Former Publicis Mojo account director and strategist Toni Ambler, now managing director TTC Tour Brands Oceania, has taken out the Woman of the Year and No.2 on the Power List in the Women in Travel Awards 2024.
Ambler was at Publicis Mojo until 2009 where she started as account manager in 2003 before heading to Contiki holidays, part of The Travel Corporation stable.
Ambler is a second-generation travel professional, her father having worked for Contiki across Europe in the early days, so travel is in her blood. An opportunity to work in London with Contiki fulfilled a childhood dream fostered by her father who led coach tours.
An impressive role model for young women in the travel industry, Ambler manages her senior role at The Travel Corporation group with an ongoing contribution to the health of the industry and an constantly inquisitive nature about the next destination. She is also mother to three young girls.
Amber has deep expertise in fostering robust trade relationships and guiding strategic initiatives that align with the company’s growth objectives.
Under Ambler’s leadership, TTC aims to strengthen its industry presence and deepen partnerships across ANZ, ensuring resilience and adaptability in the evolving travel market.
Ambler isn’t the only amazing woman to shape the travel industry. She is joined by leaders at Carnival, Intrepid, Albatross, Sydney Airport, Flight Centre, South Africa Tourism and more. Check out all of the winners of the Women in Travel Awards below.
The 2024 Women In Travel Awards Winners
- Aviation: Christina Werkstetter – Sydney Airport
- Corporate: Sarah Szubanski – Platinum Travel Group
- Employer of the Year: Amber Jackson – Tag Group
- Cruise: Elsa McLean – Regent Seven Seas Cruises
- Entrepreneur of the Year: Debbie Rains – Gallivanter Travel
- Executive of the Year: Kara Glamore – Carnival Australia
- Hotel: Alexandra Hendry – El Questro Wilderness Park
- Marketer of the Year: Maria Parisi – The Travel Corporation Tour Brands
- Mentor of the Year: Penny Spencer – Spencer Travel
- PR: Sarah Quinn – Flight Centre
- Rail: Brittney Howe – Journey Beyond
- Retail: Leisa Davis – Helloworld
- Rising Star: Rachel Miller – Intrepid Travel
- Saleswoman of the Year: Kellie Smith – Room-Res
- Social Media: Nadia Jacobs – AAT Kings
- Sustainable Champion of the Year: Susan Badyari – World Expeditions
- Tourism Board: Yana Shvarts – South Africa Tourism
- Travel Tech: Amanda Tansi – Luxury Escapes
- Wholesaler/Tour Operator: Shelley Poten – Albatross Tours (FALSE)
Woman Of The Year: Toni Ambler – TTC Tour Brands
