Travel Gossip has appointed Kelly Walker as Interim Sales Director, providing maternity cover for Jessica Simpson.
Kelly, who was previously Director of Sales UK, Ireland and Europe at The Travel Corporation, joins Travel Gossip in early November.
She will lead the strategic direction of Travel Gossip’s sales function, manage key client relationships, and mentor and support the Partnerships team. She will also drive new business opportunities and represent Travel Gossip at industry events
CEO Bruce Martin said: “I’m thrilled that Kelly is joining us. She is one of the most respected senior people in travel, with the experience, credibility and energy to hit the ground running.
“Kelly has spent her career building strong relationships across the industry, and she understands what agents and suppliers need from a trade partner like Travel Gossip. She is exactly who we wanted for this role, and I know she will make a real difference to our sales team and our clients from day one”
Prior to joining TTC, Kelly was easyJet holidays Head of Distribution, and she has also held senior roles at Oliver’s Travels, James Villa Holidays and TUI.
Kelly said: “I am delighted to be joining Travel Gossip, a business I have always admired for its forward-thinking strategy and for the vital support it provides to travel businesses, especially front-line travel agents.
“I can’t wait to get started in my role, and I’m looking forward to strengthening existing partnerships and building new ones.”
Jessica’s maternity leave starts from 4 December.
