Speakers

We are thrilled to have Tim Campbell appearing again as Master of Ceremonies for the Travellers Choice Conference.

One of Australia's most versatile and much-loved entertainers, Tim is a star of both stage and screen, having had leading roles on Home and Away, House Husbands and Big Sky, hosting national prime time shows including Celebrity Singing Bee, Wheel of Fortune, National Bingo Night and Postcards, as well as appearing in stage shows Wicked, Rent and Shout! 

In 2023, Tim and husband Anthony Callea accomplished a sold out national concert tour to critical acclaim. Their current tour, The Songs of Elton & George sees them play to sold out shows across the country, including orchestral shows at The Sydney Opera House and Melbourne’s Hamer Hall.

When he's not Dancing With the Stars or entertaining on Channel 9's Carols By Candlelight, Tim is enjoying a quiet, easy going cocktail at home - his social media may tell a different story!

As Chief Executive of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), Dean is an inclusive leader who is deeply passionate about the Australian travel industry and represents all travel businesses, regardless of their size or segment, in Canberra, across Australia and around the globe.

Globally, Dean is a Director and Treasurer of the World Travel Agents Association Alliance, advocating for improvements to airline financial settlement. Over the last 20 years, Dean has served as the CEO and Executive Director of the Accommodation Association of Australia and in other roles across the political and public service arms of government. 

Under Dean’s leadership, ATIA has seen significant growth and influence. His efforts have elevated the Association from AFTA to ATIA, providing a strong voice for travel agents, tour operators and wholesalers. His championing of policies that promote fair competition, growth and innovation has greatly benefited members of ATIA and the Australian travel community.

Dean holds a Bachelor of Applied Science, Environmental Management and Tourism from Western Sydney University and a Masters of Management from the University of Technology Sydney.