Jamie Crosthwait, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? What inspired me to pursue a career in travel and tourism was my deep passion for exploring new cultures and connecting with people from all over the world. Travel has always fascinated me—not just the destinations themselves, but the […]
Jamie Rumph, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? There wasn’t a defining moment per se, but a series of events that led me to becoming a Travel Advisor. I love Disney and found friends and family asking for advice planning their trip. I started writing a blog […]
Kristin Croenne, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? After 28 years in the mortgage industry, I was ready for a new career path. I’ve always enjoyed travel and planning, so I pivoted to Dream Vacations and haven’t looked back since. Can you share a moment in your […]
Renee Tessier, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? Travel has always been a meaningful part of my life. Growing up, my family prioritized yearly vacations where we immersed ourselves in local cultures and experiences, always striving to “live like locals.” My passion for world history made these […]
Stephanie Miranda, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
Can you share a moment in your career when you realized, “This is exactly what I’m meant to do”? There was a moment during a travel event at my branch that really made me feel, ‘This is exactly what I’m meant to do.’ I had several members asking about the cost of an island-hopping trip […]
Susan Plummer, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? I have always been that person in the family everyone turns to for advice on vacation ideas or putting together reunions or family vacations. It’s been a passion of mine to research Destinations, as I am an avid reader […]
Tara Brown, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? My journey into travel and tourism came from a deep love of exploring new places and helping others create meaningful experiences. For many years, I planned trips for family and friends just for fun, and I realized how much […]
Tara Katims, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
Can you share a moment in your career when you realized, “This is exactly what I’m meant to do”? A girl called me before her trip to India and we ended up having a full debrief and I made her a custom guide to help her avoid some of the mistakes I had made traveling […]
Tiffan Stephens, CTC – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? I grew up in the “Love Boat” and “Fantasy Island” era and always dreamed of cruising the Mexican Rivera or jetting off to some exotic location. In my early 20s, I discovered that there was a dedicated travel school […]
Vicki Kramer, CTA – Alumni Spotlight
What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? Yes—when I was eight years old, my family took a road trip from Pennsylvania to California, and I was completely captivated. It was my first time seeing snow, exploring places like Carlsbad Caverns, and discovering how each part of […]