2024 President's Dinner & Training Awards – Celebrating Excellence

On November 26, at Crown Sydney, we celebrated the incredible achievements of the Tourism, Travel, Hospitality, and Events industries. The 2024 President’s Dinner & Training Awards recognised the remarkable individuals and organisations driving our industry forward.

The evening honoured exceptional trainers, groundbreaking initiatives, and the outstanding achievements of our industry’s finest. Celebrate the 2024 winners and discover how they’re shaping the future of tourism and hospitality.

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2024 Finalists & Award Winners

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Announcing the Finalists and Winners of the 2024 Teacher Trainer Awards

This year’s finalists and award winners exemplify educational excellence, raising the bar for professional training and making a profound impact on careers within our industry.

Best Commercial Cookery Trainer

Ianthe Smith - Tafe NSW, Ryde
Jorge Chacon -Tafe NSW, Ultimo
Sonya Moulang - Tafe NSW - Campbelltown
Shana Dunn Tafe Regency, SA
Karen Doyle Tafe NSW, Ryde
Bernadette Ryan - Tafe NSW, Grafton
Carl Ivers - The Sydney Business and Travel Academy

2024 Winner congratulations Ianthe Smith - Tafe NSW, Ryde

Best Patisserie Trainer

Winner Louis Bioteau - Le Culinaire Hospitality Institute




Winner Louis Bioteau - Le Culinaire Hospitality Institute




Best Hospitality Management Trainer

Brendan Dugan - North Metropolitan TAFE, WA
Hassan Sater - Sydney Business Travel Academy
Miodrag Damjanac - Tafe NSW, Ultimo
Zia Khandoker - The Sydney Business and Travel Academy

Winner Miodrag Damjanac - Tafe NSW, Ultimo

Best Event Management Trainer

Brendan Dugan - North Metropolitan TAFE, WA
Janene Wardrop - College of Management Sydney
Kyla Besley - Tafe NSW, Ourimbah


Winner Janene Wardrop - College of Management Sydney

Best Innovation Training Initiative

Congratulations
Wendy Wy Wong Hospitality Program SISTERWORKS
Motels SOS .com X BWH Hotels Partnership
SBTA - State of the Art Kitchens and Courses
TAFE NSW - Autism Advisory and Support



Best Travel & Tourism Trainer

Brendan Dugan - North Metropolitan TAFE, WA
Rena Heaton - Tafe NSW, Ultimo
Erin Buscombe - Flight Centre Travel Group (with iTFE)
Melissa Howarth - Sydney Business Travel Academy
Tracy Kay - Tafe NSW, Hamilton

Congratulations Winner Erin Buscombe - Flight Centre Travel Group (with iTFE)

Foodservice Outlet - Training Initiative

Victoria University TAFE Charity Dinner Series – Shawn Vlaeminck
The Sydney Business and Travel Academy (SBTA) - SBTA Culinary Institute
The Apprentice - Ultimo Tafe

Congratulations Victoria University TAFE Charity Dinner Series – Shawn Vlaeminck

Teacher of Choice

Fiona Cox
Gabrielle McCarthy
Ines MacMullen
Nicole Fifis
Jae Moon Koh
Congratulations Fiona Cox

Best Food & Beverage Trainer

Lars Fock - Black Market Coffee
Brendan Dugan - North Metropolitan Tafe ,WA


Congratulations Lars Fock - Black Market Coffee

Honouring Recognised Award Recipients

2024 Perpetual Award
Karen Doyle
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2024 Mentor Award
Bernadette Ryan
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2024 Board Award
Brendan Dugan
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2024 Recognition for Service
Brad Bennett
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2024 Presidents Award
Apprentice Restaurant - Ultimo TAFE
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A server carrying three plates of food, each with a colourful dish that includes pink slices of meat and a garnish of fresh greens. The server is dressed in a white jacket with black buttons.
A man in a dark suit and patterned tie is standing at a podium with a microphone, appearing to speak or present. The background features a modern, metallic wall design.
A man in a black tuxedo with a bow tie is speaking at a podium with a microphone. The background is a sleek, modern wall with a soft glow.
Two men in formal attire at the President's Dinner & Training Awards are seated at a table set with wine glasses and floral arrangements. The background is filled with other guests at a formal event, with dim lighting creating a purple ambiance.
A man in a dark suit and light blue tie is speaking at a podium with two microphones at the President's Dinner & Training Awards. He is gesturing with one hand, and the background features a modern, well-lit wall.
A close-up shot of a formal dining table at the President's Dinner & Training Awards. The table is set with plates, utensils, wine glasses, and water glasses. The table is dimly lit, creating a blue-hued ambiance.
Four men in formal attire, including suits and tuxedos, are posing together in a large, well-decorated event hall with purple lighting.
A man in a dark suit and patterned tie is speaking at a podium with a microphone. He appears to be mid-speech, with a pleasant expression on his face.
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A lively dining scene at a formal event. Several people are seated around a table, engaged in conversation and enjoying food and drinks. The table is set with wine glasses, small boxes, and table decorations.
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