Our Leadership Team

John Battley − Managing Director

John completed his studies at Sydney University as a Pharmacist, Accountant and Economist. After being awarded his degrees he worked for a major Global Pharmaceutical Company for nine years in senior sales and marketing roles in Europe, the Middle East and South East Asia.

John´s passion for travel began almost thirty years ago when, on returning to Perth, he started Globetrotter Travel which eventually grew into the largest Western Australian Corporate Travel Management company.

His drive to provide a positive and innovative work environment is limitless and staff feed off his love for the travel industry. In the ever changing business environment, John is constantly striving to keep Globetrotter as the industry leader in meeting and exceeding client needs and expectations.

John enjoys spending time on his boat, soaking up the sun in Rottnest with his family and friends and climbing the occasional mountain.

Ilja Battley − Director of Operations

Ilja comes to Globetrotter from an economics & finance background, with extensive business and management experience.

As Director of Operations, Ilja oversees all aspects of Globetrotter´s operations including Corporate, Leisure, Groups and Incentive Travel as well as overseeing the IT department. With a passion for travel and the travel industry, his primary task is ensuring that Globetrotter has the right systems, structures and people in place to ensure that Globetrotter´s high service levels are continually met.

In conjunction with the Financial Controller he sets pricing and advises on the strategic direction of the Globetrotter. In addition he maintains key industry and client relationships.

When he manages to get time away from the office, Ilja enjoys all sports (but especially running & soccer) and also enjoys regular, failed attempts at being the home handyman. Ilja describes himself as ´...half−nerd, half−dag...´ and wishes more people would object when he says that!!

Bob Moors − Financial Controller

Bob is a Chartered Accountant with almost two decades of experience most recently in the travel and tourism sector. His vast experience in finance took him to Queensland, where he worked as Financial Controller Quicksilver Dive Port Douglas.

Bob is responsible for the Group finances overseeing the accounts and administration of Globetrotter Corporate Travel.

In his spare time Bob enjoys roller−skating, surfing, camping, and is a bit of a fitness fanatic

Tania King − Human Resources Manager

Tania is responsible for developing the culture of Globetrotter and ensuring that the company always maintains the best people for the job. After completing a Bachelor of Arts at UWA Tania embarked on a fleeting career in journalism, her passion for food and travel coupled with an opportunity to manage El Questro Homestead soon lured Tania into the hospitality industry and she hasn´t looked back.

"I love to travel to any tropical destination and like to spend my free time entertaining friends and family, going to the beach with my two young children or snuggling up with a good book."

Keith Nutt − Manager of Business Development

Keith has over twenty years of travel experience through working with airlines and corporate travel management companies in both operational, management and sales roles.  
Keith successfully completed a Masters of Business Administration and applies this knowledge when learning about and understanding his prospective clients’ travel needs.

My spare time centres around family and friends and spending time in the kitchen as I love to cook.
On holidays I recently travelled to Europe for the first time and loved the entire experience, especially the cruise through the Mediterranean.

Tammy Longshaw − Perth Operations Manager

Andrew Cross − East Coast Operations Manager

Murray Skea − Manager Groups and Leisure

Murray, originally from Edinburgh, manages both our Leisured division, Globetrotter Lifestyle and our Groups and Incentives division, Globetrotter Ten Plus. Murray's knowledge from over 12 years in the industry, both in Australia and overseas, is a huge asset for both our company and our clients. Murray loves nothing better than to have a client return from their holiday, conference or incentive trip having had an unforgettable time. His passion for travel is infectious and Murray has been fortunate enough to travel extensively throughout Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America. South America is next on the list!

Murray plays rugby for Wests Subiaco and is a huge supporter of the Emirates Western Force, of whom Globetrotter are a preferred supplier for.  Murray's wife Jacinda is a talented artist, and he enjoys dinner and a few drinks with friends and family. The latest addition to the Skea family is his fierce and menacing kitten Cous Cous.

Mario Blasius − IT Support

Mario Blasius is a long term employee of Globetrotter Corporate Travel with almost 15 years as a dedicated member of staff. In the role of  IT Support he is responsible for sourcing new technologies to improve Globetrotter´s efficiency and ensure that the needs of our clients are met.

Mario is also a fully accredited Travel Consultant who brings to this position an insight from both points of view. Along with his fund−raising efforts Mario also enjoys watching Rugby Union and is a devout Western Force supporter. Mario also enjoys travelling to exotic destinations and having peace and quiet to enjoy a good book.

Our Perth Corporate Team

Angelina Stimson − Team Leader

Glenys Pascott − Corporate Account Manager

Glenys has been in the travel industry for over twenty years and almost half of this time has been spent with Globetrotter. Needless to say, Glenys is an integral part of the Globetrotter team and her expertise and depth of knowledge has made an enormous contribution to the company over the years. Glenys manages several of our key accounts and maintains wonderful working relationships with all of her clients, which is a credit to her both personally and professionally.

In the years before Globetrotter, Glenys operated her own travel agency for a number of years and was employed in the role of Travel Manager for two large travel management companies. Glenys has also worked as a tertiary level instructor in the travel and tourism field, and has been essential in training and developing the skills of new members to the Globetrotter team.

Glenys has travelled extensively and lived in Europe, the Middle East and South East Asia. She holds a special love for Africa, but these days her little piece of paradise in Mandurah makes do.

Fiona Wilson − Corporate Account Manager

Fiona is experienced in all facets of travel having worked in several retail and corporate agencies around Australia. Her move into corporate travel has allowed her to extend her excellent customer service and client relation skills to the next level.

Having travelled extensively, Fiona has experienced the delights of travelling throughout Australia, Europe, UK, United Arab Emirates and Indonesia. "My favourite destination would have to be the Isle of Capri in Italy, I actually got to swim in the magnificent waters of the Blue Grotto − it was unbelievable!"

Having moved back home to Western Australia from Queensland, Fiona is content to enjoy the relaxed Perth lifestyle. She´s enjoying the simple pleasures in life such as shopping, reading, playing netball, walking her dog, keeping herself fit − and eating chocolate!

Carmen O´Neill − Corporate Account Manager

Carmen O´Neill joined Globetrotter in May 2007 and uses her background in retail travel consulting and ticketing to our clients advantage. Quick and savvy Carmen is very attentive and places importance on understanding her clients business and operations.

Globetrotter is the perfect work place for Carmen as she can balance work with other interests in life. She appreciates a good challenge and works cooperatively with her clients for the best possible outcome.

Having grown up in Fremantle Carmen knows what it´s like to be a true West Australian and enjoys the simple pleasures in life including having a good time with her friends and family, going to the beach and of course travelling. Carmen´s favourite cities are Barcelona, Cairns and Edinburgh.

Jane Calcott − Corporate Account Manager

Jane loves the challenge and diversity that working in corporate travel provides. She has the ability to build strong relationships with her clients by being attentive and having the attitude that nothing is too much trouble. In 2009 she was recognised by industry peers as the 'Runner-Up Best Up and Coming Travel Consultant' in the Australian Travel Awards which just goes to show what a valuable asset she is to the company.

Jane loves to travel and enjoys both a 5 star exotic overseas experience as well as a rugged outback adventure at home in WA. Outside of the office Jane likes to relax by shopping,dining with friends and reading a good book!

Vito Li Puma − Corporate Account Manager

Vito has extensive experience in travel having worked in wholesale for six years with his most previous role in travel−insurance where he specialised in 24/7 emergency assist helping clients who need assistance and advice whilst travelling.

Vito is from an Italian background but grew up in Switzerland giving him the opportunity to pick up many languages including German, French, Italian and of course English. He is well travelled having experienced Europe and many Asian countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

Travel is not just a job for Vito, it´s his hobby and that´s why he enjoys work so much. He still has a very long list of places he would like to visit which is getting bigger by the day.

Jodie O'Callaghan − Corporate Account Manager

Jodie is a recent addition to the Globetrotter team and joins us with 6 years corporate travel experience...

"After spending two years travelling and working overseas immediately after school, travel is my passion!! And whilst I loved the life of a wanderer, I couldn't live it forever so upon my return home I  studied Travel at TAFE. These days I travel through my clients....with an occasional trip for work and every couple of years - a holiday for me! The last  5 and half years have been great with many more to come.
During my travels I lived in the US, with some travel along the south east coast. I then moved to London - which was a great base from which to travel with trips to Scotland, Paris, Venice, Rome and Florence.
Since I began my career in travel I have been fortunate enough to experience the sights and sounds of Kuala Lumpur, Bali, Singapore, Phuket and Trang, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, South Africa, New York, Austria, Dubai, Munich (for Oktoberfest), Dublin, Hong Kong and China!

I am a huge Sex and the City fan - you can find me in Time Square for New Years - always with my trusty Jimmy Choo shoes, bags or the latest designer sunglasses. Just call me Carrie...

My dream is the to travel all 7 continents before I'm 30......I'm working on it!!"

Olivia Davids − Corporate Account Manager

Olivia joined Globetrotter all the way from New Zealand after completing her studies at Sir George Seymour College of Travel and Tourism. Finishing her studies in December 2006, Olivia decided to make the move to Perth and is already embracing the Australian lifestyle.

Olivia´s interest in travel is what bought her to Australia and she´s eager to explore our great brown land and other international destinations. In the position of Account Manager, Olivia provides exceptional customer service to our clients with domestic travel needs.

Representing New Zealand in lawn bowls, Olivia would love the opportunity to play a game in Australia, if she´s good enough we may claim her as our own.

Ilda Manes − Corporate Account Manager

Ilda joins Globetrotter with several years experience as a travel consultant and back−up specialist for an international leisure wholesaler. Working on domestic accounts, Ilda uses her travel knowledge and skills to our client´s advantage.

Ilda will always looks for the best possible outcome for her client that is both cost effective and gets the traveller to their final destination in the best possible shape.

She would one day love to travel throughout Europe especially Italy. Outside of work Ilda enjoys spending time with friends and family, eating out, shopping and going to the movies.

Leanne Duffett − Corporate Account Manager

Another recent addition to our team, Leanne has several years experience in the travel industry, having worked in tourism, retail, wholesale and corporate travel. During these years she also travelled to Bali, Thailand, the United Kingdom and throughout Europe - including a Mediterranean summer working as a stewardess on a motor yacht. She recently returned from a driving trip around Australia with her partner. Her highlights were diving on the Ningaloo and Great Barrier Reefs, and seeing snow in Victoria. Outside of work Leanne enjoys walking or riding to the beach and spending time with family and friends.

Jennifer Young − Corporate Account Manager

Jennifer is originally from Seychelles Island which is located in the Indian Ocean, close to Mauritius and Reunion Island. She has worked in the hotel industry for three years where she gained customer service skills and an insight into the travel industry.

Jennifer has completed her Certificate III in International Retail at TAFE and was Globetrotter´s first team member to complete a traineeship. She has learnt so much and looks forward to disovering more about the travel industry in the future.

In her spare time she enjoys catching up with friends and spending time with new her nieces and nephews.

Our Melbourne Corporate Team

Angela Morrow − Corporate Account Manager

Angela Morrow, originally from England and has lived in Australia for the best part of two decades. Angela is unique in the fact that she is one third of a set of triplets with her two siblings being boys.

Angela gained experience as a Retail Travel Consultant and then made the move into Corporate Travel. Working on many large accounts both as a consultant and a supervisor, Angela was a perfect fit for Globetrotter and has been with us for three years.

Based as an implant in Melbourne, Angela is an important team member and is supported by our Melbourne office.

Her favourite holiday destination is South Africa. "The scenery is fantastic and the wildlife amazing, I can´t wait to go back." Besides dreaming of her next trip to Africa Angela loves playing tennis, going to the beach and spending time with her family and husband.

Alyssa Tolra − Corporate Account Manager

Alyssa has been working in the travel industry for 11 years and has a wealth of experience including inbound, airlines, corporate and retail travel. Having worked in the UK for almost 3 years she is very familiar with the European travel industry and products.

She was even lucky enough to work as a tour guide whilst living in London, taking groups to Edinburgh, Paris, Brugge, and even to Spain for the famous "Running of the Bulls".She has travelled through over 40 countries with some of her favourite destinations being Slovenia, Croatia, South Africa and Fiji. One of her most memorable travel experiences was diving with the Great White Sharks in South Africa.

In her spare time Alyssa enjoys catching up with friends, cooking and looking after her two little puppies.

Brad Danne − Corporate Account Manager

Brad joined the Globetrotter team in Melbourne, bringing with him five years of experience in the travel industry. Brad has wide industry experience and has worked in conjunction with International Exchange Programs flying applicants on work and study programs to the USA, Canada, and the UK.

After completing his Bachelor of Education degree at Melbourne University, Brad spent a year in Japan teaching English and enjoyed the experience so much that it led him to pursue a career in the travel industry. Outside the office Brad´s interests are many, including AFL, music, movies, Japanese culture, and travel writing.

Ashleigh McPadden − Corporate Account Manager

Originally from Nelson the ´Sunshine Capital of New Zealand´. Ashleigh first joined Globetrotter 2007 in Perth, and has since transferred to the Melbourne team.

Having had extensive experience in customer service roles Ashleigh uses these skills to maintain great working relationships with her clients. Ashleigh constantly enjoys the fun and excitement that Corporate travel has to offer and is always keen to learn more about the industry.

Ashleigh has a passion for travel which has taken her to many international destinations throughout Asia, Europe, the United Kingdom and closer to home, Australia and New Zealand.

In her spare time she loves researching her next trip away, shopping up a storm and relaxing with a good book.

Our Ten Plus Team

Emma Van Ast − Group Project Manager

In the role of Group Project Manager, Emma is responsible looking after every single facet of a group trip. She is proactive in finding the best possible price whilst being very attentive and providing our clients with the customer service they deserve.

Having worked for a large record label in the UK booking travel for staff and artists Emma honed her skills in group and events travel ensuring all the right people were where they were supposed to be at the right time− a hard task.

Her favourite holiday destination is the Perhentian Islands in Malaysia where she has spent many a day sipping cocktails on the beach.

Outside of work, Emma enjoys going to the gym, going out for dinner and drinks and shopping with friends.

Carol McCracken − Group Project Manager

Carol joined Globetrotter from the UK where she has worked in the travel industry for over 20 years.

Her previous roles include working at London Heathrow as a Duty Airport Manager for Qantas, being an Airport Manager for a Car Hire company, a Business Manager for a leisure Travel Agency and has worked in various parts of Spain as a Holiday Representative.

Loving the buzz of travel and having experienced many exciting cities including Rome, Venice, Barcelona, Paris, New York and LA along with fantastic holiday destinations in Spain, Greece, Turkey, USA, Mexico and the Caribbean has only made her passion stronger.

Carol has travelled extensively around Australia, then decided to settle in Perth to enjoy the laid−back lifestyle and now enjoys creating exciting itineraries and project managing events all over the world in our Groups and Incentives department −TEN PLUS.

Our Lifestyle Team

Robert Bacso − Leisure Consultant

After having spent five years travelling on a working holiday throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Japan, USA and Canada, Robert returned to Perth inspired to find work that he was truly excited about.

The realisation that the travel industry would provide that was immediate and Rob has continued to remain in the same industry for over a decade. In that time he´s continued to combine his two favourite pastimes, food and exploring the world.

Roberts passion for travel has taken him far and wide throughout South East Asia, the Subcontinent, parts of the Middle East and South America. His ultimate destination is too difficult to pick but his two favourite adventures have been cycling across the Tibetan Himalaya and a month long honeymoon in the Greek Islands.

Linda Wells − Leisure Consultant

Linda joined Globetrotter in 2005 and is one of our top leisure consultants. Linda has 20 years experience working in leisure travel and has travelled all over the world. Some of her favourite destinations have been Paris, Barcelona, Venice, Italy, Ibiza, Greece, Mauritius, Seychelles, Barbados, St. Martin and Antiqua. Linda specialises in sunny island holiday destinations in the Indian Ocean and Caribbean regions.

Linda moved to Perth from the UK with her family in 2005. They all love the Perth lifestyle and still get a ´thrill´ to be able to pop down to the beach after school for an hour!

Jodee Sorrell − Leisure Consultant

Jodee has 21 years experience in the travel industry and has had various roles and responsibilities throughout her career. Having worked in retail, wholesale, airport check in and even ground handling Jodee uses her knowledge of the travel industry to ensure our leisure clients fulfill their holiday dreams.

Jodee has lived in the far North of Western Australia, the South West and everything in−between giving her plenty of ideas for holidays in Western Australia. Her biggest claim to fame is being in the Australian film ´ Japanese Story ´ . Do you remember the Qantas Flight Attendant? Well that was our Jodee, keep an eye out for her next time you watch it.

When Jodee´s not making movies she enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, playing netball and relaxing.

Our Sales & Client Relations Team

Nerella Boscato − Corporate Solutions Executive

Nerella is our Corporate Solution Executive here in Perth. Her position was designed to nurture new customer relationships and find customised travel solutions for our clients. She brings a wealth of knowledge to the position with over 25 years experience in the travel industry having managed several Travel Management Companies where she specialised in corporate travel within the Western Australian resource industry.

Nerella is well travelled having lived in the USA, Europe and Alaska and she is fluent in Italian. Her expertise along with her friendly disposition and happy nature has made her well respected in the travel industry

Outside of the office she is a keen dancer and enjoys dancing  Brazilian Zouk,  West Coast Swing, Salsa, Tango and passionate about her Rock n Roll.  Nerella always makes time to spend with her family and friends and loves cooking up a storm.

Rose Stout − Manager Client Relations

Rose Stout is our Manager Client Relations and has the role of ensuring Globetrotters clients are well looked after and is the central point of contact for our growing national client base.

Rose brings a wealth of knowledge to the position having some 25 years experience in the travel and tourism industry.

On and off for the past four years, Rose has been a driver for a small tour company, driving groups of ladies throughout Tuscany and the South of France, as well as accompanying them on walking tours of Paris, Rome and the walking trails of the Cinque Terre."This is one of my greatest passions, bringing together my love of being with people, travelling, food (cooking), walking and of course, checking out the shopping facilities in these countries!"

"When at home, I love being involved with my family and friends, renovating houses and just being company to my dear old cat (or vice versa)!"

Liz Yeomans − Manager Client Relations

Liz has done just about everything in travel from being a fully qualified travel agent to working on the accounting side of travel. This is on top of her experience running her own businesses (she is also a pretty fantastic cook as she ran her own cafe in West Perth!!).

With Liz's broad base of knowledge you have the perfect person to be your first point of call for any issues, feedback or suggestions you have for us here at Globetrotter.

Outside of the office, Liz enjoys spending time with friends and family and of course travel is on the top of her list as her favourite thing to do.

Our Finance & Administration Team

Vanessa Vaz - Front of House Coordinator  

Vanessa joined our team in January 2009 and was quick to impress both her colleagues and clients alike with her knowledge of travel and her professionalism.

With almost 10 years experience as a corporate consultant, Vanessa’s experience is truly an asset to the company. Building a rapport with her clients is important to Vanessa, she’s always looking for the best possible outcome and having a strong relationship with her clients enables her to do so.

Vanessa loves to travel and outside of the office enjoys going to music festivals, watching movies and trying her hand at photography.

Heather Richter − Financial Services

Heather´s role at Globetrotter as Financial Services is varied and challenging. Previously Heather worked for a large hotel chain allowing her to travel extensively throughout Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii.

Having also owned a consulting business to the hospitality industry, Heather´s experience in many different roles gives her a great overview of business as a whole and helps her to carry out her job at Globetrotter professionally and effectively.

An ideal holiday for Heather would be a cruise to the Greek Islands or traveling around the US. She enjoys Rockabilly dancing, Yoga and bike riding .

Shane Carpenter − Accounts Assistant

Shane joined Globetrotter in March 2008 fresh from a two year stint in Asia and the Americas. He graduated from UWA with a BA(Hons) and brings a variety of experience to his role with the Finance and Administration team, having most recently taught English in the 'Land of the Rising Sun'—Japan. A keen traveller, Shane enjoys the dynamic work environment the travel industry offers.

While reluctant to name any one destination his favourite, Shane will admit to having a soft spot for Thailand and neighbouring Laos and Cambodia. "It's hard to top the temples of Angkor!" When he's not crunching numbers, Shane spends much of his time working towards a Bachelor of Law. His other interests include playing his long-suffering guitar and trying to stay fit.