Julie O'Brien (MC for the day)

Over a 30 year career, Julie O’Brien has worked in senior roles within the tourism and hospitality industry across professional travel management, accommodation providers and visitor attractions in Ireland, Great Britain, Europe and the Unites States.

In 2017 Julie became Managing Director of Runda Hospitality & Tourism solutions. With a core focus on sustainable and regenerative tourism development on a regional, national and global scale, Julie and her team are committed to supporting livelihoods and local economies via an approach that safeguards the environment and champions local communities.