CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Thank you to all the Sponsors
of the Leadership Conference '23
TOMSA
Tourism Levy South Africa (TOMSA) is a private sector-led and public sector supported levy contribution initiative. It was set up in 1999 to provide additional funding for the marketing of destination South Africa. The establishment of TOMSA by the country’s private tourism sector was a step in recognising that the marketing of South Africa would benefit from collaborating with the public sector.
THROUGH THE FUNDS COLLECTED, WE ARE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO;
- Contribute to the marketing of destination South Africa.
- Tourism safety initiatives
- Improve air access
- Support small businesses and communities
- Fund the operations of the TBCSA
HOW DO YOU BENEFIT?
- Discounted entry for industry trade shows
- Special discounted rates on tourism grading fees
- BEE points based on the Tourism B-BBEE Sector Codes and many more
NW Parks and Tourism Board & DEDECT
From untamed bushveld to the sophistication of 5-star resorts, the North West Province provides the complete tourism package. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, the province offers an escape route to the real Africa. Nature has blessed this province with breathtaking scenic beauty, rolling fieldsof maize, golden sunflowers and vast plains of African bushveld.
The ideal backdrop for the enjoyment of our outdoor attractions: superb game parks home to the Big Five, magnificent golf courses, water features and sporting facilities.
Home to the fantastic Pilanesberg and Madikwe game reserves, the Bokone Bophirima Province offers up the big 5, fantastic bird-life and wideopen African skies. The area boasts archaeological discoveries that go back to the beginnings of humankind, as well as the world-famous Sun City hotel complex, creatively dedicated to ancient lost civilizations and modern-day pleasures. The province extends all the way from Gauteng, Northern Cape< Limpopo Provinces to the Botswana border.
The area is flanked by the Magaliesberg and the Kalahari Desert and has a population of just over four million people. Summer brings hot, sunny days (temperatures in the region of around 22 to 34 ºC); winters are relatively warm during daylight hours, however, the evenings can get somewhat chilly (temperaturerange from 15 to 22 ºC). Small wonder then that so many choose to stay in this place of sun-baked, often intemperate climate. The Province of the North West is a must see destination – one that is diverse and exciting.
Visitors seeking to experience the wilderness and cultural treasures of the North West may do so conveniently because of its proximity to the Johannesburg International Airport and the major centres of Johannesburg and Pretoria.
While visiting the North West, the traditional warmth of the province will be shared with you, as well as pride in the history and culture of the province, and visitors can take home with them lasting memories of a special experience. There’s no reason not to make your next holiday.
CAPE TOWN TOURISM
Cape Town Tourism is the City of Cape Town’s official destination marketing and destination management organisation, also responsible for visitor and industry services. Cape Town Tourism knows that successful tourism is imperative to bolster resilience in the visitor economy. The DMO works tirelessly to shine a global spotlight on Cape Town and also, closely with communities and local businesses to showcase their offerings to the world.
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS
Amongst leaders in Aviation, SAA is a respected carrier in the African continent, which currently serves a total of 11 destinations broken down into 9 regional destinations between Johannesburg, Accra, Kinshasa, Harare, Lusaka, Lagos, Mauritius, Windhoek, Victoria Falls, Lilongwe and the 2 domestic routes being, Durban and Cape Town. Coming Soon – Sao Paulo – Brazil.
South African Airways (SAA) is thrilled to announce the airlines first intercontinental route to Sao Paulo, Brazil, since the airline returned to the skies in September 2021. Bookings are already open for sale with launch flights out of Cape Town on Tuesday, 31st October and from Johannesburg on Monday, 6th November 2023.
SAA will fly to Guarulhos International Airport in São Paulo four times a week, twice out of Cape Town (Tuesdays and Saturdays) and twice out of Johannesburg (Mondays and Thursdays).
The airline is a member of the largest international airline network alliance, Star Alliance. SAA’s core business is the provision of passenger airline and cargo transport services together with related services, which are provided through SAA and its wholly owned subsidiaries: SAA Technical (SAAT), a world-class maintenance facility, and Air Chefs, the catering entity of SAA. SAAT has particularly been successful in the delivery of high-quality maintenance services such as; major airframe checks; engine overhaul; mechanical components; avionics and line maintenance.
From our first flight in 1934, SAA have welcomed the world to South Africa by showing off the warm generous heart of the country. The airline has 89 years of excellence and innovation to draw on.
SATGURU
Headquartered in Dubai with offices across the globe, Travelwings is a bespoke online tourism brand that excels at delivering unique travel experiences. Since its inception, the company has catered to 1 million+ travellers, and gained a strong foothold in 32+ nations traversing across the Middle East and Africa. Travelwings has established a strong presence in the travel domain and is constantly evolving to offer the best travel experiences.
Equipped with 25+ years of expertise, a seasoned team, a well-knit network, and excellent supplier relationships, Travelwings has become a pioneer in the world of online travel. It is also one of the leading online travel agencies in UAE with a focus on unique travel experiences, well-curated offerings, innovative services, and impeccable customer satisfaction.
MSC CRUISES
MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise brand and is the leading cruise line in Southern Africa, Europe, South America, and the Gulf region. MSC Cruises is a family-owned company driven by its brand values and provides its guests with experiences that are meant to enrich, delight and create unforgettable memories. In South Africa, the company operates out of Durban and Cape Town, taking travellers to amazing destinations such as Mozambique and Namibia.
ENCA
eNCA celebrated its 15th birthday this year year. The broadcaster made history when it launched on 1 June 2008, as South Africa’s first 24-hour news service. Since then, it’s dominated the market as a leading and discerning voice in the South African local news landscape and is trusted as a reliable source of news and current affairs.
Since its launch, the channel’s signature live reports, breaking news, sport, weather, entertainment, and business updates have become an indispensable source of local and international news for millions of South Africans.
In 2013 eNCA launched its comprehensive multimedia news website, enca.com, which was soon followed by the launch of the eNCA news app on the Android and iOS phone and tablet platforms. Staffed by a dedicated team of developers and editorial personnel, eNCA’s digital division provides an audience of 2.4 million monthly users with an immersive experience, combining the power of text, image, and video with the accessibility and portability of online news.
eNCA is also home to award-winning journalists and reporters – many of whom have been in the line of fire to cover live events nationwide. The channel recently introduced an empowering new brand identity – with an emotive call to action, inspiring South Africa to make the news their own. The channel boasts an updated logo and fresh look.
AQUA AIR
Aqua Air Africa (Pty) Ltd is a subsidiary of All Aqua International (Pty) Ltd. All Aqua International is a leading water producing company with expertise in atmospheric water, aquifer, and bulk water distribution. As a business, AAI aims to provide sustainable and reliable water solutions to address the global water scarcity challenge.
Within our Aqua Air Africa division, we harness cutting-edge technology to extract moisture from the air and convert it into clean and safe drinking water. Our advanced atmospheric water generators capture humidity present in the atmosphere and utilize state-of-the-art 12 stage filtration systems to produce high-quality water that meets the highest industry standards. We are committed to promoting eco-friendly practices and reducing reliance on traditional water sources.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to the highest quality standards. Aqua Air is ISO 9001 certified, ensuring consistent quality management across our operations. Our water purification processes are rigorously monitored and comply with international regulations, ensuring the delivery of safe and clean drinking water to our customers.
PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN
Proudly South African is the country’s official Buy Local campaign which seeks to stimulate much-needed job creation and retention in our country through the lobbying for and promotion of local goods, services and industries.
The organisation lobbies the public and private sectors to increase their levels of local procurement through their supply chain structures and encourages consumers to do so through changing their purchasing habits.
Proudly SA is a membership-based organisation, and only companies that have been audited and approved are entitled to carry the logo, which symbolises the adherence of that product or service to required local-content thresholds and quality standards.
PROTEA HOTELS BY marriotT®
Protea Hotels by Marriott® is one of the most widely recognized hospitality brands in Africa with the most extensive footprint. Protea Hotels is highly committed to delivering every guest with a personalized service experience.
The Protea Hotels by Marriott portfolio comprises of two brands, the mid-up market Protea Hotels by Marriott including the lifestyle brand Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott.
The portfolio presents a full and diverse range of outstanding hotels, each is uniquely designed with its own personality, providing guests an opportunity to get a taste of the local flavor in a truly authentic way.
Protea Hotels by Marriott offers updated facilities, a unique service culture and consistent amenities such as full-service restaurants, meeting spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi access and well-appointed rooms to ensure a comfortable, relaxed and successful stay.
Protea Hotels by Marriott is proud to be part of Marriott International, the world’s largest hotel company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with 8500+ properties across 138 territories, including gateway cities such as London, Dubai and New York.
avis budget group
Avis Budget Group (NASDAQ: CAR) is a leading global provider of mobility solutions, operating three of the most recognized brands in the industry through Avis, Budget and Zipcar, the world’s leading car-sharing network.