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47: Fred Ferguson CEO of ABA
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  • 47: Fred Ferguson CEO of ABA

    47: Fred Ferguson CEO of ABA

    Oct 31, 2024 •

    In this episode of Traveling Tribes, host Jeff Gayduk welcomes Fred Ferguson, the new President and CEO of the American Bus Association (ABA). Fred, a seasoned industry professional with deep roots in tourism and public policy, shares his journey from his upbringing in the tourism-driven town of Park City, Utah,…

  • 46: Shirley Rourke from Goway

    46: Shirley Rourke from Goway

    Sep 5, 2024 •

    In this episode, we sit down with Shirley, a leading expert in group travel at Goway, to discuss the latest trends in the industry. We dive into the growing appeal of multi-generational family trips, special interest groups, and the increasingly adventurous destinations these travelers are seeking. From families jetting off…

  • 45: Paula Reynolds from Paula's Concierge Tours

    45: Paula Reynolds from Paula's Concierge Tours

    Aug 22, 2024 •

    Join Jeff Gayduk on this episode of the Traveling Tribes podcast, where he sits down with special guest Paula Reynolds, founder of Paula's Concierge Tours. With over 15 years in the industry, Paula shares her journey from California's wine country to the historic cities of the East Coast. They discuss…

  • 44: Karen Trevino from North Little Rock CVB

    44: Karen Trevino from North Little Rock CVB

    Aug 1, 2024 •

    In this episode of the Traveling Tribes Podcast, host Jeff Gayduk sits down with Karen Trevino, President and CEO of North Little Rock Tourism. The conversation dives into Karen's illustrious career and her recent induction into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame. Karen shares her journey, beginning at the Arkansas…

  • 43: Michael Lundquist from Croisi Europe

    43: Michael Lundquist from Croisi Europe

    Jul 11, 2024 •

    In this episode, host Jeff Gayduk reconnects with an old friend and industry veteran, Michael Lundquist, now with Croisi Europe, a family-owned river cruise company based in Strasbourg, France. With nearly 50 years in the business, Croisi Europe boasts a diverse fleet of over 50 ships and 170 itineraries worldwide,…

  • 42: Luisa Mendoza from GTSE

    42: Luisa Mendoza from GTSE

    Jun 27, 2024 •

    In this episode of the Traveling Tribes podcast, host Jeff Gayduk interviews Luisa Mendoza of Global Tourism and Sports Entertainment (GTSE). Luisa shares her experiences at IPW, the largest tourism trade show in the U.S., and her recognition at the Women in Tourism event. She reflects on her family's immigration…

  • 41: Steve Ridgeway from Criterion Travel

    41: Steve Ridgeway from Criterion Travel

    Apr 18, 2024 •

    Welcome to the Traveling Tribes Podcast, where we dive deep into group travel and tourism trends. Host Jeff Gayduk, publisher of Leisure Group Travel Magazine and author of Traveling Tribes, brings you engaging conversations with travel industry standouts and influencers. In this episode, Jeff sits down with special guest Steve…

  • 40: Tim Hines

    40: Tim Hines

    Apr 11, 2024 •

    The latest episode of Traveling Tribes features a conversation between host Jeff Gayduk and guest Tim Hines. Tim, a seasoned marketer, shares insights into leveraging AI in the travel industry. Tim's background in marketing spans over 20 years, primarily focusing on fractional CMO work. He emphasizes the importance of helping…

  • 39: Accent Travel Network

    39: Accent Travel Network

    Apr 5, 2024 •

    Join Jeff Gayduk, host of the Traveling Tribes Podcast, in an engaging conversation with Sue Arko, a recognized expert in the group travel industry. Sue shares insights from her extensive career, spanning from owning and operating Free Spirit Vacations and Events since 1996 to her current role as project manager…

  • 38: Heritage Clubs International

    38: Heritage Clubs International

    Jan 12, 2024 •

    In this captivating episode of the Traveling Tribes Podcast, the charismatic host Jeff Gayduk invites distinguished guests from Heritage Clubs International, the premier bank marketing organization in North America. Joining the conversation is Ted Nelson, Andy Ziegler, and Michael Ziegler. Listen as they delve into the fascinating origins of Heritage…

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