Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) has appointed Gayle Hughes as AussieHost Administration Officer.

Hughes, who has worked in tourism and hospitality for 13 years, was most recently sales and marketing manager for Outback Queensland Tourism.

AussieHost is a nationally recognised customer service training program that focuses on interpersonal communications, customer relations and service. It builds personal, professional and community pride and inspires a greater commitment to providing better service.

The AussieHost mission is to create a culture of high quality customer service standards throughout Australia, while contributing to every Australian's opportunity to achieve personal, professional and commercial significance. Details: www.qtic.com.au/aussiehost