Supported by Attraction World, Virgin Holidays and World Travel Market, the initiative is open to anyone who will be under the age of 30 on December 31, 2016.

Young people from companies including agencies, operators, cruise lines and technology companies have already applied for the scheme. Applicants can also be nominated by a colleague.

The closing date for this year’s scheme is September 30, with this year’s group chosen by our judging panel on October 7.

Alumni Iain Powell, now business manager for national partnerships, Carnival UK, said: “If you want to be a part of 30 Under 30 you just have to throw yourself into it; it’s one of those opportunities where you get out what you put in.”

Visit ttgmedia.com/travelleaders to apply or nominate a colleague.

• Look out for details on the third TTG Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders Conference, in London on November 25, in next week’s TTG