Lumley will offer delegates her insights on building and managing a personal brand as well as sharing highlights of her career spanning 48 years as a model; actress, author, activist and TV presenter during the event held on November 10-12 at the Manchester Central Convention Complex.
Over the years, the Absolutely Fabulous star has travelled across the globe presenting a number of travel documentaries, including her recent series, Joanna Lumley’s India, which aired on ITV earlier this summer.
Lumley said: “Travel has been a constant source of inspiration throughout my life and career, I have been fortunate enough to make documentaries whilst seeing the world.
"I’m immensely looking forward to spending time at Travel Counsellors’ annual conference, meeting like-minded people who run their own businesses and share my passion for truly authentic and cultural travel experiences.”
Travel Counsellors said this year’s conference looked set to be its “biggest yet” with more than 1,500 delegates registered to attend.
The event will carry the theme ‘A future without limits’ and focus on helping members build on their current successes to achieve future business goals.
The firm’s latest technology tools will also be unveiled to delegates during the conference.
Travel Counsellors is giving those wishing to learn more about the business the chance to attend by registering their interest on its website.
Kirsten Hughes, UK managing director, said: “Our annual conference is now in its 23rd year and has become a great gathering of the best of the best in the travel industry.
“Joanna’s passion for travel and all things ‘experiential’ makes her the ideal speaker for our conference. In particular, her eagerness to explore hidden gems and diverse cultures in holiday destinations reflects our business model for unique and authentic travel perfectly.
She is also an inspirational business person, and I know our Travel Counsellors, who are all self-employed business owners, and colleagues will benefit from her insights and advice in this area.
“There are some exciting initiatives to be announced during the weekend, and it’s also a great opportunity for people to come together and celebrate individual successes as well as looking forward to a fantastic future as part of the company.”
