Titan Travel appoints Shane Lewis-Riley as Director of Trade Distribution, enhancing trade strategies and agent relationships to boost its tour and service offerings.
Titan Travel announce the appointment of Shane Lewis-Riley as Director of Trade Distribution. With over 20 years’ experience in the travel industry, Shane joins Titan having previously held roles with Virgin Voyages and P&O Cruises.
Joining Titan on 14th October 2024, Shane will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Titan’s trade strategy whilst working closely with the company’s valued trade partners. Shane will also lead Titan’s dedicated team of Key Account Managers across the UK, ensuring that agents are fully supported in promoting Titan’s award-winning tours and services, while fostering strong, collaborative relationships that drive mutual growth and success.
Andy Squirrell, Chief Commercial Officer, Titan Travel, comments, “We are delighted to welcome Shane, a trusted and experienced industry professional, into this newly created role at Titan. Shane will bring fresh ideas and a new perspective as we continue to innovate and strengthen our relationships with agents. Under his leadership, we’re confident that our trade distribution will reach new heights, and our dedicated Key Account Managers will be even better equipped to support our valued partners across the UK.”
Shane Lewis-Riley, Director of Trade Distribution, Titan Travel, comments, “I’m thrilled to be joining such a well-established and respected brand in the escorted touring market at this pivotal moment, as we set out to elevate our approach with the trade. The strong partnerships Titan has built with the trade is integral to our continued success, and I’m eager to strengthen these relationships further, ensuring our trade partners receive the very best support through our unrivalled service and trade initiatives.”
Titan has 45 years of experience creating effortless adventures, with 175+ itineraries to over 60 countries and seven continents. As one of the UK’s leading escorted tour specialists, Titan has been decorated with a number of industry awards, including the British Travel Awards, Telegraph Travel Awards, Travel Weekly’s Globe Travel Awards and, since 2021, has been endorsed by the Good Housekeeping Institute and its readers.
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