If Only manager joins EFR
If Only product and commercial manager Iain Raeper has joined EFR Travel Group.
Raeper has taken up the role of senior product and commercial manager for the company’s leisure division.
In his new role he will oversee all product and contracting for EFR’s leisure brands, which include Luxury Worldwide Collection, Luxury Worldwide Collection Cruise and Elegant Golf Resorts.
CEO Edward Rom said: "We’re delighted to welcome Iain to EFR Travel.~ We have ambitious plans for the growth of our brands, developing our position as a major player in luxury travel in the UK.
"Key to this is ensuring that we offer our clients the very best choices to meet their tailor-made travel requirements so innovative product development and expert knowledge is vital.
"Iain has impressive knowledge and experience of both luxury tour operating and the travel industry in general, and with the combination of product, commercial and aviation expertise he brings to the table, we think he is perfect person to help drive our growth."
Having started his career as a holiday rep for Flying Colours, Raeper has also worked for Amadeus and bmi. He joined If Only in 2015.
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