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Courtnie Nichols
Shaiy Howard
Edouard Jean
Tonya Leigh
Omar Solis
Christina Salu
Latrise Hunter
Clarence Harris
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Courtnie Nichols

TRAVELBASH - FOUNDER

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Courtnie Nichols is the founder of TravelBash, a destination wedding travel concierge & CEO of TRVLB, a luxury membership-based travel agency delivering bespoke travel experiences. She also acts as an advisor and consultant to various travel brands looking to serve a more diverse group of modern cultural travelers through their tourism marketing efforts.   
 
After years as an ambitious fundraiser, her love for travel led her to take this passion full-time. Since her first solo flight at age 10, Courtnie has lived in Europe and explored all over the world. As a certified agent, event planner and natural connector; she uses her powers to create VIP experiences and advocate for a more inclusive travel environment for people of color.  She currently lives, works and plays in Radford, Virginia with her hubby, a college basketball coach. 
 
When she isn’t boarding a plane, speaking at various travel conferences, or soaking up some sun in the Caribbean, you can find her inspiring others to boldly take on the world from innovative road trips to luxurious five-star destinations.
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Shaiy Howard

Travel by Shaiy, LLC - President & CEO

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Travel by Shaiy, LLC (TBS) was founded by Shaiy Howard in 2006, serving thousands of clients around the US. I am fully trained and accredited with IATAN membership plus hold Master Agent certifications, including CLIA Certification. Travel by Shaiy, LLC (TBS) was quoted in nationally recognized and well-respected Wallstreet Journal in September 2017. TBS was named the top agent in the the United States by Vacation Express several years in a row.
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Edouard Jean

Massive Travels, Inc. - Owner

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Edouard Jean; owner of Massive Travels in New York opened his business after a career in the financial industry as a Stock Broker for 10 years. His love of travel came from taking his first International vacation after 9/11 and realizing that he never took a “real” vacation. After returning from his trip to Jamaica, Edouard starting putting together annual group trips to the One Love Island with up to 300 attendees every year. He caught the travel bug, which is his passion. After being laid off as a Stock Broker, he realized his true calling was as a travel advisor. Edouard opened his agency in 2006 and never looked back!

Tonya Leigh

Strategic accounts, sr. Manager at the travel corporation

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With over 14 years of experience in the leisure travel industry, Tonya Leigh stands as a beacon of strategic vision, operational prowess, and authentic engagement within the travel industry. Her journey began in 2010 and has seen her evolve from a multi-unit leader in retail for a Fortune 1 Company to an emerging figure in travel. Tonya embarked on her travel industry journey with AAA of Southern California, initially as a Travel Agent. She then elevated her career by becoming a Branch Manager, creating strategies, and increasing revenue across her footprint.

Tonya’s passion for travel was ignited by the family road trips she took every summer. These early adventures opened her eyes to the vastness of the world and fueled a lifelong desire to explore. Her extensive travels across the world are a testament to her belief that exploring new places, meeting new people, and having unique experiences enrich one’s life like nothing else can. Embracing the ethos “you’ll never find me where you left me,” Tonya’s love for travel is both a personal and professional driving force.

In her current role as the Strategic Accounts, Senior Manager at The Travel Corporation, Tonya is instrumental in developing and managing strategic accounts across the trade. Focusing on identifying new opportunities, Tonya always puts the advisor first, while positioning TTC Tour Brands as the top tour partner in North America. Tonya has been a leader in socially conscious initiatives and responsible tourism at TTC. 

Tonya’s success in the travel industry is due to her passion, thoughtfulness, and building authentic relationships. Her career success and personal mantra are mirrored: constantly move forward, explore new horizons, and enrich lives through travel.

Omar Solis

Omar Solis

Club Med Resorts

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Omar Solis is a Business Development Manager with a focus covering the SouthEast United States and National Accounts. A travel industry veteran with over 24 years experience in Hospitality, primarily in the Caribbean/Latin-American All-Inclusive segment. A native of California, Omar started his career on the Tour Operator Wholesale side with Air Jamaica Vacations in the late 90’s and has since worked for both Tour Operators, Airlines and Hotels, most recently with Club Med Resorts. Omar also owned and operated his own agency for over 10 years and imparts a wealth of experience on all sides of Travel. He’s been fortunate to visit 41 countries and counting. He enjoys sharing that knowledge with his valued travel advisor accounts and wholesale corporate partners.

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Christina Salu, MPA

Vice President, Membership
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Christina Salu serves as Vice President of Membership for the Global Business Alliance
(GBA). Christina leads GBA’s membership recruitment, engagement and retention efforts. Christina has more than  17 years of association management experience specializing in all aspects of membership development including promoting membership, evaluating membership trends and strategies, developing and implementing strategies to recruit and retain members, achieving revenue goals, and managing daily staff activities.
Previously, she served as Senior Director of Membership for the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) for three years. She was responsible for developing programs, initiatives and policies designed to increase membership growth and engagement.

Christina managed a team of four whose expertise comprised of membership, strategic partnerships and chapter relations, to provide excellent member care while identifying and creating solutions to improve the member experience.

Christina received her Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from George Mason University and her Bachelor’s in Business Management from Hampton University. Christina is passionate about mission-driven organizations and is committed to serving their members. Christina is a proud mom of two boys and has been an avid yoga student for many years. In October 2021, Christina fulfilled a lifelong goal of hers and became a certified yoga instructor.

Latrise Hunter

LH Fun travel - CEO

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With over a decade of immersion in the travel industry, Latrise has become a driving force in the sector, building a reputation for excellence and a client base as diverse as the destinations she explores.

Latrise’s journey in travel planning began humbly, organizing vacation packages for family and friends. However, her innate talent for curating seamless and unforgettable experiences quickly garnered attention, leading to substantial growth fueled by client referrals. Today, LH Fun Travel stands as a testament to Latrise’s dedication and passion for crafting personalized journeys tailored to each client’s unique desires.

Specializing in a myriad of travel experiences, Latrise is committed to making dreams a reality. From destination weddings that capture the magic of love to blissful honeymoons, lively family reunions, intimate couples’ getaways, spirited friends’ escapades, and soul-searching solo adventures, LH Fun Travel under Latrise’s leadership offers a comprehensive suite of travel services.

Latrise’s commitment to excellence goes beyond the conventional. A significant portion of her time is dedicated to working closely with various supplier partners, continuously expanding her knowledge of destinations beyond the familiar realms of Mexico and the Caribbean. Her curiosity and passion for exploration have taken her to diverse corners of the globe, including Dubai, South Africa, Greece, and Australia. As an avid traveler, Latrise is unwavering in her pursuit to add even more destinations to her repertoire, ensuring that her clients have access to a world of possibilities.
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Latrise Hunter stands at the forefront of LH Fun Travel, not just as a CEO but as a traveler, a dream-weaver, and an advocate for creating moments that last a lifetime. With a commitment to excellence and a thirst for discovery, Latrise continues to shape the future of travel, one unforgettable journey at a time.

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