Host Profile - Damien Kitto

Damien Kitto
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Organisation: Adelaide Convention Tourism Authority
Website: www.acta.com.au
Expertise: Sport/Recreation, Tourism and Events


Past Positions: Business Development Manager, Events South Australia 2005 - 2008
Senior Infrastructure Planner, South Australian Tourism Commission 1999 - 2004
Qualifications: Graduate Diploma in Property, University of South Australia, 1999
Graduate Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning, University of South Australia, 1996
Bachelor of Arts (Planning), University of South Australia, 1994
Involvement: Cricket Executive Committee, SACA
President, Adelaide Cricket Club
Board Director, Australian Association of Convention Bureaux
President, AACB
Board Director, Business Events Council of Australia
Interests: Cricket and football.
Balance: I enjoy work and the challenges it presents each day, however family and health takes priority. I have set boundaries for each which delivers a good work/life balance.
Networking: Networking assists with career development and learning. The type of people you meet is fascinating.
Motivation: Life is about learning and enjoyment. Every day presents a challenge which brings the best out of an individual.