Avis Australia announced the 2019 finalists for its renowned Avis Travel Agent Scholarship program yesterday.
The top five applicants from across Australia and New Zealand, as selected by the judging panel The judging panel of travel industry leaders, have each consistently shown a high standard of customer service and demonstrated innovation in the workplace, while keeping sustainability front of mind.
Tom Mooney, Managing Director – Pacific, Avis Australia said: “The 2019 finalists for the Avis Scholarship showcase those who are continually raising the bar for excellent customer service across the travel industry.
“This year’s focus on sustainability has elevated the range and quality of applications received even further. We are excited to see the continued enthusiasm and high calibre of applicants for this year’s programme and look forward to finding out the winner at the Awards Gala Dinner.”
The 2019 Avis Scholarship finalists are:
Natalie Morgan, Phil Hoffman Travel – SA, Australia
Jen Lloyd, Savenio – QLD, Australia
Ben Ogden, CWT – NSW, Australia
Melanie White, TravelManagers – TAS, Australia
Charlotte Chalman, House of Travel – New Zealand
Established in 1996, the Avis Travel Agent Scholarship aims to encourage, recognise and reward outstanding customer service. Now in its 23rd year, the programme has evolved into one of the most valuable and prestigious awards offered to Australian and New Zealand travel professionals.
The winner of the sought-after scholarship receives prizes valued at $35,000, with one of the highlights being 2x Qantas business class travel tickets to an industry conference of the winner’s choice within the Asia-Pacific region. They will also receive professional coaching and profiling for one year from Right Path, industry training opportunities and Cruise 365 Conference tickets, courtesy of Cruise Lines International Association Australasia (CLIAA).
Finalists will travel to Sydney to present to the judging panel before the winner is announced at the Awards Gala Dinner on Wednesday 13 November 2019.
