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Jet2 welcomes new Tour Operator Sales Manager |
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Neil, who has 20 years’ industry experience, will be responsible for building and maintaining Jet2.com’s relationship with a wide range of tour operators – from national brands to independent agents – and providing sales support. He will also be responsible for developing new partnerships to drive winter ski and summer sun flight sales.
Neil joins Jet2.com from Leger Holidays where he spent two years as Product General Manager. He brings with him a wealth of travel industry experience spanning product development, operations and tour direction.
Speaking about his appointment, Neil said: “Jet2.com is a fantastic success story. Being from Leeds, I have been aware of the airline since its launch over six years ago and have watched it grow considerably.
“This is a great opportunity to work for an ambitious and successful local company with an international reputation which is continually expanding and evolving. It will also give me the chance to use my experience in a brand new area and role.
“I am relishing the opportunity to get out there, meet the agents and work with them to drive sales and in turn reward their success.”
Boss of Jet2.com, Philip Meeson said: “Neil has been in the industry for many years and seen it grow and change. His experiences are extremely relevant to our business and he is a great team member to have on-board.
“The travel trade always has been, and will continue to be, an extremely important focus for us. We are dedicated to working with agents and have an incentive scheme that ensures they are rewarded for their hard work. Neil’s appointment will continue to cement our relationships with operators whilst opening up new areas for us to explore.”
(c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 31-Mar-09
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