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TRAVELSAVERS and NEST Expand Powerhouse Marketing Team to Further Accelerate Sales and Innovation

Industry Veteran Tim Paul Named Vice President, Marketing; Malia Vrooman Takes on Newly Created Role as Vice President, Creative Services

 

OYSTER BAY, NY (November 20, 2025): TRAVELSAVERS and NEST are strengthening their marketing leadership team with two strategic appointments that will drive continued advances and sales performance amid rapid network growth.

 

Tim Paul joins the networks as Vice President, Marketing, bringing over two decades of leadership experience from prominent brands including WestJet and Expedia. Paul has spearheaded impactful marketing strategies and customer engagement initiatives, driving revenue growth through innovation and collaboration. His broad expertise spans brand strategy, digital marketing and platforms, marketing technology and sales enablement, positioning companies as trusted leaders.

 

“As growth accelerates, TRAVELSAVERS and NEST are unlocking new opportunities to elevate their impact,” said Paul. “We’re enhancing a strong foundation of marketing innovation and excellence, and advancing our efforts with expanded bold, results-driven campaigns. I’m energized by the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of growth and creativity.”

 

Malia Vrooman, formerly Vice President, Marketing, has transitioned into the newly established role of Vice President, Creative Services. A cornerstone of the marketing team since 2005, Vrooman has been instrumental in developing inventive programs and user-friendly technologies that empower affiliated agencies and partners to grow their businesses. Her deep expertise in art direction, marketing strategy, and digital marketing will be key in shaping the networks’ evolving creative vision.

 

“I’m passionate about crafting visually compelling materials that spark consumers’ interest and generate sales,” Vrooman said. “I’m looking forward to leading our growing in-house design team as we continue delivering standout creative solutions that elevate our advisors and preferred suppliers.”


“Tim and Malia bring a powerful combination of strategic insight and creative excellence,” said Chief Marketing Officer Nicole Mazza. “Their leadership will be instrumental as we expand our team, advance our brands and grow our market presence. Together they’ll champion innovation, ensuring our programs deliver even greater value for our affiliated agencies and preferred partners.”

 

TRAVELSAVERS and NEST offer a robust suite of marketing services, from custom digital and print collateral to lead generation tools, proprietary loyalty programs, and integrated campaigns. Their award-winning initiatives include direct mail, consumer emails, social media content, customizable flyers, branded websites, and more. With dedicated in-house design, editorial, and technology teams, the networks deliver polished, personalized marketing that meets the unique needs of every agency.

  

About TRAVELSAVERS

Founded in 1970, TRAVELSAVERS is an international marketing leader of more than 3,000 independently owned agencies in over 35 countries. Thanks to the buying power of $20 billion in annual sales, its more than 25,000 advisors are able to offer their clients inspirational travel experiences at the best value. With a global reputation for excellence, TRAVELSAVERS leisure and corporate agencies maximize sales and profits with cutting-edge products and services that cater to all needs. Through an exclusive protected territory system, strong supplier relationships, comprehensive marketing suite, innovative booking technology, specialized training and networking, and personalized business coaching, TRAVELSAVERS advisors are empowered to find, retain and delight clients. For more information, visit www.travelsavers.com.

 

About NEST

The Network of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel is the industry’s first and only marketing group exclusively for independent home-based travel agencies. The company empowers home-based advisors to achieve greater success financially, professionally and personally by championing best practices, solutions and opportunities. NEST helps home-based travel entrepreneurs build their business, keep their identity and maintain control. The network delivers what home-based advisors need to increase their competitive edge and profitability, including a high level of personalized support, award-winning marketing, preferred partner portfolio, education, exclusive networking and events, and innovative technology. NEST also helps suppliers reach the rapidly growing home-based distribution channel with training, motivation, offers and compensation. For more information, visit www.jointhenest.com.

Santiago Alvarado

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