TTG's 30 Under 30: Class of 2014-15

Operations manager, Z Hotels

Ahmed has enjoyed a rapid rise within the budget hotel operator after graduating from Middlesex University last year. He joined Z Hotels as duty manager of Z Victoria in London. He is now hotel operations manager for the opening of Z Piccadilly.

What his nominator said: Ahmed’s ability to make guests feel looked after make him an asset.

Co-founder, Triptease

Alasdair co-founded the picture-led hotel review website and app with Charlie Osmond in 2012. He deals mostly with the product side of the company, “bringing ideas to life”. He previously helped to develop GHS Adventure Limited, a web-based business selling treks to the Himalayas and Mount Everest Base Camp.

What he said: I drove forward the design, build and launch of an award-winning iPad application in a matter of weeks. It quickly become featured as an editor’s pick on the iTunes Store, triggering a deluge of downloads and getting the company off to a flying start.

Travel consultant, Southern Cross Travel

Anneka joined her family’s travel agency four years ago as the youngest member of the team. She has been leading Southern Cross’s efforts to use social media to increase its profile. She also organises the agency’s consumer and marketing campaigns, as well as being a qualified Canada Specialist.

What she said: I joined during the recession and I have seen our efforts as a family to keep the business afloat and now have the chance to witness it thriving, which is incredibly rewarding.

International graduate, Tui UK & Ireland

Ben joined Tui as an international graduate, working across different areas of the business over 18 months. His work has led to the start of a project to replace manual processes and eliminate risk. Ben has also carried out projects elsewhere and worked in the European business in Majorca and France.

What his nominator said: He will, without doubt, be a future leader.

Technical director, Mediaworks Online Marketing

Daniel played a leading role in a campaign for foreign exchange firm Travelex which used both pay-per-click and SEO marketing to increase traffic 53% and raise organic search conversions 87%. The Newcastle University graduate was one of Mediaworks’ first recruits upon launch in 2007.

What his nominator said: Daniel’s innovation was pivotal to a well-thought out plan that yielded outstanding results.

Latin America product manager, Abercrombie & Kent

Graeme has quickly worked his way through the ranks since he joined as a travel coordinator in February 2011. Before his recent move into the product side, he helped to create Abercrombie’s Islands and Retreats team and worked as a consultant for the Private Travel membership club.

What he said: As a senior consultant at Abercrombie & Kent, I looked after 74 high-level patrons building a loyal relationship, exceeding their expectations in respect of service and attention to detail.

Senior marketing manager, TrekAmerica Travel

Hayley is currently covering as head of the TrekAmerica and Grand American Adventures marketing team.

Prior to joining the firm she enjoyed stints at the likes of Lloyds Banking Group, John Lewis and Virgin Holidays.

Business development director, Quintessentially Travel Group

Jenny has been promoted three times since joining the firm as a PR manager four years ago. She now reports directly to the chief executive as business development director.

In her time at the company she has helped in a company rebrand and move from being a travel agent to a tour operator.

Co-founder, Latin Routes

Jessica co-founded the tour operator Latin Routes in 2012 with Martin Johnson, one of last year’s Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders. Jessica has been leading its trade drive. Her recent promotions include a training workshop for agents and Latin Routes’ first fam trip is being planned.

What her nominator said: Jessica’s commitment led to a successful launch.

Head of marketing, World Travel Holdings

Kate has responsibility for marketing across the company’s portfolio of online cruise agencies including cruise118.com, sixstarcruise.co.uk and cheapcruises.com. Since taking up the role, Kate has boosted lead generation by up to 85%, as well as building a social media strategy from scratch.

Other achievements include increasing open rates on marketing emails and forging partnerships with consumer brands such as Antler and Specsavers.

Partnership Manager UK & Ireland, Carnival Cruise Lines

Luke joined Carnival Cruise Lines in November 2012. He was promoted from account manager to sales planning manager within six months and to partnership manager shortly after. He has responsibility for relationships with trade partners and commercial contracts as well as the trade marketing budget.

What his nominator said: Luke has recently created and implemented a new business development strategy which is already widening distribution.

Business development manager, Attraction World

Nicola has only been at Attraction World for six months but has already impressed her senior colleagues. She previously ran three Tui superstores and has demonstrated her leadership skills, innovative nature and will to win.

What her nominator said: Destined for the top, the world really is her oyster, a deserved candidate for TTG’s 30 Under 30.

Sales manager (major accounts), Princess Cruises

After spells at tour operator Trafalgar and agency AviaCircle, Rachel joined Princess in a period of significant change as it moved from Complete Cruise Solution to its own dedicated sales team. Over the past 12 months, Rachel has helped to grow a number of the cruise line’s accounts.

What her nominator said: I am continually impressed by Rachel’s commitment and passion for her job and her willingness to support and help in the development of her fellow colleagues.

UK managing director, Lagrange Holidays

In the space of just six years Rebecca has worked her way from reservations consultant to UK managing director of French specialist Lagrange Holidays. She is working on projects to improve digital marketing, the website and customer relations, as well as the management of the business.

What she said: I am determined to question the status quo and to make incremental changes to ensure that the business continues to evolve and remain competitive.

Sales executive, Classic Collection Holidays

Sarah joined Classic Collection Holidays after completing a degree in International Tourism and spending six months repping overseas. She started working in reservations before securing her dream job as a sales executive. She now spends her time on the road meeting travel agents.

What her nominator said: Sarah applies thought and consideration to every situation and has a fantastic sense of humour. This makes her a model employee and a delightful colleague.

Data analyst, Click Travel

Tom has secured two quick promotions since joining the TMC. He concentrates on analysing buying behaviour, and has developed a tool to give real-time productivity reporting in Click's reservations centre. He has also led a project to improve the use of Click’s customer relationship management tool.

What his nominator said: Tom’s commercial acumen and flair for data analysis rapidly earned him two promotions and his work has become essential to our business.