The US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board confirmed Kurt Ekert to its post of Vice Chair. He has been the president of Minneapolis-based tourism consulting and management firm Carlson Wagonlit. This board has a total of 32 representatives from various companies dealing with the industry. Visa policy, travel facilitation, infrastructure, marketing research, economic sustainability, energy policy and aviation security have been the key areas of concern. Due to the new appointee’s two-decade long experience in this industry, he was considered the ideal fit. Previously he has held the top positions at GTA, Cendant, Continental Airlines, Travelport, e-Nett and Orbitz Worldwide.

Source:http://www.meetings-conventions.com/News/Breaking-News/The-U-S–Travel-and-Tourism-Advisory-Board-Appoints-Kurt-Ekert-to-Vice-Chair/

Uploaded Date:26 November 2018