MONTREAL — Air Canada Vacations is recognizing the work of its Travel Advisory Board members while opening applications for a new group of advisors to join the collaborative forum.

The company says the board, made up of travel advisors from across Canada, has played an important role over the past two years in shaping product development, improving customer experience and strengthening industry relationships. 

Applications are now open for the next intake of members as ACV looks to continue that momentum.

“Over the past two years, our Advisory Board members have brought forward invaluable perspectives that have directly influenced our evolution,” said Nino Montagnese, Vice President at Air Canada Vacations. “Their commitment and passion for the travel industry have made a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for their contributions.”

The new cohort will continue to serve as a collaborative forum for idea-sharing, feedback and innovation.

Said Erminia Gallina, Director of Sales at Air Canada Vacations: “We’re looking forward to welcoming a new group of engaged and forward-thinking advisors. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something impactful and help drive meaningful change within our organization and the broader travel community.”

The committee supporting the board includes Erminia Gallina, Director, Sales; Sandra Joaquim, General Manager, Eastern Canada; Marigold Frontuna, General Manager, Western Canada; Marco Gagnon, General Manager, Ottawa and Quebec; Elish Tait, Manager, National Accounts; Christine Faulkner, Manager, Sales Operations Planning; Barbara Mengue Mbo, Sales Operations and Communications, Manager; and Erin Stewart, Coordinator, National Accounts.

Travel advisors interested in applying for the next Travel Advisory Board can submit their application here.