Richard Munro, who led the Accommodation Association from mid-2011 to mid-2019 is returning in the role of CEO on 20 September 2021 as the Association completes its merger with the Australian Hotel Association/Tourism Accommodation Australia.
Munro has worked in the accommodation sector for more than 35 years and has held operational roles for a host of major brands including Sheraton, Southern Pacific Hotels, Christmas Island Casino, The Star, Accommodation Association of Australia and the Cronulla Sharks.
“Richard has been heavily involved in the merger process and, in addition to his time as CEO of the Association, he brings 35 years-plus experience in our sector,” said Accommodation Association Chair Julian Clark.
“He is an accomplished executive with a strong track record in operational roles for major brands including Sheraton, Southern Pacific Hotels, Christmas Island Casino, The Star and the Cronulla Sharks. Most recently, Richard has been leading and transforming the Coral Sea Resort in North Queensland.
“Richard is well known to members and his approach with a continued focus on advocacy will resonate with the Association’s membership base as the Association continues to push for additional support for our Sector.”
Munro said t is an honour to return to the role and to lead the Association and its members through this milestone stage.
“I have been heavily involved in progressing the merger behind the scenes and look forward to moving it through to completion to reinforce the fundamentals of the accommodation sector so that we can better meet the immediate challenges as well as those ahead.”
“This is a sector that I love and believe in and I am excited to be resuming the role of CEO of the Association.”
