Tourexpi
To
ensure continuity, former WTTC President & CEO Gloria Guevara will return
on an interim basis to lead the organisation through the duration of the Global
Summit. The WTTC Board and Members expressed their gratitude to Guevara for
stepping in at this pivotal moment.
Leadership
remarks
Greg
O’Hara, WTTC Chair, said: “I’d like to send Julia my best wishes for her speedy
recovery and also thank Gloria for stepping in at such a crucial time. I am
sure that Gloria will lead the Global Summit to great success.”
Manfredi
Lefebvre, WTTC Chair Elect, added: “WTTC and its Members wish Julia Simpson a
swift recovery and thank Gloria Guevara for supporting the organisation in her
absence. Gloria brings decades of experience as one of the most respected
leaders in the sector.”
Gloria
Guevara, WTTC interim CEO, said: “I am honoured to support the organisation and
its Members during this time and to lead the Global Summit in Rome. I send my
best wishes to Julia.”
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