Local business people with an eye to the benefits of web-based business and entrepreneurship could do well to hear Graeme Wood, founder of wotif.com, when he speaks at Jupiters next week.

Graeme Wood revolutionised the travel industry in Australia when he created the concept for, and co-founded, Wotif.com in 2000. From his simple and innovative idea, Graeme pioneered Wotif.com's development into a multi-national group with offices spread across the globe. Next week he will be in Townsvill

Graeme holds a Bachelor of Economics and Master of Information Systems. Graeme's background is in information technology, with more than 30 years experience in the field of information systems and software development, beginning with NCR and later IBM. His career as an entrepreneur began in the early 1980s with the first of several technology start-ups.

During his seven years at the helm, Wotif.com became one of Australia's most successful and well-known online businesses, with Graeme and the company winning a multitude of awards and accolades along the way.

In October 2007, Graeme retired from his role as CEO and Managing Director of Wotif.com, but continues to play a key strategic role in the company as an Executive Director and also maintains a significant financial interest. In his new position, Graeme is focused on developing new business concepts and the ongoing promotion of Wotif.com.

Graeme is a compelling speaker covering topics relevant to the tourism/travel industry as well as entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership.

Details:
Friday, 13th November 2009
6.30am registration for
7.00am to 8.30am
To be held at Jupiters Hotel and Casino, Townsville

Tickets: $55 per person / $500 per table of 10

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