Your Hosts

Sherryn Astley and Trevor Donaldson have been the owner/operators of the Balmoral on York since November 2006 and they bring with them a broad range of professional experience.

SHERRYN ASTLEY
Sherryn graduated with a bachelor of business in Hotel Management in 1987 and has carved out an impressive career with many five star facilities in Melbourne.   Sherryn has been the Director of Sales and Conferences for the Hotel Regent and Hotel Sofitel, then in 2002 Sherryn moved to the Grand Hyatt in Melbourne where she was the Director of Business Development, Catering and Conference Sales.

In February 2004, Sherryn received her "associate fellow" status with M.I.A.A (Meeting Industry Association of Australia) and in 2005/06 Sherryn acted in an honorary role as Treasurer for the Victorian Chamber of MIAA.   Sherryn's name and reputation is synonymous with major events and conferences throughout Australia.

TREVOR DONALDSON
Trevor has a strong background in event management and specialises in sales promotions and corporate hospitality.

Until 2002, Trevor had been the driving force of a leading Australian manufacturer in the role of Sales and Marketing Manager. His responsibilities also included being the management candidate to represent the company in the EBA agreements with over 200 staff and also led the steering committee for the business to gain accrediatation with Lloyds to achieve ISO9002 status.

In 2007 and 2008, Trevor was recognised by both the guests and management of Choice Hotels and was awarded one of fifteen "Champion of Choice" awards for outstanding operation and service in each year.