Asata has appointed new GM, Kim Koen, effective from this month.
In her new position, Koen will provide a senior support role to CEO, Otto De Vries, and will assist in delivering on the association’s objectives and mandate.
Koen has 20 years’ experience in the travel industry, working with both private and government stakeholders. She most recently led the research firm, Kitso Consulting, and was instrumental in the development and drafting of the travel procurement strategic framework between industry and government in conjunction with Asata.
“I thrive on new challenges and am looking forward to helping position Asata members as the consumer channel of choice in the future,” says Koen.
De Vries says Koen’s experience will be invaluable in Asata’s efforts to deliver on its strategy of compliance, consensus and confidence within the travel industry.
Chantelle Browne has been promoted to Senior International Product Manager of kulula holidays, replacing Dezy de Lima, who has left the company to pursue her own interests. Browne brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained over the last ten years working in the travel industry, particularly from her background as product manager for Indian Ocean Islands.
