Jim Barsch
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Got2Go Inc.
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Executive Officer
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Feb 2023 - Present
United States
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Principal
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Oct 2016 - Present
Greater Salt Lake City Area Ethos TVL Consulting provides management, leadership, operations and general growth consulting and contract services. Specific areas of focus are strategic growth, travel technology, scaling an organization, financial analysis and general management.
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BWG Strategy LLC
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United States
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Market Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisory Board Member
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Sep 2018 - Present
Greater New York City Area BWG is an invite-only network for senior executives across technology, media and telecom. BWG industry professionals participate in a series of roundtables discussions, which are a valuable resource for market intelligence, business development and personal / professional networking.
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Ripe
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisory Board Member
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Jan 2018 - Present
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NextPax
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Netherlands
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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President, NextPax Inc.
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Jul 2019 - Nov 2022
Greater Salt Lake City Area
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EVP Business Development
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Nov 2016 - Jul 2019
Almere Stad Area, Netherlands Since 2006 NextPax has been the leading technology solution provider for Vacation Rental Property Management Companies to connect with Global Travel Distribution Channels.
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LeisureLink Inc.
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Operating Officer
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Apr 2014 - Oct 2016
Greater Salt Lake City Area LeisureLink and VacationRoost merged in 2014 to become the leading technology and service provider connecting vacation rental companies and various points of travel distribution such as Expedia, Airbnb and other travel companies. The technology platform integrated distribution, revenue management and competitive intelligence solutions. LeisureLink technology simplifies the distribution processes, reduces operating costs and drives more bookings, all from one platform for Property Management… Show more LeisureLink and VacationRoost merged in 2014 to become the leading technology and service provider connecting vacation rental companies and various points of travel distribution such as Expedia, Airbnb and other travel companies. The technology platform integrated distribution, revenue management and competitive intelligence solutions. LeisureLink technology simplifies the distribution processes, reduces operating costs and drives more bookings, all from one platform for Property Management Companies. • Integrated two travel technology and service companies to be the clear leader in the industry • Scaled infrastructure to support over 100% growth in two years • Evaluated, contracted and implemented numerous suppliers and distribution channels • Built teams to support rapid growth in a highly technical and competitive marketplace Show less
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Chief Operating Officer
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Feb 2010 - Apr 2014
Greater Salt Lake City Area VacationRoost, is an online marketplace for vacation rentals where consumers can book their vacation home online, or utilize a destination expert for local advice and help to find the perfect home for any vacation type. It also provides technology and other services under white label agreements to several ski resorts, travel distributors and various divisions of tourism. • Founded B2B division focused on travel technology and services for 3rd party companies • Grew B2B to over $20M in… Show more VacationRoost, is an online marketplace for vacation rentals where consumers can book their vacation home online, or utilize a destination expert for local advice and help to find the perfect home for any vacation type. It also provides technology and other services under white label agreements to several ski resorts, travel distributors and various divisions of tourism. • Founded B2B division focused on travel technology and services for 3rd party companies • Grew B2B to over $20M in 3 years • Integrated several acquired companies into VacationRoost • Grew company infrastructure to support accelerated growth Show less
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A Day of Champions
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Leisure & Wholesale Travel
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Sep 2008 - Jan 2010
Greater Salt Lake City Area Morris Murdock Travel is the leading travel company in Utah and Idaho with a long history in the leisure, wholesale, incentive and corporate travel industry. • Consolidated brick and mortar travel agency sites to a more efficient structure • Launched a new technology platform creating significant efficiency gains and increased levels of service and sales • Reduced operating costs by $1M+
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Founder
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Oct 2007 - Aug 2008
Simi Valley, CA World Choice Healthcare provided Medical Tourism and Wellness services for people who are interested in elective or major surgery as well as other programs (dental, wellness etc.) in international locations. Services included reservations and coordination with foreign hospitals, airline bookings, hotels, transfers and other services. • Founded & launched company in 4 months • Established services in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Costa Rica
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Pleasant Holidays
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Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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200 - 300 Employee
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Sr. VP Operations & IS
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Oct 2002 - Sep 2007
Pleasant Holidays is a leader in the leisure travel industry. They are the largest vacation packaging provider to Hawaii. In addition they operate extensive vacation packages into Mexico, The Caribbean and Pacific Islands.
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Board of Directors Member
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2005 - 2007
Washington D.C. Metro Area United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) is a professional, voluntary trade association created with the primary purpose of promoting integrity within the tour operator industry.
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Senior Vice President Operations
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Jan 1997 - Sep 2002
The Mark Travel Corporation is one of the largest vacation provider in North America. They operate a number of owned brands such as Funjet Vacations & several others. In addition, they operate under white label agreements many other tour operator brands such as Southwest Airlines Vacations, United Airlines Vacations and many others.
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Vice President Reservations
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Oct 1994 - May 1997
Tulsa, Oklahoma Area Trase Miller is a technology and services company. They operate a large call center in Tulsa Oklahoma. They provide all reservation services for American Airlines Vacations and several other travel companies. In addition, they operate various back office services for a variety of companies.
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United States Army Reserve
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Field Artillery Officer
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Oct 1982 - May 1995
Held various positions in the Army National Guard as an Officer.
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Collette
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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400 - 500 Employee
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Director of Product Development / Inside Sales
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Apr 1990 - Sep 1994
Collette Vacations is a leader in the Escorted Travel Industry. They operate escorted vacations around the world . The company is one of the oldest and most respected in the tourism industry.
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Education
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Brigham Young University
Bachelors of Science, Travel & Tourism