Riviera Travel has appointed Gemma Ashworth as Key Account Manager for home-based trade agents, succeeding Amanda Docherty, who has played a pivotal role in developing this segment.
Under Docherty’s leadership, home-based agents have recorded a 30pc year-on-year growth, underlining their role in the company’s ongoing success. With over 25 years of experience in the travel industry, Gemma previously served as Senior Sales Manager at Carnival Cruise Lines.
In her new role, she will also assist Riviera’s Country Manager in Ireland, Carrie Day, acting as a liaison for home-working partners based in Ireland. Vicky Billing, Director of Trade & Partnerships, stated the importance of maintaining strong relationships with trade partners, emphasising a personalised approach within the travel sector.
Gemma Ashworth shared, “Joining Riviera Travel is an exciting new chapter for me, and I’m eager to contribute to a brand that delivers such incredible holidays.”
Vicky Billing shared, “This appointment reinforces the importance of our trade partners to Riviera Travel.”
