Crystal’s expert panel

AN AUSTRALIAN has been named as one of 13 foundation members of the Crystal Partner Advisory Council (CPAC).

David Brandon, md of Savenio, has been appointed to the council which will meet regarding travel partner programs and advancements, future new builds, and client demand for specific luxury experiences.

“Crystal will benefit from David’s insights that have been garnered throughout his 35+ years’ tenure in the Australian travel industry,” said Karen Christensen, Crystal’s svp and managing director, Australia and New Zealand.

The council will take part in quarterly meetings to review Crystal’s strategic plan, provide insight on market shifts and pass on client feedback.

CPAC will be led by Carmen Roig, Crystal’s svp of marketing & sales, and its first meeting will take place in Los Angeles in Jun.

“As we continue to change the landscape of luxury travel with the expansion of the Crystal brand, it is more imperative than ever that we engage our expert partners for their invaluable insights and feedback,” Roig said.

All 13 members have been appointed for a two-year term.

The other 12 members are: Oded Battat, Traveland; Leah Bergner, Coastline Travel; Deborah Deming, Frosch Travel; Michelle Fee, Cruise Planners; Susan Gannon, Ensemble Travel; Jason Jenkins, Cruise Vacations Inc.; Edwina Lonsdale, Mundy Cruising; Eric Maryanov, AllTravel.com; Craig Pavlus, Pavlus Travel; Gary Pollard, Ambassador Tours; Mary Jean Tully, Tully Luxury Travel; and Ruth Turpin, Cruises Etc.

Brandon is pictured above with Christensen last month.