Air Canada Vacations, in partnership with Sandals Resorts, hosted its annual Executive Retreat from June 10 to 13, 2025, at Sandals Montego Bay in Jamaica. The four-day event brought together key national account partners, company executives, and VIP guests for discussions around strategic planning and partnership growth.
Attendees included several prominent figures from the Canadian travel industry, such as:
- Richard Vanderlubbe, TripCentral
- Zeina Gedeon, Trevello Travel Group
- Steve Elliott-Pepin, Voyage à Rabais
- Richard Villeneuve, Voyage En Direct
- Sylvain Lastere, Groupe Atrium
- Jane Clementino, Travelsavers
- Greg Luciani, TravelOnly
“This retreat was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve through strong, long-term partnerships,” said Nino Montagnese, Vice President at Air Canada Vacations.
“Our collaboration with Sandals is built on shared values such as excellence, innovation, and community. Bringing together our top partners in such a meaningful setting allows us to deepen relationships, align on future opportunities, and collectively support the communities that welcome our travellers.”
Erminia Gallina, Director of Sales, and Elish Tait, Manager of National Accounts, delivered a strategic presentation outlining the tour operator’s latest initiatives and reinforcing its ongoing commitment to supporting partner growth.
The retreat also featured a philanthropic component.
As part of a Healthy Eating Breakfast & Reading Road Trip organized by the Sandals Foundation, attendees visited a local school where they shared breakfast with students, participated in reading activities, and helped paint a mural. Air Canada Vacations also donated school supplies to support students in the community.
Air Canada Vacations expressed gratitude to Sandals Resorts International and the Sandals Foundation for their partnership and continued collaboration.
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