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​​MWT 2023 Conference Overview

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2023 Conference Speakers

Rowland Rees-Eva​ns

Director, Penrhos Park. Rowland previously served as Chair of MWT Cymru until 2024, when he was appointed Chair of the Wales Tourism Alliance. 

Gareth Jones 

Brynarth Country Cottages
​"Grant opportunities and tax saving tips for the local tourism industry"​

Revenue Optimisation Presentation

Val Hawkins - MBE

​Val Hawkins has over 40 years in Welsh tourism, and was recently honored with an MBE for her significant contributions to tourism and the economy in Wales. 

Charles Symons

Buzzmint Co-founder. ​Charles is a strategic digital marketing professional and award winning film maker with over 26 years experience shaping and implementing digital marketing solutions for some of the biggest brands in media, technology and healthcare. 

Neil Ferguson 

Neil is an award-winning graphic and motion designer with over 20 years’ experience in marketing and sales for some of the UKs top publishing and media companies. 

MWT Cymru & Buzzmint Presentation

Rhys Mullan
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​Station Manager - Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service: “Fire safety requirements for providers of guest accommodation - updates to legislation and guidance”

Business Fire Safety Presentation

Suzy Davies

Wales Tourism Alliance Chairman. Wales Tourism Alliance's Crucial Role in Tourism Advocacy for Tourism in Wales.

Ruth Partridge

WRAP Project Manager. Recycling/Waste Management Law Changes (April 2024).

Clare Dwight

Visit Wales Tourism Marketing Manager. "From Mid Wales to the World: Growing Tourism Together".

Rob Jones

Visit Wales Media Manager 
"​Engaging with the Media"

Sarah Whitfield

Tourism Exchange Great Britain (TXGB)  "The Opportunities of TXGB"

Steve Hughson

Chair of Mid Wales Regional Tourism Partnership and Event Wales Advisory Group.