Phil Todisco
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David Gevanthor
Phil Todisco possesses a rare combination of intellect, humor and drive that both beguiles and delights those around him. His knowledge of the travel industry and the dynamics that drive it enables him to develop and execute strategies that both meet and exceed objectives. His manner in dealing with both his direct reports and customers consistently furthers the interests of the Company he serves. He drives business through his ability to understand, articulate and analyze data in ways that enable those around him to respond proactively in any situation. I enjoyed working with Phil and look forward to working with him again.
Tony Santilli
Phil happens to be one of the brightest individuals that I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is a forward thinker and will bring much in the way of knowledge and executive guidance to any challenge presented to him. In my opinion, he would be a great asset to any organization looking for a great leader.
David Gevanthor
Phil Todisco possesses a rare combination of intellect, humor and drive that both beguiles and delights those around him. His knowledge of the travel industry and the dynamics that drive it enables him to develop and execute strategies that both meet and exceed objectives. His manner in dealing with both his direct reports and customers consistently furthers the interests of the Company he serves. He drives business through his ability to understand, articulate and analyze data in ways that enable those around him to respond proactively in any situation. I enjoyed working with Phil and look forward to working with him again.
Tony Santilli
Phil happens to be one of the brightest individuals that I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is a forward thinker and will bring much in the way of knowledge and executive guidance to any challenge presented to him. In my opinion, he would be a great asset to any organization looking for a great leader.
David Gevanthor
Phil Todisco possesses a rare combination of intellect, humor and drive that both beguiles and delights those around him. His knowledge of the travel industry and the dynamics that drive it enables him to develop and execute strategies that both meet and exceed objectives. His manner in dealing with both his direct reports and customers consistently furthers the interests of the Company he serves. He drives business through his ability to understand, articulate and analyze data in ways that enable those around him to respond proactively in any situation. I enjoyed working with Phil and look forward to working with him again.
Tony Santilli
Phil happens to be one of the brightest individuals that I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is a forward thinker and will bring much in the way of knowledge and executive guidance to any challenge presented to him. In my opinion, he would be a great asset to any organization looking for a great leader.
David Gevanthor
Phil Todisco possesses a rare combination of intellect, humor and drive that both beguiles and delights those around him. His knowledge of the travel industry and the dynamics that drive it enables him to develop and execute strategies that both meet and exceed objectives. His manner in dealing with both his direct reports and customers consistently furthers the interests of the Company he serves. He drives business through his ability to understand, articulate and analyze data in ways that enable those around him to respond proactively in any situation. I enjoyed working with Phil and look forward to working with him again.
Tony Santilli
Phil happens to be one of the brightest individuals that I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is a forward thinker and will bring much in the way of knowledge and executive guidance to any challenge presented to him. In my opinion, he would be a great asset to any organization looking for a great leader.
Experience
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Explorica
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Greater Boston Area
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Senior Sales Director, New Business Development
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Mar 2010 - Present
Provides leadership, mentoring and strategic direction for the New Business Development division of this educational travel company. • Oversees the performance of the East Region's New Business Initiative ( 4 Inside Sales teams - total staff of 28 and 1 Outside Sales team - 6 Territory Managers) • In first role with company, grew North American Tours Division into core LOB in just two years. Delivered profitable P&L while growing passenger counts over 250%. • Re-organized the Canadian International Sales team during company re-alignment in 2012. Retained top talent while hiring and on-boarding new sales professionals. Group is now on solid footing, providing incremental growth (+35%) to the organization. Show less
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Director, Group Travel & Outbound Sales
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2007 - Mar 2009
Led Group Sales and Outbound Sales division, responsible for driving $75MM of revenue for this $250MM luxury international travel wholesale company. Managed critical activities of inside sales team of eight, driving sales performance, including activity, territory and time management skills, forecasting accuracy, lead generation and pipeline management. Led Group Sales and Outbound Sales division, responsible for driving $75MM of revenue for this $250MM luxury international travel wholesale company. Managed critical activities of inside sales team of eight, driving sales performance, including activity, territory and time management skills, forecasting accuracy, lead generation and pipeline management.
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Founder, CEO
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2001 - 2007
The driving force and senior executive behind the start-up of this boutique travel wholesaler specializing in Group, FIT and Deluxe vacations to Ireland & Scotland. The driving force and senior executive behind the start-up of this boutique travel wholesaler specializing in Group, FIT and Deluxe vacations to Ireland & Scotland.
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Director of Travel Industry Sales
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Jan 2000 - Jun 2001
Built Travel Industry sales team during acquisition push for this emerging international travel wholesale company. Created the sales plan, sales incentive plan and sales training plan during the company’s brand migration process. Built Travel Industry sales team during acquisition push for this emerging international travel wholesale company. Created the sales plan, sales incentive plan and sales training plan during the company’s brand migration process.
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Chief Marketing Officer, General Manager
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Jul 1997 - Jan 2000
Recruited to take this Ireland tour operator to the next level. Created and executed strategic marketing plan and field sales program that resulted in the company's sales doubling within three years. Recruited to take this Ireland tour operator to the next level. Created and executed strategic marketing plan and field sales program that resulted in the company's sales doubling within three years.
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Director of Marketing
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1996 - 1997
Oversaw all advertising and marketing activity for this start up wireless communications company focused on consumer direct marketing of mobile phones and digital satellite television. Negotiated media contracts, oversaw co-op marketing, planned and executed the annual advertising plan and budget, Managed the outside agency and vendor relationship contacts. Oversaw all advertising and marketing activity for this start up wireless communications company focused on consumer direct marketing of mobile phones and digital satellite television. Negotiated media contracts, oversaw co-op marketing, planned and executed the annual advertising plan and budget, Managed the outside agency and vendor relationship contacts.
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Director of Sales & Marketing
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1995 - 1996
Oversaw direct channel sales of wireless paging services in New England Region. Recruited, trained and motivated new sales force, filling 10 new positions in just 6 months. Oversaw direct channel sales of wireless paging services in New England Region. Recruited, trained and motivated new sales force, filling 10 new positions in just 6 months.
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Director of Marketing
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1990 - 1995
Led the Northeast US Sales and Marketing efforts for over 100 company owned and franchisee locations. Grew local market car and truck rental revenue using innovative grass roots marketing campaigns. Led the Northeast US Sales and Marketing efforts for over 100 company owned and franchisee locations. Grew local market car and truck rental revenue using innovative grass roots marketing campaigns.
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Marketing Manager
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1984 - 1990
Led the field marketing efforts of this family owned pizza/fast food restaurant chain through the largest company expansion. Oversaw new store openings, field marketing and product promotions, producing 6 straight years of double digit increases Developed marketing plans, budgets, advertising/creative media plans, revenue analysis, new product introductions, mall promotions, public relations and merchandising campaigns. Led the field marketing efforts of this family owned pizza/fast food restaurant chain through the largest company expansion. Oversaw new store openings, field marketing and product promotions, producing 6 straight years of double digit increases Developed marketing plans, budgets, advertising/creative media plans, revenue analysis, new product introductions, mall promotions, public relations and merchandising campaigns.
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Education
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Boston College
BS, Marketing, Economics