“Jan is one of the most astute and strategic leaders I have had the pleasure of working with. Her ability to identify the business challenge and formulate a strategy to drive growth is one I am endlessly envious of.”

“As shown by her visionary work with Tourism South Africa, Ms Hutton has rare insight and relationships in the international tourism sector. Her collaborative work with Tourism Events Queensland and Tourism Australia has established a new paradigm for cooperation and innovation which will deliver success long into the future.”

“With an EQ to match her IQ, Jan delivers business success, as a persuasive and influential leader. She’s an immense asset to any ambitious client or organisation.”

“Jan’s understanding of international tourism contributed decisively to impressive growth in traditional and new markets. She displayed an ability to bring together the different spheres of government agencies (national and provincial) into one comprehensive national strategy.”

“Jan is a true thought leader and driver of change. Her pragmatic and considered approach make her truly respected across the Tourism industry.”

“Jan's unquestioned leadership capabilities and second-to-none strategic skills. The exhaustive international search undertaken to fill this critical role has delivered an employee of outstanding capabilities, benefiting the organisation, the city and the national tourism industry. I believe Jan Hutton to be vital to our future success.”

“I witnessed first-hand Jan’s ability to meaningfully shift thinking, showcased during the organisation’s quest to embark on next generation tourism development through strategically impactful application of industry trends, consumer insights, and new technology. For any tourism organisation looking to achieve inspired, inspiring growth, I would not hesitate to recommend Jan as an asset.”

"Jan was a visionary in a formative stage of the Ogilvy business offering, showing great aplomb in leading the business forward, and growing it, into a new space."

"While I expect much will be written about Jan and her impact in various disciplines, what stands out for me from her time as CMO, was observing the enthusiasm, belief and genuine buy-in that she was able to build, to advance Tourism."

"She is one of those rare individuals that truly get the Digital space, and always takes time to explore how an organisation can create greater competitive value - an incredible professional and true visionary."

"Jan is a dynamic businessperson with her eyes set on the horizon, and feet planted firmly on the ground. She is an exciting and challenging thinker who was never short of energy, or a perspective, that moved things forward."

"Jan has massive drive that she applies to all that she pours herself into, disrupting mediocrity to deliver growth with innovative thinking. She really “gets it” as far Tourism development is concerned."

"Jan thinks strategically, seeing the broader impact. Her involvement was professional and left our organisation with higher standards."

"Jan is Innovative and dynamic Leader with excellent stakeholder alignment skills. She understands business at both a regional and global level, and was successful working at both levels."

“Jan’s local and international experience in tourism provides her with a unique and deep understanding of the industry. This gives Jan the skills to quickly build rapport, respect, and influence with all stakeholders.”