Stephen Ferguson is the CEO of the Australian Hotels Association (AHA), the national voice of Australia’s vibrant hotel industry.

The AHA is an employer peak body in the hotel and hospitality industry registered under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009.

The AHA represents more than 6,000 hotels from country pubs to five-star accommodation hotels, which provide 270,000 jobs, generate over $12 Billion economic benefit, and support over 50,000 community groups.

National areas of responsibility include workplace relations, migration, tourism, preventative health and alcohol policy, taxation, competition policy, and superannuation. 

Prior to his role with the AHA, Stephen was CEO of the Brisbane Racing Club, the owner of Doomben and Eagle Farm Racecourses. 

BRC’s core business is thoroughbred horse racing, supported by a diverse portfolio including property development, gaming, hospitality and events.

Stephen holds a Masters of Business Administration, Bachelor of Social Science and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Stephen is a Director of the Super Member’s Council of Australia, representing employers.