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James Thornton has been named CEO of The Year at the at the CEO Magazine’s 2024 Executive of the Year Awards in Sydney.

The honour recognises a leader who has made the most significant contribution to their organisation, industry and the broader Australian business community.

The Intrepid Travel CEO was also named CEO of the Year in the Consumer and Lifestyle category, while Intrepid Travel was runner-up for the 100% Human at Work Award.

“I’m truly humbled by this award and proud to see our approach to doing business recognised as leading,” said Mr Thornton (pictured centre).

“Our goal is to create more opportunities for connection, impact and positive change. This honour recognises all our Intrepid people who make the work happen every day.

“I’m also delighted with the recognition for our travel category of small-group, sustainable-experience rich travel, up against some of the biggest travel and lifestyle brand names.”

In 2023, Mr Thornton steered Intrepid Travel to deliver a record financial and impact result, posting a net profit of $21.8 million – a $47.7 million turnaround from 2022, while contributing a record $4.6 million to charitable and community causes.

Also recognised on the night was retired Australian cricketer and philanthropist Glenn McGrath, who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with the McGrath Foundation.

The Foundation raises funds for McGrath Breast Care Nurses who provide invaluable support and care to individuals and families experiencing breast cancer.

Meanwhile Intrepid Travel’s annual Cyber Sale has just kicked off, running from now until December 5. Travellers can lock in their bucket list adventures for 2025 with up to 20 per cent off with discounts on 850 Intrepid trips across thousands of international and domestic departures.

Intrepid is also offering travellers the opportunity to double the impact during their Cyber Sale by dollar-matching all donations to The Intrepid Foundation, their non-profit organisation.

https://www.intrepidtravel.com/cyber-sale