Chris Flynn appointed new PATA Director for Australia and New Zealand

Mr. Chris Flynn has been appointed PATA Director-Australia & New Zealand, effective April 1, 2003.

Operating out of PATA's Sydney office, Mr. Flynn will bring to PATA a strong track record in international and domestic tourism. Prior to the PATA position, Mr. Flynn held several management positions in the airline and hospitality industries in New Zealand, Asia, the United States, U.K. and Europe.

PATA President and CEO, Mr. Peter de Jong, said: "Chris will bring a high level of energy to our vital membership base in Australia and New Zealand. He is PATA's first appointment in our move to invigorate PATA membership in the Pacific area.