2026 Cohort · In Session
Get a mentor who'salready doingwhat you want to do.
Hotel GMs. Tourism directors. Business owners.
Right now they're walking 25 young West Australians through six months of the real industry — and 2027 is open.
13 Mentors•25 Mentees•Perth CBD Venues•Module 2 of 6 Complete
Next session: Module 3 — Culture & Connection · 16 June · Crowne Plaza Perth
Supported By
Industry Leaders
1-on-1 Guidance
Cohort Connection
"I was full of ideas but didn't know how to shape them into a clear path. Six months later, I had a clear vision and the confidence to shape my own path."
Callum C. • 2025 Mentee • Events
What You Get
Benefit 01
Your Own Mentor
Matched with a hotel GM, business owner, or industry director. They answer your career questions, make introductions, and show you what actually matters. Six months, not one coffee.
Benefit 02
6 Industry Sessions
Workshops across The Adnate, PCEC, Crowne Plaza Perth, DoubleTree, Residence on Langley, and Pan Pacific Perth with guest speakers from across WA tourism. Leadership, service excellence, career strategy — then you debrief it all with your mentor.
Benefit 03
The Network
25 mentees. 13 mentors. Guest speakers from Tourism WA to award-winning operators. By graduation, you know the people who make hiring decisions.
Benefit 04
Two Scholarships
Can't cover the fee? Two fully sponsored places are awarded each intake. Genuine access, no barriers — just bring the ambition.
Program Investment
$65AUD
Student Entry
$185AUD
Industry Professional · Includes SKÅL Membership
Subsidised by Tourism WA
Two fully sponsored places included each intake — no barriers, just ambition.
Actual Program Value
$5,000+
6 Industry Sessions$2,100
1-on-1 Mentoring$2,400
Networking Events$500+
Delivered by SKÅL International Perth
Who It's For
Emerging
Leaders.
Students studying hospitality, tourism, or events — no age limit. Or young professionals under 32 already in the industry who want to level up or launch their own venture.
Perth-based. Ready to commit once a month. That's all it takes.
Students $65 · Professionals $185 (includes SKÅL membership) · 2 fully sponsored places each intake
2026 cohort full · 2027 applications open
APR 21
DeliveredModule 1 — Foundations & Vision
Anneke Brown, Managing Director, Tourism WA · The Adnate Art Series Hotel
MAY 19
DeliveredModule 2 — Service & Identity
Jason Gelineau, Principal, JAG Hospitality · PCEC Room 8
JUN 16
Up nextModule 3 — Culture & Connection
Dale Tilbrook, Owner, Maalinup Aboriginal Gallery · Crowne Plaza Perth
JUL 21
Module 4 — Digital Evolution
Meg Coffey, Managing Director, Coffey & Tea · DoubleTree by Hilton Northbridge
AUG 18
Module 5 — Voice & Confidence
Maurice Berettieri, Principal, JEM Coaching International · Residence on Langley
SEPT 15
Module 6 — Reputation & Legacy
Karen Priest, Commercial Director, Pan Pacific Perth · Pan Pacific Perth · Graduation night
2027 Applications
2026 is mid‑flight.
2027 starts with you.
Applications for the 2027 cohort are open — for mentees and for industry leaders who want to mentor. Submit yours and we'll be in touch with next steps.
2/6Modules Delivered
25Mentees in Program
13Industry Mentors
SEP 15Graduation
Next: Module 3 — Culture & Connection · 16 June
Questions? Contact the Team