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Lisa Berry/Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises has appointed Lesley Berry to the role of Field Sales Manager for Western Ontario. Berry, who is a familiar face in the industry from her work with ACTA, also has previous travel experience as a flight attendant, travel counsellor and vacation coordinator.

In her new role, Berry will support the travel advisor community and helping them grow their Celebrity Cruises business.

She brings more than a decade of experience within the travel industry, with a diverse background spanning multiple areas of the business. 

Paul Georgopoulos/TTI Travel Canada

TTI Travel Canada has appointed Paul Georgopoulos as Senior Director, Strategic Client Partnerships, strengthening the company’s focus on corporate-travel growth and high-touch, client-centered service reporting to Lucy LaVigna, Vice President Travel Services.

Georgopoulos brings more than 25 years of experience in corporate travel, strategic sales, business development, and client relationship management. He joins TTI following a long career with American Express Global Business Travel, where he built a strong reputation for developing trusted client relationships and supporting organizations with their evolving travel-program needs.

In his new role, Georgopoulos will focus on strategic business development, expanding TTI’s corporate client portfolio, and building relationships with organizations seeking customized travel-management solutions. He will work closely with TTI’s leadership and sales team to advance new client opportunities to help prospective clients understand how TTI combines personalized Canadian service with global travel-management capabilities.

Eugénie Audebert/Air France-KLM

Air France-KLM has appointed Eugénie Audebert as Country Manager for Canada. She becomes the 19th person to lead the Group’s Canadian organization, established in 1950, the year Air France launched its first service between Montréal and Paris.

Audebert brings nearly 20 years of experience within the Air France-KLM Group to the Canadian market. She began her career in Italy and has since held several positions in sales development, strategy and customer experience. She was previously based in Bogotá, Colombia, where she had served as Commercial Director for the Andean countries, Central America, Cuba and the Dominican Republic since August 2023.

Her previous roles include Global Sales Account Manager, where she was responsible for monitoring performance, managing client relationships, and negotiating commercial agreements.

Nicole Mathias/travelbrands

travelbrands is welcoming Nicole Mathias to its sales team as Business Development Manager for the GTA to Fort Erie, Southwestern Ontario and Atlantic Canada.

Mathias brings nearly two decades of travel industry experience to the role. She began her career in 2007 as an in-store travel advisor before going on to operate her own independent agency. Well respected within the travel community, she has also mentored and supported fellow advisors as they built and grew their businesses.

Her experience as both a storefront and home-based advisor gives Nicole a valuable perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing travel professionals today, as well as the support they need to grow their businesses.

In her new role, Nicole will work closely with agency partners throughout her territory, helping them grow their sales and maximize opportunities across travelbrands’ extensive portfolio of products and services. Travel advisors can connect with Mathias at [email protected].

Sevi Anagnostis & Michael Raffanello/TRAVELSAVERS

TRAVELSAVERS has appointed Sevi Anagnostis as Senior Director, Supplier Relations. With more than 35 years of experience directing national partnerships, negotiations and revenue-growth strategies, she brings a proven ability to unite suppliers and agencies around shared goals that drive measurable results.

In her new role, Anagnostis will strengthen relationships with air and car partners, identifying opportunities for mutual growth and helping agencies increase their share of business with those suppliers.

Most recently, Anagnostis served as National Accounts Manager at WestJet Vacations, where she led the growth of a multimillion-dollar portfolio. Her background also includes leadership roles with Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Air Canada, Canadian Airlines and Canadian Holidays.

Michael Raffanello has also joined TRAVELSAVERS Canada as Supplier Relations and Marketing Coordinator, bringing to his role more than five years of experience in multichannel marketing, campaign analysis, event coordination and vendor relations.

Nick Levasseur/Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises has named Nick Levasseur to the role of Field Sales Manager.

Levasseur will be responsible for Quebec and the Maritime provinces, and has experience both in the travel and medical industry. 

Prior to joining Celebrity Cruises, he served as a Business Development Manager for Collette, covering Eastern Ontario and Atlantic Canada.

Michèle Rauzon/Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.

Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has appointed Michèle Rauzon as Business Development Representative for Québec. 

A highly respected tourism professional with more than four decades of industry experience, Rauzon brings an exceptional depth of knowledge and an extensive network of relationships across Québec’s travel trade. 

Rauzon will work closely with travel advisors and industry stakeholders to expand awareness of Barbados, deliver destination training, support cooperative marketing initiatives, and inspire more Québec travellers to experience the warmth, culture, and world-class experiences that define the island.

Travel advisors and industry partners throughout Québec can reach Rauzon by email at [email protected].

Justin French/Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line has promoted Justin French to the position of vice president, charters, meetings and incentives. 

French has held various positions during his tenure with the cruise line since 2003, including most recently as Regional Vice President, and is now responsible for the strategic leadership, commercial growth, and operational oversight of Carnival Cruise Line’s charter, meetings, and incentive group business.

In this role, he leads the development and execution of growth strategies, cultivates key industry partnerships, and oversees the successful delivery of charter and group programs, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, operational excellence, and strong business performance.

“I am honoured to lead Carnival Cruise Line’s Charters, Meetings & Incentives Department at such a dynamic time for our business. Together, we will continue to deliver exceptional customer experiences, strengthen strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable growth while advancing Carnival’s leadership in the group and charter market.”

Sara Norris/Park’N Fly

Park’N Fly has appointed Edmonton-based sales veteran Sara Norris as its new Account Executive for Alberta, as the national airport parking company looks to build on strong growth in the corporate and leisure markets.

Norris brings a wealth of sales experience across diverse sectors, most recently in the wine industry. She also brings an entrepreneurial perspective, having operated her own business for several years, where she helped small businesses, particularly nonprofits, develop marketing strategies and enhance their online presence through website design.

Passionate about continuous learning and building strong relationships, in her new role, she looks forward to supporting customers and partners while helping drive continued growth across the Alberta market. Norris is based in Edmonton and looks forward to connecting with businesses and organizations throughout the region.

Michael Hook/FCM Canada

FCM Travel, the flagship large market business travel division of Flight Centre Travel Group, has announced the appointment of Michael Hook as General Manager of FCM Canada. In his new leadership role, Hook will oversee FCM’s Canadian operations, a strategic growth market for the company.

With more than two decades of sales experience, Hook will play a key role in advancing FCM’s strategy and strengthening its presence across Canada. He brings a strong track record of building relationships, driving growth, and leading high-performing teams.

He has spent the past eight years at FCM, most recently serving as Director of Sales for North America. Prior to joining FCM, Hook held various sales roles and leadership positions with the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Argonauts Football Club. He will serve as a member of FCM’s Americas leadership team and represent FCM on FCTG’s Canadian leadership team.

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