VANCOUVER — Debbie Girard, a 20-year travel industry veteran, has joined TRAVELSAVERS Canada as its new Director, Business Development.

Based in Vancouver, Girard spent much of her career as Group Manager at Transat Tours. She most recently served as Regional Sales Manager at Karisma Hotels and Resorts.

Nancy Bennett, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, TRAVELSAVERS, said Girard is the “perfect addition” to the team.

“As TRAVELSAVERS’ membership continues to grow in the Canadian market with the addition of many new innovative programs, so does our team,” she said. “I could not be more pleased and excited to welcome Debbie Girard to our Canadian team. Debbie is a seasoned travel professional with 20 plus years’ experience in the industry.”