About Me
I am a serial entrepreneur who has been building and leading technology businesses since 1995. I currently serve as Global Travel Lead at Protect Group. Most recently I was the VP Content at Arival and the ED of OCTO. Prior, I was the CEO of Rezgo, one of the first SaaS reservation platforms for tour and activity providers. I love learning new things, new adventures, meeting amazing people, writing about stuff, and sharing what I know with others.
Experience
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Vice President of Content
I served as the VP Content at Arival and the ED of OCTO, a standards organization with the goal of simplifying connectivity for the experiences industry. Prior, I was the CEO of Rezgo, one of the first SaaS reservation platforms for tour and activity providers. I love learning new things, new adventures, meeting amazing people, writing about stuff, and sharing what I know with others.
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Executive Director
Oversee all aspects of organization administration, including strategic planning, internal and external communication, financial, programs, and specifications. I work closely with the volunteer Board of Directors, Specification Committee, Teams, and Members to ensure the organization is delivering on its mission to simplify connectivity for the industry.
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VP - Head of Solutions
I led a team of amazing solutions specialists who helped translate business into technical requirements so that Holibob could build the best possible solutions for their partners and consumers.
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In-destination Industry Veteran
05/01/2020 to 12/31/2021
We help web 3.0 creators increase authentic engagement by gamifying their communities.
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Co-founder
As CEO of Rezgo, I had the distinct pleasure of overseeing the strategic direction of the company and worked to ensure the goals, values and mission of the organization were promoted both internally with our excellent team members and externally with our customers and vendors. I led the growth and further development of the company and its flagship product, Rezgo, a Software as a Service Tour Operator Software designed for businesses who provide in-destination tours and activities such as guided tours, walking tours, whale watching, kayak, river rafting, biking, and much more.
Has Spoken At
Sunday, March 3 2024 | 16:35 PM CET
Hot Takes, Hot Topics: Operators Weigh In
This roundtable assembles industry leaders of tours, activities and attractions from across Europe for their views on the state of our industry and the outlook for 2024 and beyond. This…
Wednesday, October 25 2023 | 11:00 AM
ARIVAL | ELEVATE: Mastering Pricing Strategies for Tour Operators – 25 Oct 2023
Formalizing your pricing strategy isn’t just about setting a number. They are a crucial element of a tour operator’s overall business strategy. They can make the difference between a thriving,…
Wednesday, October 11 2023 | 09:00 AM
Move Over Shopping Channel, Say Hello to the Next Generation of Video Shopping
We know that vertical video is a powerful tool for inspiration and discovery but did you know it's also becoming a popular way to convert viewers into buyers? We'll dive…
Events Spoken At:
- 2022 Arival 360 San Diego Speakers
- 2020 Arival 360
- 2022 Berlin
- 2019 Bangkok
- 2022 Las Vegas
- 2020 APAC Virtual Summit
- 2022 Arival 360 Online
- 2020 Arival Online
- 2023 Bangkok
- 2018 Las Vegas
- 2023 Orlando
- Expert Network
- 2024 Berlin
- 2020 Arival 360
- 2024 San Diego
- 2017 Las Vegas
- 2024 Edinburgh
- 2020 APAC Virtual Summit Expert Network
- 2022 Arival 360 San Diego