From Sunrise to new horizons: David Koch announces new career move
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David Koch, the familiar face many Australians have woken up to for over two decades on the popular morning show Sunrise, has taken a surprising turn in his career.
The former television presenter has been appointed as the new chair of the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), a role that will see him swapping the TV studio for the boardroom to boost tourism in his home state.
Kochie, as he's affectionately known, is no stranger to leadership roles, having chaired the Port Adelaide Football Club since 2012.
However, his latest appointment, which he will commence on 2 July, is set to be a three-year journey with a lofty goal: to grow South Australia's visitor economy to an impressive $12.8 billion by 2030.
The announcement was made on Thursday, marking a new chapter for the former Sunrise host. Kochie's passion for his hometown is well-known, and his new position will allow him to channel that passion into tangible growth for the state's tourism sector.
Kochie expressed his enthusiasm for South Australia's rich offerings, from its world-class food and wine to offering cultural experiences to holidaymakers.
‘We do the best food and wine in the nation, and we have some of the nation’s most spectacular regions,’ Koch said.
‘We also retain a reputation for delivering first-class major events and festivals.’
'More recently, the perceptions of Adelaide and South Australia have shifted significantly on the east coast—and we have an opportunity to capitalise on this momentum to grow our tourism sector even further.’
Kochie's strategy in his new role will be to focus on small businesses, which are the backbone of the local tourism industry.
By driving support and growth for these enterprises, he aims to enhance Adelaide's appeal as a tourist destination.
Despite stepping down as Sunrise co-host in 2023, Kochie remains a familiar presence on Australian television, making regular appearances on Sunrise and The Morning Show, where he discusses various topics, including his work with Compare The Market.
However, Koch’s career was not without controversy and issues.
In a previous story, two women lost $250,000 and $800,00 over a scam where that used Koch’s images to mislead victims into investing in bogus cryptocurrency platforms and other schemes.
This led Koch to urge social media companies to take stronger actions to combat online scams. You can read more about the story here.
What are your thoughts on Kochie's career move, and how do you think it will impact tourism in South Australia? Share your opinions in the comments below!
The former television presenter has been appointed as the new chair of the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), a role that will see him swapping the TV studio for the boardroom to boost tourism in his home state.
Kochie, as he's affectionately known, is no stranger to leadership roles, having chaired the Port Adelaide Football Club since 2012.
However, his latest appointment, which he will commence on 2 July, is set to be a three-year journey with a lofty goal: to grow South Australia's visitor economy to an impressive $12.8 billion by 2030.
David Koch has been appointed as the new chair of the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC). Credit: David Koch / Facebook
The announcement was made on Thursday, marking a new chapter for the former Sunrise host. Kochie's passion for his hometown is well-known, and his new position will allow him to channel that passion into tangible growth for the state's tourism sector.
Kochie expressed his enthusiasm for South Australia's rich offerings, from its world-class food and wine to offering cultural experiences to holidaymakers.
‘We do the best food and wine in the nation, and we have some of the nation’s most spectacular regions,’ Koch said.
‘We also retain a reputation for delivering first-class major events and festivals.’
'More recently, the perceptions of Adelaide and South Australia have shifted significantly on the east coast—and we have an opportunity to capitalise on this momentum to grow our tourism sector even further.’
Kochie's strategy in his new role will be to focus on small businesses, which are the backbone of the local tourism industry.
By driving support and growth for these enterprises, he aims to enhance Adelaide's appeal as a tourist destination.
Despite stepping down as Sunrise co-host in 2023, Kochie remains a familiar presence on Australian television, making regular appearances on Sunrise and The Morning Show, where he discusses various topics, including his work with Compare The Market.
However, Koch’s career was not without controversy and issues.
In a previous story, two women lost $250,000 and $800,00 over a scam where that used Koch’s images to mislead victims into investing in bogus cryptocurrency platforms and other schemes.
This led Koch to urge social media companies to take stronger actions to combat online scams. You can read more about the story here.
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