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Viking's Michele Saegesser Wins ASTA President's Award
19.11.2024 - 20:35 / travelpulse.com / Zane Kerby / Sarah Kuta
Michele Saegesser, vice president of sales and national accounts for Viking, has been awarded the 2024 American Society of Travel Advisors’ (ASTA) President’s Award.
Zane Kerby, president and chief executive officer of ASTA, presented Saegesser with the prestigious honor last week at Signature Travel Network's 2024 Conference in Last Vegas, Nevada.
“This is certainly one of the biggest honors of my life. I can't thank ASTA enough for all you do for the advisor community and our wonderful industry,” says Saegesser.
Viking's Michele Saegesser with ASTA's Zane Kerby
The President’s Award recognizes individuals who “demonstrate a profound dedication to furthering the role of travel advisors and strengthening the travel industry,” according to ASTA.
“Michele Saegesser embodies the spirit and dedication that define the best of our profession,” said Kerby. “We are honored to celebrate her achievements and grateful for her ongoing commitment to travel advisors and our community as a whole.”
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