Felix Drake joins Collette as BDM for B.C.

Collette is welcoming a new business development manager to its Canadian team.

Felix Drake, based in Vancouver, is now responsible for assisting and empowering travel advisors in British Columbia, PAX has learned. He officially started on January 6.

Drake previously spent 12 years working in business development at Quest Diagnostics, a healthcare and lab diagnostics company.  

Originally from Jakarta, he immigrated to Vancouver in 2006. He says his love for travel started at the age of 10 when he travelled solo to Toronto, sparking his curiosity to explore new places.

Last year, he embarked on his first extended trip to Asia, spending six months exploring the vibrant cities, small towns, mountains and beaches of countries like Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and several Indonesian islands, including Bali, Lombok, and Sumba.

“Travel and adventure have always been central to my life, and I never imagined I could turn this passion into a career—until now, with Collette,” Drake told PAX.

What is he most excited about?

“A great team, industry, and the opportunity to be a part of it,” he said. “I’m thrilled that I can have a career I am passionate about and represent Collette.”

Ron Lonsdale, vice-president for Canada at Collette, said the team is “thrilled” to have Drake representing the company in the B.C. region.

“With his diverse travel experiences, along with his background in the healthcare sector, he brings a unique perspective that will enrich our collaborative efforts,” Lonsdale told PAX.

“Felix understands the value of servicing and training, which aligns perfectly with our commitment to supporting our agent community in British Columbia, which is vital for our success. Welcome aboard, Felix!"

Felix Drake can be reached at fdrake@collette.com.

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