Organisational Structure
Fáilte Ireland was formed in 2003 under the National Tourism Development Authority Act to guide and promote tourism as a significant driver of the Irish economy. We provide both strategic and practical support to develop and sustain this country as a high-quality and competitive tourist destination.
With a dedicated team working across five regions, Fáilte Ireland acts as a corporate resource for tourism professionals and service providers at local, regional and national levels. We provide those involved, or considering becoming involved in Irish tourism, with a one-stop-shop to meet their business or professional needs.
The Fáilte Ireland Authority (Board) comprises a Chairperson and 12 Members, appointed by the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism. Members may be appointed for terms up to five years and each member may be appointed for up to two terms.
The Authority usually meets eight times every year and is supported in its work by a number of committees, most particularly the Audit and Risk Policy Committee.
The Chief Executive of Fáilte Ireland is Shaun Quinn and the organisation has four directorates:
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Strategic Development: Developing Ireland as a destination through long term plans for our people, places, products and policies.
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Market Development: Developing Ireland as a high quality tourism destination through our home holiday’s campaign, overseas promotions, familiarisation trips, business tourism, sporting and cultural events and tourist information.
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Enterprise Development: Working hand in hand with the tourism industry and other key stakeholders to develop and provide a wide range of business supports and advice to develop tourism for the future.
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Corporate Development: Ensuring Fáilte Ireland has the necessary internal structures to continue in the areas of strategic, market and enterprise development.
Fáilte Ireland also runs an extensive domestic holiday campaign encouraging Irish people to take a holiday at home. As part of this campaign, Fáilte Ireland operates the consumer website www.DiscoverIreland.ie, which features comprehensive information and listings for Irish accommodation, activities, events, tourist attractions and Irish holiday special offers and is supported by a comprehensive home holiday media campaign.
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