Paolo Amaranti

Paolo Amaranti was the chief executive of Rottnest Island and turned the Island from a loss (and threats to close the Island) to a highly successful business with a very healthy financial position and international and national accolades and recognition through a multitude of tourism awards. In his last year as chief executive, Rottnest Island visitors are at an all-time record with more than 645,000 annual visitors and satisfaction rate of 97 percent.