GTC UK, whose brands include Colletts Travel, Protravel International, Tzell Travel Group and Scotia Travel, has given managing director Jason Oshiokpekhai the additional role of senior vice-president, advisor success, for GTC in the UK and US.

In addition, Francesca Mendola will assume the role of vice-president, GTC UK. 

Oshiokpekhai joined the company in 2016 and oversaw the transition of Travel Leaders UK to Global Travel Collection UK. In his new capacity, he will be responsible for overseeing the recently launched Advisor Success Organisation (ASO) aimed at supporting advisors.

GTC said: “His focus will be in driving growth, business consultation, expanding corporate sales, increasing advisor revenue, and implementing tools and resources to help advisors diversify their independent businesses.”

Mendola, meanwhile, will continue to oversee corporate account management, business development, supplier relations and other elements in the UK.

Her elevated role will include supporting business growth and retention for GTC UK Advisors across entertainment, leisure and corporate travel markets as well as managing the day-to-day business.

GTC president Angie Licea said: “Jason and Francesca have contributed significantly to the growth of Global Travel Collection over the years and have been integral to the establishment and advancement of the Advisor Success Organisation.

“In their elevated roles, we are excited for the even stronger synergy between our US and UK divisions, and a greater sense of collaboration across the business. We remain dedicated to supporting our independent travel advisors to deliver the highest levels of service.”