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Natasha: Education/ Qualifications/ Academic background and Professional roles

World Conference Team • 29 Mai 2026

Academic background, areas of study, qualifications.

  • Doctor of Philosophy (2011-2015) – Complex tourism networks and brand governance. Griffith University, Australia.
  • Masters of International Tourism and Hospitality Management. (2011) James Cook University, Australia.
  • Bachelor of Science – International Tourism Management (2008-2011). Sheffield Hallam University, England.
  • Diploma of Governance (2023). Institute of Community Directors, Australia [online].
  • Certificate IV Training and Assessment (2010). Enrich Training, Australia [online].
  • Certified Carbon Management Leader (CCML™) (2025). Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications. Australia [online].
Professional roles or business appointments (from 2016 to today)

EarthCheck (2020-present) - Principal Consultant – Destinations, Strategy & Insights (EarthCheck) and Director of Research and Policy (EarthCheck Research Institute and the APEC International Centre for Sustainable Tourism).

EarthCheck is the world leading scientific benchmarking and certification organisation for the travel and tourism industry.

As Principal Consultant, I am an Executive level team member shaping the strategic direction of the organisation, identifying, bidding for and completing projects with a focus on resilient and sustainable destinations and businesses.

In addition, I lead the EarthCheck Research Institute (ERI), a not-for-profit focused on advancing knowledge across the tourism industry. This is achieved through the creation of collaborative and inclusive spaces to deliver research projects. The APEC International Centre for Sustainable Tourism requires constructive and positive response in different cultural, social and work contexts to provide policy advice across APEC member economies.

Queensland Tourism Industry Council (2015-2020 ) - Policy and Research Manager. 

As Policy and Research Manager at the Queensland Tourism Industry Council, I led advocacy and stakeholder engagement across a network of over 1,000 members. I ensured diverse voices informed policy responses and delivered initiatives such as disaster management training and climate adaptation for the sector. This work demonstrates outcomes in enabling participation, building capacity, and supporting communities to respond to complex challenges through inclusive and collaborative spaces.