CLASSIC VACATIONS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Online Platforms
- Vice President, Solutions
As the Vice President of Online Platforms at Classic Vacations, Amy Logan is constantly dreaming up new ways to make the business of travel planning more fun and efficient. She guides the product vision and development for the Website, Classic Assist and all things online at Classic Vacations.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, Product Development, Europe
Based in Athens, Greece, where she has lived for the past 35 years after marrying a Greek national, Bonty Escallon, Managing Director of Product Development Europe, has been a vital part of our Europe program since she contributed to its launch 21 years ago. Classic Europe began with only two countries, and has now expanded to include 20.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Sales
- Vice President, Sales / Business Operations
Dave Ferran is the Vice President of Sales at Classic Vacations and a 20+ year employee. Dave started in the Call Center before quickly entering Sales as a Business Development Manager in the Los Angeles area. From there he moved into sales management taking on the position of Regional Director - working with West Coast BDM's and top accounts.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Product Development
Joelle A. Apilado is the Vice President of Product Development at Classic Vacations and oversees global strategic initiatives for worldwide hotels and tours, as well as contracting and partner relations; and conducts market research and analysis to support aggressive growth goals.
Job Titles:
- Director, Human Resources
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Marketing
As the Vice President of Marketing at Classic Vacations, Lori Smith oversees the company's advertising and communications for both FIT and Groups, including co-op marketing initiatives with supplier partners.
Job Titles:
- Vice President, Groups and New Business Strategy
- VP, Groups & New Business Development Strategy
As the Vice President of Groups and New Business Strategy, Lynne is focused on growing group sales, strengthening partner and supplier relationships, and enhancing visibility for Groups by Classic Vacations. She also continues to oversee the New Business Development team, providing a streamlined process welcoming new advisors to Classic Vacations.
Job Titles:
- National Groups Sales Manager
Melissa is the Chief Executive Officer and has been with Classic Vacations for 9 years. She has been contributing to the travel industry for over 20 years in roles such as Director of Sales and Profitability, Director of Brand Development and most recently Vice President and General Manager of Classic's robust groups division. Her greatest passion is helping customers build their businesses and supporting employees in growing their careers. Melissa resides in Carmel, California with her husband of 21 years and their three daughters.
Sharon Conway is the Chief Financial Officer at Classic Vacations and serves as the key financial leader of the division.