Joanne Dickson is Thornybush's new chief exec

The Thornybush Collection has appointed Joanne Dickson as its new chief executive. Dickson will replace Nic Griffin, who has vacated the role after 11 years.

She brings a wealth of knowledge and over 25 years of experience within the travel industry, most recently as managing director and CEO of Go2Africa, to the role. She spent the last six months working as a volunteer teacher at Baliwise Hospitality Foundation in Bali, Indonesia.