We are delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew Smith as the new Chief Executive Officer of Destination Asia, succeeding Monique Arnoux after seven years of exceptional leadership. Matthew will commence in his new role on August 1, 2024.
Matthew has been part of Destination Asia since his appointment in 2018, helping develop the key sectors of meetings and events, tailormade travel and cruise. His forward-thinking approach has helped strengthen Destination Asia’s footprint and been pivotal in driving innovation and growth within the company.
Matthew Smith, CEO Destination Asia, commented, “I am honoured to lead a pioneering company like Destination Asia and to build upon our exceptional product offerings and industry-leading services provided to clients worldwide. I look forward to collaborating with our talented teams to shape the future and continue exceeding our clients’ expectations.”
Sebastien Doussin, Divisional Vice President, added, “Matthew brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as a regional general manager and is highly respected in the industry. His extensive background in meetings, events, and DMC activities across various well-known travel businesses speaks for itself. Having worked with Matthew for several years, I’ve seen firsthand his talent for navigating our industry, inspiring our teams, and driving strategic vision and innovation.”
As Destination Asia embarks on this new chapter, the company extends its gratitude to Monique Arnoux for her outstanding leadership and dedication. Monique’s vision and efforts have laid a solid foundation for the company’s future success.
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