Farole Kikkert to retire after 25+ years in travel industry

TravelBrands has announced the upcoming retirement of Farole Kikkert, business development manager for Alberta and Saskatchewan, following more than 25+ years of experience in the travel industry.

Kikkert will officially retire on October 31, 2025, concluding a career “defined by leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to the industry,” the company said.

She rejoined TravelBrands in February 2024, bringing with her extensive expertise and long-standing connections to the company.

Her history with TravelBrands dates back to the Fun Sun Vacations era, where she spent nine years in the same role supporting the Alberta market.

Over the course of her 25+ year career, she has also worked across air consolidation, cruise, tour operations, and retail, consistently driving growth while building trusted, long-term relationships with partners and clients.

“We are deeply grateful for everything Farole has contributed throughout her career,” said Bruce Lidberg, senior director of sales, TravelBrands, in a press release. “She has been a tremendous ambassador for TravelBrands, and we extend our heartfelt best wishes as she embarks on this exciting next chapter of her life.”

TravelBrands says it has begun the search for Kikkert’s successor.

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