Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association has a full time Secretariat at its Gorrie Street office to manage the operations of the Association.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Fantasha Lockington
Fantasha Lockington is the CEO of the Fiji Hotel & Tourism Association (FHTA) in Suva. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of the South Pacific and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. With several IATA airline-related management qualifications, Ms Lockington is an industry proponent for government engagement with tourism businesses and advocates for growth opportunities, productivity, and equitable regulatory reforms.
Ms Lockington is involved in various roles, including serving on the FNU’s National Training & Productivity Centre (NTPC) Advisory Board, Employment Relations Advisory Board (ERAB), USP’s Pacific TAFE Industry Advisory Committee, the Fiji Commerce & Employment Federation Board & Councils for Tourism & Transport, and the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) Board. Through these positions, she promotes private sector consultation and collaboration to strengthen and promote resilient business environments for sustainable growth in Fiji’s biggest industry.
To contact Ms Lockington, members can:
Email: exec@fhta.com.fj
Phone: 992 6980 or 777 0137
Executive Officer (EO)
Litia Mario
Litia Mario, currently serving as the Executive Officer at the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of administrative and management experience. With a solid foundation in computer programming, spanning seven years, Litia has demonstrated her versatility and proficiency across various domains. Her career highlights include managing sports events for Fiji Hockey and Oceania Hockey, as well as establishing and overseeing operations for the Fiji College of General Practitioners.
Before her current role, Litia served as the Corporate Services Manager at the British High Commission in Suva, where she excelled in overseeing finance, administration, human resources, and property management functions. Her leadership skills were instrumental in effectively managing local operations and leading a team of professionals.
Members can contact Mrs Mario on:
Email: eo@fhta.com.fj
Events & Operational Support Officer (EOSO)
Cheryl Fong
Cheryl Fong, a graduate of the University of the South Pacific with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Tourism Studies and Management & Public Administration, has been a part of the FHTA team since 2009. As FHTA’s Operational Support Officer, she assists the Executive Management in achieving the Association’s strategic priorities to promote the Association efficiently and provide support to its Membership.
Mrs. Fong plays a pivotal role as the Events Officer within FHTA, overseeing the coordination of FHTA’s major events, such as the Annual General Meeting, Dive Fiji EXPO and Bula Dive FAM, and the biennial HOTEC tradeshow. In addition, she serves as the primary point of contact for membership-related inquiries and manages the membership application process. Mrs. Fong also facilitates member assistance with updating their information records, accessing the FHTA website, and inclusion in the FHTA email distribution database. Furthermore, she supports executive management by assisting with the annual training calendar and conducting training needs assessments for members.
Members can contact Mrs Fong on:
Email: admin@fhta.com.fj
Finance & Admin Assistant (FAA)
Jiuria Fimone
Jiuria Fimone is a qualified professional, holding a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Financial Management from USP. She brings extensive experience in financial management and administration to her role at the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association.
Previously, Jiuria excelled at Hot Bread Kitchen and was the successful proprietor of Borne Traders. Her career has been marked by the development of exceptional communication and organizational skills, which she has applied in diverse roles across various organizations. Jiuria is dedicated to ensuring efficient operations and client satisfaction in every aspect of her work.
Members can contact Ms Fimone on:
Email: accounts@fhta.com.fj
Membership Services Assistant (MSA)
Pranesh Dayal
Pranesh Dayal is FHTA’s Membership Services Assistant. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, majoring in International Business and Marketing (IBM) and Human Resource Management & Employment Relations from USP.
Before joining FHTA, Pranesh gained valuable experience at Yue Lai Hotel as a Front Desk Attendant/Receptionist. He also worked at Global Insight in various roles including Junior Research Assistant, Transcriber, and later, Communications/HR Assistant. As an MSA at FHTA, Pranesh will be supporting the team with member services such as immigration engagements and discounted airfares; alongside other membership services activities including handling membership inquiries and maintaining accurate member records. Additionally, he contributes to member engagement efforts by assisting the team to coordinate key events and distributing communications.
Members can contact Mr Dayal at:
Email: msa@fhta.com.fj
Phone: 777 0137 or 992 8811
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Glen Vavaitamana
Mr. Glen Vavaitamana serves as the Public Relations Officer at the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA), leveraging his Diploma in Pacific Journalism from USP. With a rich professional background, he has previously contributed his expertise to esteemed organizations such as Pacific Women Shaping Pacific Development, Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption, Fiji Television Limited, and Communications Fiji Limited.
In his capacity as Public Relations Officer, Mr. Vavaitamana assumes a pivotal role in overseeing the effective execution of FHTA’s Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy. His responsibilities extend to ensuring the proactive promotion and maintenance of the association’s and its members’ tourism initiatives in a favourable light, thereby enhancing their visibility and impact.
Members can contact Mr Vavaitamana at:
Email: pro@fhta.com.fj
Phone: 777 0137 or 992 8811
Mobile: 777 0136