
The Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) proudly announces that Olympic gold medallist Noémie Fox will headline its International Women's Day Luncheon on Thursday, 6 March 2025, at Q Events in Melbourne. Under the theme "Emotional Resilience," this year’s event celebrates amazing achievements of women both within the travel industry as well as in our wider community .
Noémie Fox, a champion in canoe slalom, representing Australia on the world stage, captured the world’s attention with her stellar performance at the Paris Olympics.
Beyond her athletic prowess, Noémie is a fervent supporter of making sports accessible to young people, embodying the resilience CATO seeks to spotlight. Her participation underscores the luncheon's focus on empowerment and overcoming challenges.
"We are thrilled to have Noémie Fox, an exemplary model of strength and resilience, lead our International Women’s Day celebration. Her journey and advocacy perfectly align with CATO’s mission to support and uplift the incredible women in our industry," said Brett Jardine, Managing Director of CATO.
In addition to featuring influential speakers, CATO is committed to supporting the Women's Resilience Centre, which aids women transitioning from crisis care to recovery from domestic abuse, trauma, and loss. Contributions from ticket sales and partnership fees will be donated to this vital cause, emphasising CATO’s dedication to fostering resilience.
This year’s event welcomes organisations to unite under a shared purpose. Partnership opportunities are still available, offering brands the chance to come together to stand alongside others in unity as Brands for a Cause.
To find out more on partnership opportunities, email cato@cato.travel
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, 6 March 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Q Events, 123 Queen Street, Melbourne
Ticket Pricing:
- Individual: $185 (incl. GST)
- Table of 10: $1,850 (incl. GST)
For more information and to purchase tickets click here
Join CATO in a day of inspiration and empowerment, driven by stories of resilience and collective strength.