Scott Koepf is jumping ship to take the helm at Cruise Planners’ home-based travel agent franchise department.
As vice president of strategic development Koepf will lead Cruise Planners’ training and events team strategy when he takes over in March.
Koepf leaves Avoya Travel where he served as senior vice president of sales and started his career, which now spans three decades, as a cruise franchise owner.
He also previously held leadership roles at Cruise Holidays and Nexion, as well as serving as president of NACTA.
"I am beyond excited to be joining the Cruise Planners family and be a part of such a successful and fast-growing company," Koepf said.
"I started my career in travel as a cruise franchise owner and now, I am coming back full circle to help each Cruise Planners franchisee achieve their goals."
Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative said: "I’ve known Scott for more than 20 years and we are excited for him to join our powerhouse executive team. Having Scott on our team will help us continue our mission to innovate, grow and evolve."
