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Aurora Expeditions Announces New Appointments to North American Sales Team

Image: Kayaking Port Lockroy (Photo Credit: Al Bakker/Aurora Expeditions)
Image: Kayaking Port Lockroy (Photo Credit: Al Bakker/Aurora Expeditions)
Sarah Kuta
by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 10:40 AM ET, Mon July 22, 2024

Aurora Expeditions is growing its footprint in North America.

The adventure travel company, which is a certified B Corp, has made four new appointments to support travel advisors and help expand the brand’s presence.

Based in Atlanta, Scott Harner is the new sales director for key accounts for the Eastern region. Julia Loria, based in San Diego, has joined as sales director for the Western region. In Minneapolis, Preston Caddell is the new sales director for key accounts in the Midwest. And Anita Gonsalves, who is based in Boston, has joined as the director of affinity group sales. 

“With this robust team in place, we are well-positioned for growth and are excited about the numerous opportunities ahead in the North American market,” says Kris Endreson, Aurora Expeditions’ vice president of sales for North America. “I am confident that our team's combined expertise and dedication will drive our success and firmly establish our presence in this vital region, and I look forward to the great achievements we will accomplish together.”


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