INTRODUCTION

On 1 April 2008 the newly founded and independent Tourism Enterprise Partnership (TEP) officially took over the management of a seven year old economic development programme (previously known as Tourism Enterprise Programme) facilitating the growth and development of small and medium-sized tourism businesses in South Africa.

TEP is the operating entity for a Section 21 (not for profit) Company with a prominent board of directors and a small but nimble management team who delivers innovative leadership in tourism development projects.

Each year TEP invests millions in the development of small and medium tourism businesses across South Africa. This is achieved through various projects aimed at product development (skills development, access to finance, operational efficiency, quality and service improvement, etc.) and increased provision of market access.

TEP's Vision: "to be the premier tourism small business development partner in South Africa"

TEP's Mission: "to facilitate the growth, development and sustainability of tourism enterprises to become internationally competitive"

TEP's Values:

• Inspirational leadership
• Exceeding expectations
• Total quality delivery
• An entrepreneurial spirit
• Responsible tourism focus

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