General News
21 January, 2025
Jenny bows out after 24 years
LONG-time Cairns Convention Centre senior manager Jenny Graham has retired after 24 years.
She started as a researcher, progressing to director of sales and finally leaving as bid strategy manager
Ms Graham (right) said there had been three standout moments in her career:
Global recognition: Being part of the team that won the AIPC World’s Best Congress Centre award twice
Valuable connections: The richness of connections made with global industry colleagues and clients, including working with Nobel laureates and world-leading researchers
Centre expansion: Witnessing the completion of the $176 million expansion and refurbishment of the centre.
“The city has become more sophisticated, with new business events infrastructure, including hotels, tour options, offsite venues and an additional 10,500 sqm of space at the refurbished convention centre,” Ms Graham said.
“I feel that the extraordinary produce grown in the region and the richness of cultural experiences are finally being recognised.
“It has been an absolute honour to work with ASM Global at the Cairns Convention Centre. I can’t thank management enough for the opportunities I have been afforded and for allowing me to transition slowly to a fulfilling retirement,” Ms Graham said.
Centre general manager Janet Hamilton said “we are incredibly grateful for Jenny’s dedication and hard work over the past 24 years”.
Ms Graham plans to enjoy leisure travel, hill climbing, visiting the Reef and spending time with friends and family.
