GSTC Announces the Results of its 2024 Board of Directors Election

The GSTC Board of Directors plays an integral role in the leadership of the organization. Most seats on the board are filled via annual elections of and by current members of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The GSTC Election Committee has validated the votes and released the results of the 2024 election.

Two board members were newly elected to 3-year terms: Inge Huijbrechts Chief Sustainability and Security Officer at Radisson Hotel Group and Jorge Moller, Director of Regenera NGO. Two board member were re-elected to 3-year term: Matt Callaghan, Chief Operating Officer at easyJet holidays and Kathrin Möllers Director Sustainability & ESG, TUI Group.

Commenting on the election, GSTC Board Chair, Luigi Cabrini stated: “I wish to warmly welcome the elected board members. During the last 15 years the GSTC Board of Directors has played a key role in defining the mission of the organization, which is today a global reference for setting sustainability standards in tourism. The new board members will contribute to steer the strategy and policy of GSTC with their expertise, commitment and influence. »  

“Through strategy, policy and action, we can all be part of the transition to a sustainable travel and tourism industry. I’m proud to be elected to the GSTC Board of Directors, allowing to guide and influence destinations and the private sector on this essential journey for positive impact.” – Inge Huijbrechts, Chief Sustainability and Security Officer at Radisson Hotel Group 

“Sustainability is a big and urgent challenge for Latam & Caribbean, we need to reinforce the need of evolution in the way we do and think tourism… from the GSTC board I will try to do my best to help develop my communities towards a better life for them, by spreading the word of the huge opportunity that we have in Latam to demonstrate that Sustainable Tourism is a way de protect culture and nature. Countries as well, needs to be working close together and the leadership we can provide through the GSTC Board is a good path to lead the way. I personally compromise all what’s in my hands to help this cause.” – Jorge Moller, Director of Regenera NGO; and GSTC Program Director Latin America

“I’m honoured to have been elected to the GSTC Board of Directors. At easyJet holidays, we’ve worked closely with the GSTC since 2021, educating and supporting our hotel partners on their journey to meet globally recognised criteria and achieve certification. As one of Europe’s largest tour operators, we want to have a positive impact on the environment and local communities that make our holidays so special, and our partnership continues to be a core part of this mission. The GSTC does brilliant work in driving progress towards a more sustainable travel and tourism industry, so I’m delighted to play a part in this fantastic organisation.” – Matt Callaghan, Chief Operating Officer of easyJet holidays

“I look forward to continuing my work at the Board of Directors at the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). My appointment underscores TUI’s commitment to driving positive change in the tourism industry through sustainable practices. We need to work together as an industry and set ambitious targets in order to achieve change – for our customers, for communities in destinations and for the environment.” – Kathrin Möllers, Director Sustainability & ESG of TUI Group

The new term will begin on September 1st.

Members of the GSTC Board of Directors are elected by current members of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). All GSTC members in good standing are eligible to nominate candidates for the board and to cast votes in the election. Non-members are not eligible for nomination and are encouraged to become members for at least one year prior to running for board election.