Jessica Becomes Ambassador for Tourism Queensland's Season of Sailing campaign

24-Aug-2010

Jessica was today named as an ambassador for Tourism Queensland's Season of Sailing campaign at a media conference on Hamilton Island.  Her first official duty will take place this week at one of Australia's premier sailing events, the Hamilton Island Race Week.

Jessica is also Queensland's ambassador for the 2011 World Sailing Championships in Perth. Her roles for both campaigns are to encourage more people into the sport.

Queensland Tourism parliamentary secretary Steve Wettenhall (pictured below with Jessica), said Jessica captivated the world during her seven-month quest to become the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.

"Jessica is a genuine Queensland inspiration and has developed an international profile, which makes her the perfect fit for the Season of Sailing campaign. Jessica has already succeeded in generating huge interest in sailing with people all over the world,” Mr Wettenhall said."

She will also feature in a broadcast sailing special promoting the sport in Queensland and blogging about sailing events on her website. 

Jessica is delighted to be part of the campaign. 

“I am happy to encourage more people to take up the sport of sailing. The Season of Sailing offers everyone, from all age groups, an opportunity to get out there and give it a go,” said Jessica.

Despite the media commitments today, Jessica has had a few days to relax and slow down a little this week. Tomorrow sees the first day of competition for the SB3s and Jessica is looking forward to it.

“This will certainly be a lot of fun sailing with some friends and having some fun in the beautiful surrounds of Hamilton Island,” said Jessica.  

Pic: Jessica with Queensland Tourism's Parliamentary Secretary Steve Wettenhall, at the media conference at Hamilton Island.