Published Nov 28, 2017 12:00AM
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NEW YORK – November 28, 2017 – announced the 2018 Board of Directors, five of whom serve as the associations’ Executive Committee, at its Annual Conference & Marketplace, November 27-December 1 at the Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood, FL.
Heading the Executive Committee as newly-appointed Chairman will be Dana Santucci, vice president of Development at EF Education First, joined by Harry Dalgaard, president, Avanti Destinations, as vice chair; Charlie Ball, executive vice president, Princess Cruises & Tours, as treasurer; Scott Wiseman, president, Travel Impressions, as secretary; and Paula Twidale, executive vice president, Collette, as immediate past chair.
“It’s an honor to welcome the new board members and to work with Dana and the Executive Committee in what is shaping up to be an exciting year for ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø,” said Terry Dale, president and CEO of ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø. “I’m confident this group of leaders will expertly shepherd ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø on its path to growth while adding value for our members with focused industry advocacy and expanded programming.”
Additionally, three new members round-out ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø’s 2018 Board of Directors, who include: (*indicates newly elected)
For more information on ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, visit , call 212-599-6599, or email information@ustoa.com.
About ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø:
Representing nearly $15 billion in revenue, the member companies of U.S. Tour Operators Association provide tours, packages and custom arrangements that allow 8.6 million travelers annually unparalleled access, insider knowledge, peace-of-mind, value and freedom to enjoy destinations and experiences across the entire globe. Each member company has met the travel industry’s highest standards, including participation in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø’s Travelers Assistance Program, which protects consumer payments up to $1 million if the company goes out of business.
As a voice for the tour operator industry for more than 40 years, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø also provides education and assistance for consumers and travel agents.
Contact:
Gina Dolecki/Katherine Henry
Redpoint
212-229-0119
dolecki@redpointspeaks.com /henry@redpointspeaks.com
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