Tuesday, October 1, 2024 The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has successfully concluded its inaugural Aviation and Tourism Board Governance Training in Canberra, Australia. This four-day program provided SPTO Board members with valuable insights into modern board practices, strategic decision-making, and risk management, ensuring alignment with international governance standards. Key representatives of SPTO attending the workshop included Deputy Chair Mr.
Viliami Takau (Tonga) and Board member Mr. Francis Carlos Domnick (Republic of the Marshall Islands), along with SPTO Chief Executive Officer Christopher Cocker. The training served as an essential platform for engaging with tourism and aviation specialists, encouraging meaningful dialogue and collaboration among industry professionals.
The program concentrated on several critical areas, including the roles and responsibilities of Board Directors, contemporary governance practices, risk management, and adherence to legislative compliance. One of the program’s highlights was a series of facilitated sessions that allowed Board members to collaboratively work on the development of a formal Board Charter. Supported by the Australia-Pacific Partnerships for Aviation (P4A) and funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the training provided an invaluable opportunity for Board members, management, and stakeholders to deepen their governance knowledge and strengthen their leadership skills.
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