World Travel Agents Associations Alliance appoints new leadership
The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) has announced its newly elected Executive Committee.
The new leadership team has been unveiled with Wendy Paradis (ACTA) as board chair.
She will guide the WTAAA’s strategic direction.
She is supported by vice chairs Paula Cortés (FOLATUR) and Dean Long (ATIA), both of whom bring invaluable expertise.
Eric Drésin (ECTAA) has been named Secretary, while Hamza Rahmat (MATTA) assumes the role of Treasurer.
Otto De Vries (ASATA), now in the role of Executive Director, will continue to steer the organisation with a focus on advocacy and member engagement.
Additionally, Mark Meader (ASTA) will chair the Land & Sea Committee, and Christian Möller will lead the Air Matters Committee.
Wendy Paradis said, “I am confident that this diverse and experienced team will guide the WTAAA to new heights of influence and effectiveness.”
The new leadership is focused on tackling the complexities of NDC, addressing travel fraud, and expanding the WTAAA’s reach, particularly in Africa.
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