Collette has promoted Samantha Tamba to the newly created position of Director of Field Sales – Australia & New Zealand, effective 1 September 2025. The appointment comes as the company continues to expand its presence in the region, offering over 170 tours across seven continents.
Previously Collette’s Business Development Manager for Queensland and Northern New South Wales, Tamba brings extensive travel industry experience, having held roles with Albatross, Insight Vacations and Flight Centre in both Australia and New Zealand.
Leadership and local expertise
Collette’s Managing Director Australia, Karen Deveson, said, “Samantha walks into this new role understanding the momentum Collette has in Australia and sees the opportunity ahead of us. Her strong relationships and ability to implement our global sales strategies at a local level across both retail and group channels will be a huge asset.”
Tamba said she was excited to step into the leadership role, saying, “This is an opportunity to deepen my industry relationships and share Collette’s values and unique offerings – from distinctive accommodation to meaningful cultural experiences – with the next generation of Business Development Managers. Three generations of family ownership speaks volumes about the Collette culture and I’m thrilled to continue my career journey with the company.”
Collette is now recruiting a new Business Development Manager for Northern NSW and Queensland.
