YES Ep - 28 Kristy Bailey Co-Founder Swan River Sea Planes

As part of our Experienced Entrepreneur series we welcome Kristy Bailey to the show. She is a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in tourism strategic marketing, communications, PR, and business management. As the Founder and Director of One Eighty Marketing and Swan River Seaplanes, Kristy is at the forefront of driving WA's tourism sector. Embark on a journey to collectively market our region as a premier tourism destination and explore innovative strategies to showcase the diverse attractions and experiences our region has to offer. Kristy Bailey brings over 20 years of expertise in strategic marketing, communications, PR, and business management within the tourism industry. As the Founder and Director of One Eighty Marketing and Swan River Seaplanes, she plays a pivotal role in advancing Western Australia's tourism sector.Kristy’s career spans diverse roles across retail and wholesale travel companies, conference and incentive houses, cruise operators, tour operators, and luxury resorts. She has also served as a judge for the WA Tourism Awards and as a national tourism awards judge, reflecting her commitment to excellence in the industry.Dedicated to professional development, Kristy has created and delivered Tourism Industry training packages, demonstrating her passion for education and growth in the sector. Since 2017, she has served on the board of the Tourism Council of Western Australia, where she continues to advocate for the industry's future.