ALTATRAVELINC - Key Persons


Gloria de Micco - Treasurer

Job Titles:
  • Treasurer
Gloria moved to United States from Colombia in 1973 and graduated from Union College in New Jersey. Gloria then began working in the travel industry at Cruz del Sur travel, which at that time was the leader in the travel market. Later in 1980 Gloria opened her own travel business, GloriaTravel & Tours, located in Elizabeth New Jersey. Gloria's agency is an international full service travel company that specialists in Latin America, the Caribbean and Mexico. Gloria Travel & Tours joined ALTA in 1983 and their

Jeanette Hernandez

Job Titles:
  • Accounts
Jeanette was born in Colombia, and has over 30 years of experience in both the travel industry and accounting. Jeanette joined ALTA in 2006 as Travel Account Manager. Jeanette has the absolute responsibility for accounts payable and receivable. This Includes receipt of all invoices, sorting, review for approvals and account numbers, requesting and processing interdepartmental checks, transfers and invoice cancellations. She is also responsible for verifying the accuracy of data processing for accounting information. Jeanette experience and dedication to Alta is the best asset for the ALTA's company.

Maria E Paredes

Job Titles:
  • Development
Maria was born in Ecuador and moved permanently to New York in 1974. She began working in the Travel Industry such as travel agencies, consolidators, International Airlines and professor in the travel schools. As well, Amadeus North America (Computer Reservation Service). Working in different roles such as Account development Manager, Sales Support Manager, Customized Support and Education Manager, Integration Specialist. Maria is also an experienced traveler and a travel writer. President of FIJET-AMERICAS ( International Federation of Journalists and Travel Writers) Also, Active member of UIPT (IberoAmerican Union of Professionals of Tourism) Maria is the Account Development Director, And her over 30 years of experience in the travel industry makes ALTA's best asset. Maria's responsibilities include managing the established partnerships with international travel vendors and suppliers. In addition Maria oversees new business development both internationally and domestically.

Maria Eugenia Marquez

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Originally from Girardot, Colombia. Maria is ALTA's office manager. Maria joined Alta in 2000 Currently her duties are to oversee daily travel operations for clients as well as ALTA's agencies. She has accumulated more than 25 years of experience in the travel industry. Maria's admirable experience in managing and supervising, along with her skilled Amadeus computer reservation service knowledge, makes her a key person for ALTA's mission.

Mrs. Maria M. Khury - President

Job Titles:
  • President
President In 2006, Mrs. Khury was honored among the "Outstanding Women" by El Diario / La Prensa. "We are The Future" in 2007 recognized Ms. Khury in Albany by State Senator Eric Schneiderman. Ms. Khury has also been honored with several Proclamations in both New York and New Jersey. Some of the acknowledgments received have been from former Governor Mario Cuomo, the first Public Defender of the City of New York Mr. Mark Green, Councilor Koppell on behalf of the Kingsbridge Riverdale Development Corporation, NYC Council Chamber Award of Julissa Ferreras and Diana Reyna As well as the Assemblyman Adriano Espaillat for his participation in the company and the community. Born in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Mrs. Maria M. Khury immigrated to the United States at the age of eight. She resides and works in Riverdale. She is the proud mother of three children; The twins Carlos Manuel and Lark-Marie and Mayrin Maria Anton. Maria is also the grandmother of three beautiful children named Amelia, Daniel and Sophia Menchini.

Rob (Tito) Lara

Job Titles:
  • Technology
Tito joined ALTA in 2005. He is the Technology Support Manager for ALTA Travel. He oversees IT, e-commerce, web and social media initiatives. Tito is in charge of installing and providing support and training to customers on the use of equipment, products and AMADEUS functionality. He also maintains an internal and external relationship with departments responsible for technological products and computerized systems' operations.

ROBERTO RODRIGUEZ - VP

Job Titles:
  • First Vice - President
Roberto Rodriguez was born in Guantanamo, Cuba and immigrated to the United States in the year 1970. His career and diverse experience in the import/export, transportation, telephone and real estate companies of New York City prepared him well when he decided in 1996 to be the proud owner and founder of his travel company.

Tony Torres

Job Titles:
  • Second Vice - President
  • Owner of Travalcade Travel & Tours
Tony, is the owner of Travalcade Travel & Tours. He is a native of Cuba and helps to make educated decisions to ensure your vacation experience will exceed your wildest imagination and you will receive the best value for your money. As a large group travel provider, Travalcade specializes in arranging a variety of land and cruise tours around the world.and offers both custom group travel planning and pre-planned journeys. Travelcade Travel &Tours joined ALTA in 1989.

Yolanda Burgos

Job Titles:
  • Secretary
Yolanda moved to the United States from Lima, Peru in 1966. She began working in the travel industry in 1982. Yolanda worked with important leading companies in the industry such as 25 West, El Condor Travel and A&S Travel. During her career Yolanda focused in promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional customer servi ce and knowledge while delivering courteous and professional service. Yolanda opened her own travel agency, Happy Travel Agency, in 1988. The agency is located in Queens New York and it's a Member of Alta since 1991. Yolanda is an icon in the industry and ALTA is very pleased to have her be a part of of Alta's board members.