Taylor has been a pivotal player in the ATIA team, with the organisation announcing at its AGM recently that there was a 97.7% renewal rate and 30 new members joined during the financial year.
During his time at ATIA, Taylor played a significant role in strengthening the association’s communication with members and the wider industry.
ATIA CEO Dean Long praised his contributions to the orginisation as well as the industry.
“Richard has made a meaningful contribution to ATIA throughout a period of considerable change for both the organisation and the industry,” he said.
“He has contributed to making our national program of events including Beyond Borders, Beyond Borders On the Road and NTIA celebrations, key touch points for industry discussion, recognition and connection… We thank Richard for the energy and approachability he has brought to his role.”
Basic details of Taylor’s next role were shared in the release which stated that, following his departure, he will begin a new venture focused on connecting people and businesses across the travel industry.
Taylor will not completely leave ATIA, however – in his new role, he will also continue to collaborate with the organisation on selected industry initiatives, emcee key events, and more.
“I’m excited to be starting a new venture centred on connecting people across this incredible industry, and I’m also very open to conversations about how I can continue contributing more broadly,” Taylor announced.
“To my truly wonderful colleagues, ATIA’s equally wonderful members and the wider industry – thanks sincerely for your goodwill and support.”
No announcement was made about a replacement.
