Meet Elyss

Founder of EDL Consulting

Tourism and regional trade specialist with over 20 years’ experience across sales, product, and strategy.

Hi, I’m Elyss, the founder of EDL Consulting. With over two decades of hands-on experience across tourism, hospitality, sales and business development, I created EDL to offer grounded, practical support that reflects how our industry really works, especially in regional areas.

My career has spanned wildlife parks, 4WD and marine tours, accommodation, trade, conference & events, and destination marketing. I know how to connect the dots between product, people and performance, and I understand the pressures and potential of running a business.

Through EDL, I support operators and small businesses with:

  • Strategy and business planning

  • Trade and representation readiness

  • Systems improvement and overflow support

  • Itinerary packaging and famils coordination

  • Rate sheets, rate changes and translation prep

I’m also a long-time judge for regional and state tourism awards, and I proudly champion quality, collaboration and sustainability in every project.

What I bring:

  • Deep tourism and trade experience

  • Strong industry networks and market insight

  • Creative packaging and partnership ideas

  • Calm, collaborative, get-it-done attitude

  • Strategic vision with hands-on delivery

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow, I’ll help you shape your next steps with confidence.

📍 Based in regional NSW | Working with clients nationwide

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“I believe in sustainable growth—not just in business metrics, but in nurturing the people and communities behind them”

Ready to explore what’s next? Let’s talk.

Whether you’re ready to dive into strategy or just exploring ideas, EDL Consulting is here to help. We offer flexible, tailored support for small to medium businesses across tourism, trade, services and creative industries.

You don’t need to have it all figured out — sometimes a short conversation is the best first step.

📍 Based in Port Stephens NSW | Supporting clients Australia-wide and internationally.