New appointment for the Arts and Culture Trust Board

Nhanda Yamaji man, Robert Taylor, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Trust, with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

Since Mr Taylor’s appointment in 2015 as CEO of the Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC), he has successfully delivered the Aboriginal Tourism Development Program, growing 39 new Aboriginal businesses across Western Australia and contributing significantly to the Jina Aboriginal Tourism Action Plan, which aims to further promote and develop Indigenous tourism experiences in WA.

Under Mr Taylor’s leadership WAITOC secured the World Indigenous Tourism Summit for Perth and continues to create new partnerships with prospective stakeholders to improve cultural understanding, respect, and positive social outcomes for First Nations people.