BANGKOK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural Travel Daily Media – Inspiring Women in Travel (Asia) Awards 2023 honoured some of the amazing women in the travel industry. The awards were presented at a gala ceremony at Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok on June 24.
Travel Daily Media – Inspiring Women in Travel (Asia) Awards 2023 awardees
TD-IWTA Awards honoured women who have made outstanding contributions to the travel industry, demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and a commitment to driving positive change. The awards aim to inspire and empower more women to pursue their dreams and excel in various roles within the travel sector.
"It was an incredible evening being surrounded by and celebrating the amazing women in our industry across Asia. Congratulations to all the awardees and to the outstanding line up of inspirational nominees. We truly have so many amazing women in our industry. I am immensely inspired to keep the IWTA movement moving forward. We will be hearing more stories of incredible women, round table discussions, and meeting male champions in our industry," Michaela Connor, co-founder and chairperson, Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA).
This year's winners were selected from a record number of entries, and the judging panel was impressed by the high level of innovation and creativity on display.
The winners of the TD-IWTA Awards 2023 are:
Women Entrepreneurs in Travel Asia
Women of Corporate Social Responsibility
Women of the Future
Essence of Women
Women Champion in Travel
Male Champion for Gender Equality - Mike Stewart, General Manager, Intrepid Travel
Most Inspiring Woman in Travel - Anchalika Kijkanakorn, Founder & Managing Director, Akaryn Hotel Group
Hall Of Fame - Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi, Executive Vice President, Sukosol Hotels And The Siam Hotel
TD-IWTA Awards is sponsored by Ponant Cruises, BCD Travel, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Shiji, Myanmar Airways International, Thaiger, Abercrombie & Kent, Paulaner, Regent Seven Seas, HotelBeds, TBO.com, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Distribution, Air Astana, Rival, Cebu Pacific, Intrepid Travel, Campbell PR, B-Concept. Meanwhile, Cision – PR Newswire is TD-IWTA Awards' official news distribution partner.
"I am in awe of the remarkable achievements and trailblazing spirit exhibited by the winners of the TD-IWTA Awards 2023. I am grateful to our invaluable sponsors, whose support has been instrumental in making the event a resounding success; the esteemed judges for their tireless efforts in evaluating the submissions and selecting the winners; and to the dedicated committee members who have worked relentlessly behind the scenes.
"I would like to extend my admiration and appreciation to the incredible women who have participated in the TD-IWTA Awards 2023. Your courage, resilience, and exceptional talent have shattered glass ceilings, inspired generations, and paved the way for a more inclusive and diverse industry," Gary Marshall, CEO, Travel Daily Media.
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