Intrepid Travel Appoints Brian McLaren as Head of Sales, North America

Patrick Clarke
by Patrick Clarke
Last updated: 4:05 PM ET, Fri August 14, 2026

Flight Centre Travel Group Brian McLaren

Brian McLaren. (Photo Credit: Flight Centre Travel Group)

WHY IT RATES: The industry veteran steps into the new role at a key time as Canada is Intrepid's fastest-growing market, with the U.S. on pace to become its largest market globally by the end of the decade.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior Editor


Intrepid Travel, the world's largest adventure travel company, has appointed Brian McLaren as Head of Sales for North America, based in Toronto. McLaren brings more than 20 years of travel industry experience to the role, most recently serving as EVP & General Manager of Flight Centre Canada.

Why it matters: Canada is Intrepid's fastest-growing market, and the U.S. is on track to become the company's largest market globally by 2030. McLaren will lead Intrepid's North American sales team and strategy as the company works to connect more travelers with its small-group, purpose-led adventure trips.

About Brian McLaren: McLaren has spent over two decades across sales, strategy, supplier partnerships, and management, with leadership roles spanning operations and industry relationships. A traveler himself, he has visited more than 45 countries. He joins Intrepid with a strong trade network and a focus on building high-performing teams and sustainable business growth.

Quote from Brian McLaren, Head of Sales, North America, Intrepid Travel:
"I'm proud to join a company that I've had a ton of respect for over the years, and to be part of a team of purpose-driven people delivering experiences that truly live up to the promise of responsible travel."


SOURCE: Intrepid Travel press release 


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Patrick Clarke

Patrick Clarke

Senior Editor

A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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