Destination Asia has announced that Matthew Smith has been appointed as the new CEO of the destination management company (DMC) specializing in East and Southern Asia based operations. Smith succeeds Monique Arnoux and will take on his new role on August 1, 2024.
Smith has been part of Destination Asia since his appointment in 2018, supporting the key sectors of meetings and events, customized travel experiences and cruise. He has helped strengthen Destination Asia’s footprint and has been pivotal in driving innovation and growth within the company.
Sebastien Doussin, divisional vice president, said: “Matthew brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as a regional general manager, and is highly respected in the industry. His extensive background in meetings, events, and DMC activities across various well-known travel businesses speaks for itself. Having worked with Matthew for several years, I've seen firsthand his talent for navigating our industry, inspiring our teams, and driving strategic vision and innovation.”
As Destination Asia embarks on this new chapter, the company extends its gratitude to Monique Arnoux for her outstanding leadership and dedication. Her vision and efforts have laid a solid foundation for the company’s future success.
Destination Asia provides comprehensive travel services across nine countries in Asia: Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, Malaysia and Laos. With 17 strategically located offices throughout these destinations, Destination Asia is led by seasoned travel industry professionals who are dedicated to delivering tailored travel experiences.
For more information, visit www.destination-asia.com.
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