As Chair of the Board and ex-chair of the Nominations and Remuneration Human Resources Committee, as well as the Strategy and Innovation Working Group, and a member of the Audit and Risk Committee, Tammy’s extensive board experience expands beyond YHA Australia. She concurrently serves as a Director of Railbookers Worldwide and contributes to the Advisory Board of Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School. With a career spanning over 30 years, Tammy has a wealth of leadership experience. Her executive journey includes notable roles such as CEO of Contiki Holidays and Resorts, Chief Operating Officer at TFE Hotels, Global CEO of AAT Kings and Senior Vice President Commercial at Carnival Corporation. Tammy is a certified director through the Australian Institute of Directors and holds a master’s in business. She has a passion for social purpose businesses and has been a strong advocacy and supporter for YHA for over twenty years.
Bronwyn is an experienced non-executive director and committee Chair. Bronwyn brings extensive experience in hospitality/tourism, membership organisations, not-for-profit and commercial services in senior executive roles, with AICD governance training and a Master of International Management. Bronwyn is the former Chair of the YHA NR&HR and Election Committees. Bronwyn is committed to addressing the challenges of a membership-based organisation staying relevant to its members in a fast-changing, technology-connected global market whilst building a successful environmentally friendly and Social Sustainable organisation. Bronwyn is also passionate about supporting the success of YHA’s new Travel to Learn Foundation that helps young people unlock their potential through travel.
Simon Spicer Chair Audit and Risk Committee. Joined September 2018 An experienced non-executive director, and AICD graduate, with significant international senior executive experience, Simon brings a broad financial, commercial and strategic perspective to the YHA Board. He also has specific expertise across property, business and digital transformation, governance and risk management, including in for-purpose membership organisations, such as YHA.
Jennifer Tang Joined January 2022. Jennifer is an experienced company director and senior legal executive with global corporate experience and qualifications in law and marketing. Her capabilities include corporate governance, risk management and strong analytical skills developed from more than 25 years’ experience in investing, property financing, private equity, private credit, funds management, and mergers and acquisitions. She has worked across the world in diverse industries including property and hotels, telecommunications, healthcare and technology.
As Chair of the Board ESG Committee and a member of the Audit & Risk Committee. I am passionate about the real impact YHA can have on the environment in which we operate and to do so with socially and commercially positive outcomes. After an extensive senior career in the travel and hospitality industries with companies including EY , Qantas and Air New Zealand I am currently the Director of Sustainability for Accor Pacific the largest hotel operator in the Pacific with over 400 hotels. A Fellow of Chartered Accountants ANZ and a graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors my governance experience includes Non Executive Director roles with Eco Tourism Australia, BGF Foundation and IATA Sustainability Council. I am inspired in my support and advocacy for YHA Australia.
Joined October 2022. Reid graduated from the AICD in 2016 and has worked on boards since 2017. His career in technology spans over 30 years, and his experience ranges from hands on application development, IT project management of significant transformation programs and several years of ICT executive leadership. His executive experience includes IT service delivery, strategy development and execution, business development, commercial management and corporate governance.
I’m passionate about improving outcomes for individuals and communities through research-driven innovation and inclusive, values-led leadership. With a background in biotechnology commercialisation, I’ve worked across sectors to translate ideas into impact - redesigning governance and funding strategies, leading major organisational change, and supporting high-performing teams to deliver sustainable growth. I’ve led national operations, facilitated innovation workshops, supported the adoption of assistive technologies, and mentored emerging ventures. I bring commercial acumen, strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset to every challenge, with a focus on creating meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Todd Atkinson joined in April 2024. Todd is a passionate traveller and believes in the power of exploration as a means of creating connections and building perspective – he’s inspired by YHA’s ambitions to enable travel and exploration for all. He is an experienced commercial leader with demonstrated track record of building teams, brands and businesses in Australian and Asian markets. He has worked in a variety of business structures from multi-nationals, JV’s, Private Equity and SME’s with domestic and international scope in a number of different categories including hospitality, wellness and beverages.
I’m a passionate property professional with broad experience across the asset lifecycle—from design and construction to operations and asset management - in both retail and commercial sectors. With a focus on long-term value creation, I bring a customer-centric and sustainability-led approach to investment management, risk, compliance, and operational performance. My passion for the built environment is grounded in its potential to shape communities and enrich lives. I approach opportunities with an open, inclusive mindset and draw on my knowledge of engineering, consumer markets, technology, and ESG to support teams in delivering sustainable impact. I also bring board experience and a strong commitment to working with purpose-driven organisations aligned to my values.
