Global Agents, a leading company in digital marketing to travel agents for the tourism sector, is pleased to announce its official launch and the opening of operations in Germany and China, two of the most important and dynamic markets in the world.   With this expansion, Global Agents reinforces its growth with new business opportunities, to offer to the tourism sector, supporting them in their positioning, growth and international consolidation through expert local advice and contact networks with high-level travel agencies.   "The opening in Germany and China marks a key milestone in our vision to open and offer the world's most important  markets to the tourism sector. We are excited to offer our clients direct access to travel agents to promote and communicate their brands and products," said Richard Kirby, CEO of Global Agents.   Germany, as one of the major source markets for tourists in Europe, represents a key gateway and China, for its part, will be a major growth hub for outbound tourism over the next decade.   The new regional offices will be located in Hamburg and Shanghai, where specialized teams will provide comprehensive support in business development, cultural adaptation, logistics and regulatory compliance.   This launch responds to the sustained growth of Global Agents and the growing demand for internationalization services.

  Global Agents (previously WheelsUpNetwork), the premier portal for Travel Agents designed to empower them to Earn, Learn, and ave, is excited to announce the appointment of Heidi Verschaeve as Global Sales Director, effective October 1. This strategic recruitment comes as part of Global Agents' ongoing rebranding exercise across all its markets.   Richard Kirby, Managing Director of Global Agents, expressed his enthusiasm for Heidi's addition to the team, stating, “We welcome Heidi to our exciting project of continuing to grow Global Agents' footprint internationally. With her extensive background, experience, and contacts within the industry, we believe she is a tremendous asset to our company and team.”   Heidi Verschaeve brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles on the supplier side, where she has successfully collaborated with Global Agents.   “I have had the pleasure of working with Global Agents in my previous roles, and they have been instrumental in the success of the travel trade strategies I developed. I have always recommended them to my peers for collaboration,” Heidi remarked.   “I am beyond excited to join the Global Agents team and contribute to the continued growth of the company. In this age of excess information, it is critical for Travel Advisors to have access to a reliable source that serves as a one-stop shop for news on their preferred suppliers. At the same time, suppliers need efficient digital tactics to reach the Travel Advisor community. Global Agents connects suppliers and Travel Advisors across a wide array of countries, and I am honored to be joining such a prestigious market leader.”   Global Agents currently operates Travel Agent portals in ten markets, including the USA and Canada, providing the tourism sector with a comprehensive platform to promote their offerings through websites, newsletters, webinars, and more. This multimarket approach underscores Global Agents' commitment to serving the travel industry on a global scale.   You can reach Heidi at [email protected].

  WheelsUpNetwork, a leading portal for Travel Agents in USA, is excited to announce its rebranding to GlobalAgents.us. This change reflects the company’s continued international growth and commitment to providing travel agents with the tools they need to earn, learn, and save in an ever-evolving industry.   For 7 years, WheelsUpNetwork has been a trusted resource for USA Travel Agents, offering relevant industry news and insights. As part of the rebranding to Global Agents, the company aims to unify its presence across its established markets, which now include the Canada, UK, France, Spain, Mexico, and various countries in LATAM. With a global network of 250,000 travel agents, the rebranding will streamline communications and enhance the overall user experience.   Managing Director of Global Agents, Richard Kirby stated “ We are delighted with the growing engagement our website portals have with travel agents in all markets and USA particularly, and merging all in to one brand will give us further flexibility to provide relevant global information to agents whilst maintaining market specific content. It will also facilitate further international growth”.   The rebranding to Global Agents.us is not just a change in name; it represents a commitment to enhancing the value provided to travel agents worldwide. The new platform will continue to offer the same high-quality resources and support that agents have come to rely on, while also expanding its offerings to meet the needs of a diverse global audience.   Travel agents can look forward to an improved experience on GlobalAgents.us, where they will find a wealth of information tailored to their specific markets, alongside global insights that will help them thrive in the competitive travel landscape.   For more information about the rebranding and what it means for travel agents, please email Kate Ivchenko at [email protected].