Inside Travel has strengthened its Australia and New Zealand trade team with the appointment of Niki Steadman as Business Development Manager.
Steadman joins the B Corp-certified tour operator, which operates the InsideJapan and InsideAsia brands, bringing two decades of travel industry experience as the company continues to expand its trade partnerships across the region.
Experienced trade professional joins growing team
Steadman previously spent many years with The Travel Corporation and has built extensive relationships across the Australian travel industry.
Inside Travel ANZ Trade Partnerships Manager Shane Voss said the appointment comes at an important time for the business.
“We’re beyond pleased to have Niki join the Australian trade team at a key season of growth for our brands and our trade partnerships,” Voss said.
“Niki is known and loved across the Australian travel trade sector. She brings fantastic energy and deep understanding of the industry with 20 years’ experience.”
Focus on supporting travel advisors
Steadman said she was looking forward to working with agents as demand for Japan and Asia continues to grow.
“I’m incredibly excited to join the team at Inside Travel and work with such well-respected specialist brands that are making a real difference in the industry, particularly when it comes to addressing the issue of overtourism,” she said.
“As interest in Japan and Asia continues to grow within the Australian market, I’m looking forward to helping our trade partners better understand the unique experiences that make these destinations so special.”
Travel advisors can contact Steadman directly via niki.steadman@insidetravelgroup.com.
