Description

Adventure Travel, Africa, Bhutan, Expansion

Ryan Powell
Chief Operating Officer - Sales & Touring
andBeyond

Ryan Powell is andBeyond’s Chief Operating Officer of Sales and Touring. His is currently focused on leading their exceptional touring businesses in Africa, Asia and South America to ensure a consistent, leading, world-class guest and partner experience. He is passionate about the conservation of wildlife and natural spaces, and community development, and proudly works for a company which strives to leave the world a better place for the next generation.

https://www.andbeyond.com/

Summary

In this conversation, Jason Elkins interviews Ryan Powell, the Chief Operating Officer for Sales and Touring at andBeyond. They discuss Ryan's journey into adventure travel, the challenges and opportunities in the industry, and the transformative power of travel. Ryan shares stories of guests whose experiences with andBeyond have changed their lives and inspired them to make a difference. He emphasizes the importance of finding the part of the tourism industry that you love and connecting with people who are already in the industry to learn and explore opportunities. In this conversation, Ryan Powell discusses the impact of andBeyond's work in the travel industry. He highlights the importance of repeat guests and staff recognition, emphasizing the commitment and dedication of their team. Powell also shares the expansion plans and future goals of andBeyond, including their focus on conservation and sustainability. He emphasizes the urgent need to protect wildlife and natural habitats. Additionally, Powell discusses the positive impact of tourism on local communities and encourages responsible travel practices. The conversation concludes with a reminder of the consequences of negligence and the importance of making conscious choices in travel.

Takeaways

• Adventure travel offers opportunities for career changes and personal growth.
• Traveling can be a transformative experience that opens your eyes to different cultures and perspectives.
• The adventure travel industry needs passionate and skilled individuals to drive it forward.
• Guest experiences and feedback can validate the purpose and impact of adventure travel. andBeyond values repeat guests and recognizes their staff's commitment to their mission.
• The company is focused on making a positive impact on communities and the environment.
• andBeyond aims to double their impact by 2030 through conservation and sustainability efforts.
• Tourism can have a significant positive impact on local communities when done responsibly.

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