MONTREAL — Air Canada Vacations has appointed Robert Reed, a former director at Transat, as its new Manager of National Accounts.

Based in Mississauga, Reed brings with him nearly 30 years of experience in the travel industry, most recently serving as Director, National Accounts at Transat.  Before his four year stint with Transat he was with TravelBrands and before that, Thomas Cook North America, and Fun Sun Vacations. He started his career with US Airways.

He will report directly to Erminia Nigro, General Manager Sales Ontario, Manitoba & National Accounts.

“Robert’s experience lends itself perfectly to taking on this very important national role and will do much to help us to continue our work supporting our national partners and solidifying our market presence from coast to coast,” said Dana Gain, Senior Director Sales, Groups & Partnerships at Air Canada Vacations. “We are very excited about the contributions Robert will be making at ACV as part of the sales and groups leadership team, and we are very happy to welcome him to the family!”