Dimity McCredie plays a pivotal role in representing the interests of the cruise industry to government bodies and stakeholders across Australasia. As the Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs for Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) in the region, she is responsible for developing and implementing effective advocacy strategies and working in collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders and government representatives to address issues that impact the cruise industry.  Prior to joining CLIA in 2016, Dimity was General Counsel and an executive team member at Carnival Australia.  Her lengthy career as a lawyer has included senior positions in Australia and the UK with PwC, Gilbert + Tobin and Linklaters.