nominations from all states and territories, business sizes and backgrounds.

What’s expected (time & commitment)

  • Meetings: Minimum of three per year (virtual/in‑person).

  • Attendance: At least 75% of meetings to maintain membership.

  • Preparation: Review papers, contribute constructively, and collaborate between meetings as needed.

  • Term: Standard two‑year term (see Terms & Tenure below).

Eligibility

To be eligible, nominees must:

  • Be a nominee of a current financial member of an ATIA accredited travel agency or tour operator; and

  • Agree to the AAC Terms of Reference and Code of Conduct.

Nominations may be supported by recognised industry organisations that share Scheme's objectives

Selection & Composition

  • Members are appointed by the ATIA Board following the nomination process.

  • The Committee aims for balanced representation across sectors, business types, experience and geography.

  • The AAC will always have a minimum of seven members.

  • Names and bios of appointed members will be published on the ATIA website.

Transparency: Final nominees will be publicly released within 21 days of nominations closing

Terms & Tenure

  • Standard term: two years.

  • Term limit: up to two consecutive two‑year terms, with eligibility for re‑appointment after a two‑year break.

What you’ll work on

  • Prioritising improvements that grow participation and make it easier for consumers to use the scheme.

  • Advising on regulatory developments affecting consumers and industry.

  • Identifying and addressing systemic issues from complaints and other data.

  • Producing joint research, shared reform positions, and practical policy recommendations

 

How to Nominate

  1. Prepare your documents:

    • Completed Nomination Form (below)

    • Statement of interest (max 500 words) addressing: relevant experience; how you will advance ATAS’s purpose; and your commitment to attendance and collaboration

  2. Submit online: Complete the below Nomination form by 30 November 2025.

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