Aaron Fitzpatrick joins Explore Worldwide as BDM for North America

Small-group tour operator Explore Worldwide has announced the appointment of Aaron Fitzpatrick as business development manager for North America.

Bringing more than a decade of experience in customer relations and a passion for travel, Fitzpatrick will support Explore’s plans to grow sales and relationships among the travel agency and advisor community.

In this newly-created position, Fitzpatrick will be responsible for creating and executing strategic plans to grow trade sales and nurture existing partnerships while establishing new collaborations with key travel advisor stakeholders throughout North America.

He will also take the lead on training and product knowledge sessions for industry partners, development and implementation of trade campaigns and incentives, as well as representation for Explore at key industry events and conferences.

“This newly-created role marks an important phase in our growth plan and business development to support the trusted advisor community across both Canada and the U.S.,” said Katy Rockett, regional director for North America. “Aaron’s proven track record at delivering exceptional client service, coupled with his business acumen and understanding of the travel space as a former tour guide, make him instrumental to the work our growing team is doing.”

Fitzpatrick’s past roles have included event coordinator at Science Everywhere in Toronto, planning and hosting live social debate games across the country; project manager with global Fintech leader, Broadridge (formerly RPM Technologies); and as a tour guide with Fat Tire Bike Tours where he led small group tours across Paris and Versailles, France.

He also holds a business administration diploma from Durham College.

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