Sabre presents the prestigious Peak of Excellence award as a way to recognize distinction among business leaders, innovators, and passionate professionals within the travel industry. Recipients are selected based on their outstanding contribution, efforts, and achievements in 2013. Direct Travel was once again chosen, after being selected from the thousands of travel agencies in North America.
“To receive the award three years in a row is an indicator of our strategic thinking, investment in technology and continuous improvement in customer deliverables,” said Lisa Buckner,
President of Direct Travel’s Central & West Regions. “Sabre does not give this award out lightly, so it’s an accomplishment that the team can be very proud of!”
The rapidly growing Travel Management Company was doubly honored, as a recent acquisition—Travel Destinations Management Group, was also named Peak of Excellence award winner for 2013.
“We couldn’t be more pleased with this dual tribute,” said Sam DeFranco, President of Direct Travel’s East Region. “Such an honor is testament to the fact that we continue to acquire companies with proven operational excellence.”
“Beyond the landmark achievements or headline wins, recipients of the 2013 award are honored for their exceptional performance throughout what was a uniquely demanding year,” said Jay Jones, Senior Vice President, The Americas, Sabre Travel Network®. “As a recipient of the Peak of Excellence 2013 award, you represent the best-in-class values of our industry.”