New faces for the Visit Herefordshire board

The Visit Herefordshire Board is developing its strength within the industry sector with the appointment of Mike Moran, Managing Director of MilSys Uk Ltd., and the appointment of Cllr Ursula Attfield to the position of vice-chairman.

Cllr Attfield has been on the Board since April 2006 when Visit Herefordshire was officially formed and she is looking forward to the challenges ahead and being part of a company that will shape the tourism industry within the county.

She takes over the position from the late Cllr John Guthrie who was a very keen supporter of the tourism industry in Herefordshire and was instrumental in the formation of the new destination management company in Herefordshire.

Cllr Guthrie was also the interim chairman prior to the appointment of Peter Hands.

The appointment of Mike Moran to the Board of Directors will enable Visit Herefordshire to develop links with the industry in Herefordshire.

Mike Moran said: "The non tourism businesses in the county also play a vital role in supporting the tourism industry by contributing to the economy with a number of overnight stays and hospitality of visiting companies. We need to work with these businesses and harness their support."

Peter Hands, the chairman of Visit Herefordshire, said: "The new appointments to the board will strengthen our position for the future. It's important that Visit Herefordshire works with and supports all businesses by ensuring that all visitors, whether they are tourists or here on business, always have a good experience.

"During the next few weeks there will be elections for a three vacancies on the board for the serviced accommodation (large); attractions and activities sectors."

Cultural services manager Jane Lewis said: "We're seeking nominations for these vacancies and would be interested in hearing from anyone from these sectors who would like to be part of this developing company within Herefordshire."