Tourism in the new century is becoming a major economic force. Because of the specific nature of the business that includes travelling and staying outside the place of residence, i.e. specific services organized tourist industry significantly participate in the increasing of the total economy income and contribute to the development of the economy. Good organization includes the application of acquired knowledge, theoretical and empirical i.e. practical knowledge. Knowledge in modern business becomes the primary development resource; however the same can be applied only by motivated human resources. Employees need the organizational ability of transformational leadership. Transformational leaders are always ready to accept and to adapt to changes. The basis on the fact that the tourist industry is increasingly affecting the economic development process, modern tourism needs the application of adequate leadership and management. The paper takes a point on the leaders of the specific forms in tourism.