Powder Byrne chief Edward Byrne to join Abta board of directors

Edward Byrne will join the Abta board of directors, replacing Diverse World Ltd chairman Jamie Gardiner, whose term will come to an end at the Abta AGM on December 4.

Byrne, who is chief executive of PB International Travel Limited, which trades as Powder Byrne, will hold the seat for Abta members with annual principal turnover of less than £50m.

Daniele Broccoli will continue on the board, being a member with retail turnover of less than £20m.

Nominations were invited for both positions and in both cases they were the only nominations received, meaning there was no need to hold an election. 

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Abta chairman Alistair Rowland said: “I am delighted to welcome Edward Byrne to the Abta board. His experience and expertise will prove invaluable as we continue to represent and develop strategies to best serve members.

“I am also very pleased to see that Daniele Broccoli will be continuing in his position on the board.

“I would also like to thank Jamie Gardiner who is stepping down from the board, for his service and invaluable input during his time with us.”

Byrne said: "I am delighted to have been elected to Abta’s board of directors and look forward to working alongside such respected colleagues.

“Together with them I am eager to support innovation, uphold the highest standards and continue Abta’s vital role in representing our industry, supporting members and protecting consumer confidence."