Newly appointed NITA CEO Dr. Joanne Stuart OBE has most recently been Director of Development at Catalyst Inc, and has also served as NI Champion for STEM and NI Chair of the US-NI Mentorship Programme.

NITA Chair Brenda Morgan MBE said:

“Joanne’s appointment comes at a critical time as NITA embarks on a number of major campaigns, in particular seeking positive change on the key issues of APD (Air Passenger Duty) and the NI VAT rate which are currently putting a brake on the growth of the hospitality and tourism sector.

“Joanne’s considerable experience and her extensive network of highly influential contacts in Government and business circles across these islands mean that she is ideally placed to lead us and to champion Northern Ireland tourism, working closely with our members and ensuring Tourism is higher up the Government agenda, and creating a more favourable climate for growth and success."