Collette Appoints Shane Coupland Head of Sales, Canada

TravelPulse Staff
by TravelPulse Staff
Last updated: 3:05 PM ET, Wed February 11, 2026

Collette has named Shane Coupland as its new Head of Sales, Canada.

Coupland most recently served as Director of Travel Sales & Retail Operations at CAA Atlantic. His background also includes global sales leadership roles and several years with Collette as Business Development Manager for Atlantic Canada. 

In his new position, Coupland will lead Collette’s Canadian sales team, with a focus on supporting travel advisor partners and expanding the company’s presence nationwide.

Shane Coupland, Head of Sales, Canada at Collette
Shane Coupland, Head of Sales, Canada at Collette (Photo Credit: Collette)

“Shane’s return to Collette is an exciting moment for our Canadian business. He brings deep market knowledge, a collaborative leadership style, and strong relationships with our partners — all things that matter most as we continue to grow in Canada," said Christian Leibl-Cote, EVP of Global Sales.

"I’m confident he’ll play an important role in strengthening our presence and building what’s next in this market.”

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