Jodell T Still

P O Box **

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West Cornwall CT 06796

Home Phone: 860-***-****

Cell Phone: 845-***-****

Email Address: abwe11@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: To obtain a position in a travel industry related field,

utilizing extensive experience in the travel industry.

Qualifications: Over 29 years of experience in the travel industry. I am

currently employed at Globe Travel Service. I have experience in both

domestic and international travel, handling both corporate and leisure

accounts. I am enthusiastic; willing to tackle and accept new challenges,

enjoy working with a variety of clients with different travel needs as well

as all avenues of the travel industry. I work well under pressure and

maintain a pleasant demeanor in all circumstances.

Education:

February 1982 - September 1982 Krissler Business Institute, Poughkeepsie NY

February 1981 - April 1981 BOCES, Salt Point Turnpike, Poughkeepsie NY

Received Certificate for Adult Education in Travel and Tourism

September 1975 - May 1976 SUNY, Cobleskill, Cobleskill NY

Major: Restaurant Management, completed one year of study

Millbrook High School, Millbrook NY

College Prep Course. Received NYS Regents Diploma in 1974

Employment:

July 2012 to Present: Corporate Travel Counselor at Globe Travel Service,

Bristol CT

Responsible for arranging business travel reservations for several

corporate accounts including VIPs. All air, rental car, hotel and ground

transportation arranged using Sabre GDS and the Internet obtaining the most

cost efficient routes adhering to each companies travel policies for both

domestic and international travel.

July 2011 to July 2012: Travel Counselor, American Express Corporate

Travel, Hartford CT

Responsible for arranging business travel reservations for a corporate

account including air, hotel, rail and rental car for both domestic and

international using Sabre GDS, American Express travel tools and the

Internet. Advises the most cost and time efficient routes using the

guidelines of the corporate account's specifications outlined in their

travel policy. Have experience working in general reservations, hotel,

group and recruit desk for this specific corporate client.

May 2005 to July 2011: Travel Manager, Skip Barber Racing School,

Lakeville CT

Responsible for all travel for employees and subcontractors, including

negotiation of lodging rates and booking of air and ground transportation

in the most cost effective and efficient manner. Hotel cost negotiations

have resulted in lower rates in the last six years. Instrumental in

bringing Sabre in house to do all air travel, car rental and hotel

reservations, improving on management of both cost and time of the travel

function. Prepare all travel expense charges for proper recording by the

accounting department to ensure that expenses are recorded properly and

timely. Assist in the enforcement of the company travel policy while

meeting the travel needs of staff and subcontractors. Have been a program

manager for booths at Skip Barber racing events and have worked on the rate

negotiation and meals for retail programs at the Skip Barber Racing School.

July 2003 to May 2005: Travel Consultant, Hooker Avenue Travel,

Poughkeepsie NY

Was the exclusive contact for the Skip Barber Racing School travel account

coordinating all employees and subcontractors travel for all Retail,

Special Projects and Corporate travel. Handled all aspects of corporate and

leisure travel for individuals and groups. Used extensive travel knowledge

and skills to provide optimal travel experience for Agency clients,

developing client base that contributed to overall sales success of Agency.

July 2001 to July 2003: Travel Coordinator, Skip Barber Racing School,

Lakeville CT

Coordinated all air travel, car rental and hotel reservations for all

employees and subcontractors. Worked extensively with Gandolfo Travel as

well as Internet sites to ensure the lowest possible airfare was obtained

meeting the necessary time constraints for all programs. Coordinated car

shares, negotiated the lowest possible rates with hotels for individuals as

well as large and small room blocks. Responsible for submitting all rooming

lists with all necessary changes. Responsible for coding credit card bills

and direct bills set up with individual vendors for accounting purposes.

Addressed and resolved any issues regarding incorrect billing

July 1998 to July 2001: Sales Manager, Cross Country International,

Millbrook NY

In July 1998 hired as a sales person. In January of 1999, was promoted to

sales manager. Responsible for promoting and planning equestrian and

walking vacations in Europe, Great Britain, Ireland, Costa Rica and

domestic United States through individuals and travel agents. Reported to

the president of Cross Country International with recommendations of

promotions and setting goals. Involved in problem solving with overseas

facilities and clients, worked directly with overseas clients establishing

working policies, at times traveling overseas to reinforce working

relationships and objectives and to gain product knowledge to present to

the sales staff. Consulted with the marketing director on yearly

brochures, worked jointly with the chief financial officer to report to the

president long and short term financial goals of the company.

1991 to 1998: Travel Consultant, Hooker Avenue Travel, Poughkeepsie NY,

Travel Agency Manager, Millbook Travel (branch of Hooker

Avenue Travel) Millbrook NY

Worked as a travel consultant until June of 1995, at which time the branch

office of Millbrook Travel was opened. Became manager and was responsible

for ARC sales reports, inventory, tracking commissions, debit memos, bank

deposits, staff and other managerial duties, as well as working as a travel

consultant. Cultivated a large following of clients throughout the years

of employment at the travel agencies I worked for.

1982 to 1991: Travel Consultant and Travel Agency Manager, Taylor Travel,

Pleasant Valley NY

Worked extensively on Sabre computers. Began as a consultant advancing to

manager. My duties were the same as above

1976 to 1982: Waitress, John L's Restaurant, Poughkeepsie NY

My duties were waitress oriented.

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