(Posted 26th February 2025)
ATTA® Events (The African Travel and Tourism Association)
has expanded their events team, with Angie Fuller accepting the role of Buyer
Engagement Manager, effective immediately.
With a distinguished career spanning over 24 years in the travel industry, Angie brings a
wealth of expertise in event organisation, supplier relations, training, and sales support.
Angie has worked extensively across various sectors, collaborating with airlines, luxury
tour operators, tourist boards, and travel suppliers, with a particular focus on Southern
Africa.
Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening both buyer and
supplier engagement, driving attendance at major industry events, and cultivating
meaningful relationships between key stakeholders.
Chris Mears, CEO of ATTA® Events, warmly welcomed Angie to the team, stating:
‘We are pleased to welcome Angie onboard as we grow the team with this integral role within ATTA® Events. Her extensive experience and strategic approach to buyer engagement and event coordination will be invaluable as we continue to expand and enhance our global trade event portfolio. Angie’s expertise will further strengthen our ability to connect African suppliers with international buyers, reinforcing our position as the leading platform for African tourism networking. We are excited to see the positive impact she will bring to our events and the broader industry.’
Angie’s background includes hosting and managing FAM trips, training programmes,
roadshows, and travel academies, ensuring seamless event execution and knowledge-
sharing within the industry. Prior to joining ATTA® Events, Angie held senior positions at followme2 Ltd, where she specialised in training, engagement, and destination promotion.
“Joining ATTA® Events as Buyer Engagement Manager is an exciting new chapter for me. I’m thrilled to contribute to bringing together industry professionals and promoting the extraordinary travel experiences across Africa. This role will allow me to combine my passion for event management with my dedication and enthusiasm for showcasing the diverse offering of the African continent,” said Angie.
Angie’s appointment underscores ATTA® Events’ commitment to growing and supporting African tourism by delivering high-quality trade events that drive business opportunities, industry growth, and meaningful connections for members.
