Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
AITA Rookie of Year 2024 Nominee
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NATASHA (TASH) HENNINGSEN

Bentleigh East,VIC

Summary

Energetic and results-driven Sales Consultant with over 2 years of experience in the travel industry and 9+ years in customer service. Currently thriving at Luxury Escapes, a global leader in luxury travel, where I consistently meet KPIs and monthly goals; while also happily contributing to mentoring new staff. Proficient in GDS systems including Amadeus, Galileo, and Sabre. I am seeking to take the next step into a leadership or management role where I can further apply my strengths in client service, sales strategy, and team collaboration.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Flight + Travel Sales Consultant

Luxury Escapes
10.2024 - Current
  • Craft bespoke domestic and international travel packages for clients through a luxury lens
  • Consistently exceed sales KPIs and contribute to overall team performance
  • Mentor and support onboarding of new team members
  • Use Amadeus GDS for international airfares and holiday components
  • Provide high-level customer service and handle complex booking scenarios

Travel Consultant

Helloworld Travel
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Managed international and domestic travel bookings for a wide client base
  • Hit monthly set targets
  • Used Sabre and Galileo for air, land and cruise reservations
  • Delivered personalised itineraries, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention
  • Assisted with filing, invoicing, ticketing and travel documentation

Assistant Bar Manager / Bar and Gaming Staff

Leopold Sportsmans Club, Norlane Hotel, Waurn Ponds Hotel, Buckley’s Entertainment
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Delivered professional bar and gaming service including TAB, Keno and RSA compliance
  • Trained junior staff and took initiative in busy, customer-facing environments

Team Leader

McDonald's
06.2015 - 04.2018
  • Led shifts and managed junior crew during peak service hours
  • Managed customer complaints efficiently and professionally, ensuring prompt resolution and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.

Education

Certificate III - Travel

Suzan Johnston Training Organization
Melbourne
08-2024

High School Diploma - undefined

Christian College Geelong
01.2016

Skills

  • GDS Proficiency: Amadeus, Galileo, Sabre
  • Luxury & Tailored Itinerary Planning
  • KPI-Driven Sales & Client Retention
  • Team Mentoring & Onboarding Support
  • Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • CRM & Back Office Systems: ResWorld, Tramada
  • Adaptable, Energetic, and Results-Focused

AITA Rookie of Year 2024 Nominee

Nominated for the 2024 AITA ‘Rookie of the Year’ award, in recognition of exceptional customer service, consistently surpassing sales targets, and delivering high-impact results within the first two years as a Travel Consultant.

Timeline

Flight + Travel Sales Consultant

Luxury Escapes
10.2024 - Current

Travel Consultant

Helloworld Travel
07.2023 - 07.2024

Assistant Bar Manager / Bar and Gaming Staff

Leopold Sportsmans Club, Norlane Hotel, Waurn Ponds Hotel, Buckley’s Entertainment
01.2018 - 01.2023

Team Leader

McDonald's
06.2015 - 04.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Christian College Geelong

Certificate III - Travel

Suzan Johnston Training Organization
NATASHA (TASH) HENNINGSEN