Michael Golding is stepping down as chief executive of Visit Inverness Loch Ness (VILN) to take up a new role as chief executive of the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA).
Under his leadership since 2019, VILN has increased opt-in members by 43%, doubled the size of its team and became the UK’s first carbon neutral Business Improvement District.
He chaired the Highland Tourism Partnership, joined the Scottish Tourism Alliance board and also became a member of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Leadership Group.