ILT’s board held its first meeting of the new triennium on Thursday, 30 October, at ILT Head Office.
Incumbent members Paddy O’Brien, Suzanne Prentice, Angela Newell, Graham Hawkes, and Sheree Carey were joined by newly elected member Nick Jeffrey.
Paddy O’Brien was unanimously reappointed as the President of ILT, while Suzanne Prentice was elected as Deputy President following a nomination from long-standing board member Angela Newell.
ILT President Mr O’Brien said he was proud to continue leading the organisation following his reappointment.
“I really appreciate the vote of confidence the board has shown in me,” he said. “The past three years have been a privilege, working alongside such a motivated CEO and Executive team whose commitment and enthusiasm flow through to the 700 people who make up the ILT family.”
He acknowledged the ongoing economic challenges but said ILT remained in a strong position.
“It’s not easy in the current cost-of-living environment, but when times are tough opportunities present themselves, and we need to be ready to capitalise,” he said.
Mr O’Brien said ILT’s model continued to demonstrate its value through the level of donation returned to the community.
“We’re proud to have maintained circa nine million dollars in donations and grants annually. The strength of ILT lies in the ongoing support of our community. By choosing to dine in our restaurants, stay at our hotels and motels, and celebrate in our bars, you play a direct role in enabling us to give back,” he said.
He also welcomed new board member Nick Jeffrey.
“I’m excited to have Nick join the board, and I know he’ll bring a wealth of experience from his work within the community.”
Looking ahead, Mr O’Brien said the board would undertake a review of its strategic plan in early 2026 and remain focused on supporting the community through ongoing donations.