Air Canada Vacations has strengthened its sales team with several new additions and internal appointments – moves the tour company says “underscore our dedication to building strong partnerships, providing unparalleled support, and driving growth opportunities for the travel community and our travel partners.”

Leading the way, Elish Tait has been appointed to the role of Manager of National Accounts. In her new capacity, she is responsible for supporting national partners and solidifying Air Canada Vacations’ market presence from coast to coast. Tait’s most recent position was Area Sales Manager for Toronto North, Northern Ontario, and Toronto East, including Kingston regions; prior to joining ACV, she held a key position at The Travel Agent Next Door, where she played a pivotal role in providing agency support and spearheading special projects over the past seven years.

New Area Sales Managers

Ontario Region – Covering Southwestern Ontario to Windsor, Clementina Iannuzzi joins Air Canada Vacations’ Sales Team from Travel Experts, where she served as Business Development Manager. And With over 13 years’ experience in various roles at Flight Centre, Bruce Parkinson steps into the role of Area Sales Manager. Both report to Erminia Gallina, General Manager for the Ontario, and Atlantic Canada regions, joining her team alongside Dianne Pedroso, Judy Munden and Krista Rothfuchs.

Western Canada Region – Overseeing Burnaby, Tri-Cities, Fraser Valley, Okanagan & Northern BC regions, Anna Teglasi brings a wealth of international experience from the luxury cruise sector and entrepreneurial ventures. Responsible for Alberta, Saskatchewan & Manitoba regions, Suzanne Morgan brings over 15 years of travel industry expertise, including a background as a travel advisor. Both report to Marigold Frontuna, General Manager for the Western Canada region, joining her team alongside Rose Siu.

ACV@Home – In response to the success of ACV@Home, a program supporting Independent Travel Advisors, Air Canada Vacations has named Tina Kensett Area Sales Manager for the ACV@Home program in Western Canada.

Additionally, Krista Rothfuchs has been promoted to Independent Advisors Manager, ensuring her continued support for Ontario and Eastern Canada.