Rob is a seasoned travel leader with over twenty years in tourism and hospitality. With deep expertise in ultra-luxury travel to global destinations and luxury travel throughout remote Australia, he co-founded Wonder Society to leverage his unique knowledge.
As the former Co-owner and CEO of ultra-luxury travel company Captain’s Choice, Rob, alongside his wife Lou, elevated the product range, which includes journeys by private jet, small group land explorations and cruising. In 2018, under his leadership, Captain’s Choice celebrated its 100th journey by private jet. Rob also helped to set new benchmark for gold-standard service in the industry, and today, the company remains dedicated to creating and operating enriching experiences to remote and exotic destinations.
As General Manager of APT Australia, and a member of the APT Senior Executive Team, Rob successfully reinvigorated APT’s Australian product portfolio, hosting thousands of guests each year on journeys into the beauty of Australia’s outback, while achieving record guest satisfaction. Rob found that collaborating with Traditional Owners and making a positive impact for both First Nations communities and guests was the most rewarding part of his role.
Prior to joining the travel industry, Rob had a successful career in project management for large and complex commercial constructions.
Rob’s is driven to make a positive difference in the world which led him to take on the role of Co-founder and Director of a blood cancer charity, in honour of his Father. He hopes Wonder Society will inspire leaders, through the power of travel, to make a meaningful difference too.
Read about Rob in the AFR here