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TRAVELSAVERS and NEST Strengthen Support for Affiliate Agencies With Leadership Promotions

Industry Veterans Jill Dickie, Rosemary Sarkis and Serra Wheeler Will Expand Advisor Service and Power Continued Growth

 

OYSTER BAY, NY (November 3, 2026): Reinforcing their long-standing commitment to driving success for travel agencies, TRAVELSAVERS and NEST have promoted three accomplished leaders to expanded roles that will further boost support for their affiliated advisors.

 

Jill Dickie takes on the new role of Director of Member Engagement and Operations for TRAVELSAVERS, while Rosemary Sarkis assumes the same position for NEST. In addition, Serra Wheeler has been promoted to Senior Business Analyst for NEST.

 

These promotions reflect the networks’ ongoing investment in attracting, developing and advancing top talent and building a future leadership bench. They underscore a broader long-term talent growth strategy to strengthen capabilities, expand expertise and ensure agencies have access to the industry-leading support, programs and resources needed to thrive.

 

“TRAVELSAVERS and NEST have always differentiated ourselves through the level of support we provide our agencies and advisors,” said Wayne Spector, Senior Vice President of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST. “Jill, Rosemary and Serra are trusted leaders who understand our agencies’ businesses and are deeply committed to their success. Their expanded responsibilities will allow us to deliver even greater value to our agencies, strengthen engagement across our networks and continue driving growth.”

 

Dickie will lead agency engagement and operational initiatives for TRAVELSAVERS, helping agencies prosper by identifying growth prospects and employing business-building network tools and programs. Dickie brings almost four decades of industry experience to the role, spanning the supplier and retail sectors. During her 13 years with TRAVELSAVERS, she has forged strong relationships with agencies, serving as a valued advocate for their success.

 

“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside incredible advisors throughout my career and helping them succeed has always been my greatest motivation,” said Dickie. “I’m excited to continue building relationships, expanding opportunities for our agencies and supporting their long-term growth in a collaborative partnership.”

 

A 20-year NEST veteran, Sarkis will expand her leadership across advisor engagement, operations, team development and key initiatives to strengthen agencies. With more than 40 years of industry experience on both the advisor and supplier sides, she has a strong record of developing and supporting agency relationships to drive success and innovation. Sarkis will continue to play a pivotal role in delivering the high-touch service that defines NEST.

 

“Our agencies are at the heart of everything we do,” said Sarkis. “I’m honored to step into this role and further my commitment to helping our agencies achieve their goals. By listening to their needs, delivering support and connecting them with the right resources, we can help them grow stronger and more successful businesses.”

 

Wheeler’s promotion recognizes her outstanding work over the past three years helping agencies maximize the value of their NEST affiliation. Drawing on her analytical expertise and more than 25 years of travel experience, she provides personalized guidance that helps advisors increase sales and achieve their business objectives. As the former owner of a NEST-affiliated agency, Wheeler is uniquely positioned to recruit and coach agencies to achieve new heights.

 

“NEST’s strength has always been our close partnership with our agencies,” said Wheeler. “I love helping advisors uncover opportunities and create strategies to move their businesses forward. I’m excited to continue working closely with our agencies to help them take advantage of all of NEST’s tools, programs and support.”

 

TRAVELSAVERS and NEST continue to invest in a robust Sales and Service team as they attract new agencies seeking their powerful portfolio of sales, marketing, technology, education and business development resources. For 56 years, the team has prioritized driving the achievements of its affiliates. Its experienced Business Analysts offer personalized consulting to ensure agencies have the guidance they need to increase revenue, improve productivity and elevate client service.
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