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Antoine Gordon/Unique Vacations Canada

Maureen Barnes-Smith, vice president, sales & marketing Canada at Unique Vacations Canada, is pleased to announce the appointment of Antoine Gordon as the new Business Development Manager, Alberta, Manitoba and Northwest Territories (based in Calgary) effective immediately. He joins the Canadian sales team for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts with a solid sales background, in travel and beyond, in both Canada and the United States.

As a Travel Industry Council of Ontario – (TICO) – certified travel advisor, Gordon inherently understands the day-to-day needs of travel advisors which will serve him well in his new role. In addition to helping travel advisors in his region develop and execute successful sales & marketing strategies to grow their business with Sandals and Beaches Resorts, he will support tour operators and tourist board partners in Western Canada.   

Travel advisors can contact Antoine Gordon at: 587-336-1841 or 1-800-545-8283 ext.4951 or by email at: [email protected].

Ian Elliott /TravelOnly

Ian Elliott has returned to TravelOnly to take on the role of Senior Vice President, Commercial & Engagement.

Elliott’s return comes as TravelOnly moves into “a dynamic new phase” as the company continues to elevate its advisor community and strengthen its position as one of Canada’s most innovative travel networks.

A long‑time champion of TravelOnly’s entrepreneurial spirit, Elliott spent the last three years in the consortia world as VP of Partner Relations at Ensemble Travel.

His return to TravelOnly brings renewed energy and a deep understanding of the company’s culture, advisors, and partners. His leadership will focus on enhancing commercial strategy, deepening engagement across the advisor network, and driving forward bold initiatives that support TravelOnly’s rapid growth.

Sylvie Madore and Danièle Bouchard/Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s Canada office is strengthening its presence in the Quebec and Ottawa markets with the  appointment of Sylvie Madore, President and CEO of La Tribu Gourmande, and Danièle  Bouchard, Marketing Consultant, effective immediately. The new representation reflects ABTA’s strategic investment in the French-speaking  Canadian market, with a focused mandate to grow visits to the destination, deepen travel advisor engagement, and expand consumer awareness across Quebec and Ottawa. 

Madore brings extensive tourism industry expertise to the role. Passionate about travel, she began her career as a travel consultant before specializing in sales, marketing, and destination representation for tour operators, airlines, hotels, and tourism boards. Her portfolio has included representation for a range of international destinations in Canada. 

Danièle Bouchard contributes more than 30 years of experience in the travel industry. As founder of Quebec-based high-end tour operator Tour Vogue, she was a pioneer in  promoting premium all-inclusive packages in the 1990s and has represented luxury hotels and destinations internationally.

Travel advisors in Quebec interested in learning more about Antigua and Barbuda are  encouraged to register for the destination’s specialist program or contact Sylvie Madore or Danièle Bouchard directly at [email protected] or by calling the Toronto office at 416- 975-1268. 

Lesley Berry/ACTA

The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Lesley Berry, CTC, to Membership Manager. 

She has been part of the travel and tourism industry since 2007, with a diverse background that includes experience as a travel advisor, flight attendant, hospitality and tourism instructor, and Disney specialist. Her breadth of industry knowledge provides valuable insight into the evolving needs of travel agencies and advisors across Canada.

As she approaches her three-year anniversary with ACTA, Berry continues to demonstrate the  professionalism and commitment that have made her a valued member of the team since  joining the organization as Membership Coordinator. Most recently, she served as Interim  Manager, Meetings and Events, stepping into the role during a maternity leave and ensuring the  continued success of ACTA’s international, national and regional events. 

Berry’s deep understanding of the travel agency sector and her member-focused approach  position her strongly to advance ACTA’s mission and support Canada’s travel advisor  community.

Steven Salm/Tully Luxury Travel

Tully Luxury Travel has appointed Steven Salm as Chief Operating Officer. Salm brings decades of hospitality experience rooted in design, culture, and guest-centric execution to the role.
 
In this position he will strengthen operational excellence while preserving the personal service that defines the Tully Difference.
 
In the months ahead, people can expect new ways to connect, smarter planning tools, and deeper access to the experiences clients value most.
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