The Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) has appointed Leanne Haus, General Manager of WestWorld Tours, and Conor Duffy, Vice President of RIT Vacations, to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
The association said the appointments add experience in tour operations, business development, product strategy, operations and customer experience to its leadership team.
"We are delighted to welcome Leanne and Conor to the CATO Board. Their combined operational expertise, industry knowledge and commitment to collaboration will strengthen the Board as we continue to advocate for our members and advance the interests of Canada's tour operator community," said Brett Walker, Chair of CATO.
Haus brings experience in tourism operations, strategic planning, business development and customer experience. As General Manager of WestWorld Tours, she has focused on organizational growth and travel operations.
"Joining the CATO Board is an opportunity to help advance Canada's tour operator industry through greater collaboration, innovation and advocacy," said Haus.
"I look forward to sharing best practices and working alongside fellow members to strengthen our industry nationwide."
CATO Appoints Conor Duffy, Leanne Haus to Board of Directors (Photo Credit: Supplied)
Duffy, Vice President of RIT Vacations, has more than 20 years of experience in the Canadian travel industry. According to CATO, he has helped expand the company's presence across Canada while leading product development, strengthening industry partnerships and supporting operations in Canada and overseas.
"The travel industry has played an important role in shaping my career, and I'm proud to have the opportunity to give back through CATO," said Duffy.
"I look forward to supporting the association's continued success and contributing to initiatives that benefit our members, partners and travellers."
CATO said the appointments strengthen the association's leadership and industry expertise as it continues to represent Canada's tour operator community.
The current CATO Board of Directors includes Chair Brett Walker, Vice-Chair Paola Briata, Membership and Industry Relations Committee Chair David Green, Treasurer Peter Lacy, and directors Leanne Haus and Conor Duffy.
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