Jeffrey Nelson
Travel Consultant
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic travel professional with extensive experience in crafting and executing tailored travel arrangements for diverse clients. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and a proven track record in managing complex itineraries with precision. A reliable collaborator thriving in fast-paced environments, consistently adapting to changing demands while focusing on delivering outstanding results. Committed to enhancing client experiences through meticulous planning and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
VIP Travel Consultant
BCD Travel
09.2022 - Current
- Serve as the primary VIP Travel Consultant for BCD Travel, utilizing expertise in Sabre & Apollo Global Distribution Systems (GDS) to provide top-tier travel services.
- Offer comprehensive corporate travel consulting services, focusing on optimizing travel itineraries, reducing costs, and ensuring a seamless travel experience for high-profile clients.
- Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders at Fidelity Investments to understand their unique travel needs and preferences.
- Tailor travel solutions to meet specific client requirements, ensuring maximum comfort and efficiency during travel.
- Ensure strict adherence to corporate travel policies, maximizing cost savings and regulatory compliance.
- Implement effective emergency response plans to address unexpected travel disruptions, including rebooking and providing timely assistance to clients.
- Expertly negotiate and secure cost-effective fares, hotel rates, and transportation services, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Prepare and organize all necessary travel documentation, including visas, itineraries, and travel advisories, for clients.
- Offer round-the-clock support to VIP clients, ensuring they receive immediate assistance and guidance during travel emergencies.
- Oversee expense reporting and reimbursement processes, streamlining financial tracking for clients.
Owner
New Images Janitorial LLC
01.2003 - Current
- Devised business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
Senior Travel Consultant
One Travel Holdings
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Provided clients with a holistic and personalized travel experience, skillfully arranging airfare, hotel accommodations, and car rental arrangements tailored to their unique needs, ensuring they received the best possible value.
- Demonstrated flexibility by efficiently modifying existing tickets and reservations to accommodate client preferences while expertly advising on penalties and cancellation fees, always in alignment with company policies.
- Offered invaluable guidance to clients on visa, passport, and security requirements specific to their destination countries, facilitating smooth travel preparations and mitigating entry complications into foreign nations.
- Utilize expertise in Apollo, Amadeus & Galileo Global Distribution Systems (GDS) to provide top-tier travel services.
VIP Travel Consultant
BCD Travel
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Serve as the primary VIP Travel Consultant for many different accounts, utilizing expertise in Apollo Global Distribution System (GDS) to provide top-tier travel services.
- Offer comprehensive corporate travel consulting services, focusing on optimizing travel itineraries, reducing costs, and ensuring a seamless travel experience for high-profile clients.
- Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders at Fidelity Investments to understand their unique travel needs and preferences.
- Tailor travel solutions to meet specific client requirements, ensuring maximum comfort and efficiency during travel.
- Ensure strict adherence to corporate travel policies, maximizing cost savings and regulatory compliance.
- Implement effective emergency response plans to address unexpected travel disruptions, including rebooking and providing timely assistance to clients.
- Expertly negotiate and secure cost-effective fares, hotel rates, and transportation services, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Prepare and organize all necessary travel documentation, including visas, itineraries, and travel advisories, for clients.
- Offer round-the-clock support to VIP clients, ensuring they receive immediate assistance and guidance during travel emergencies.
- Oversee expense reporting and reimbursement processes, streamlining financial tracking for clients.
Corporate Travel Consultant
Rosenbluth International
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Serve as the primary VIP Travel Consultant for many different accounts, utilizing expertise in Apollo Global Distribution System (GDS) to provide top-tier travel services.
- Offer comprehensive corporate travel consulting services, focusing on optimizing travel itineraries, reducing costs, and ensuring a seamless travel experience for high-profile clients.
- Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders at Fidelity Investments to understand their unique travel needs and preferences.
- Tailor travel solutions to meet specific client requirements, ensuring maximum comfort and efficiency during travel.
- Ensure strict adherence to corporate travel policies, maximizing cost savings and regulatory compliance.
- Implement effective emergency response plans to address unexpected travel disruptions, including rebooking and providing timely assistance to clients.
- Expertly negotiate and secure cost-effective fares, hotel rates, and transportation services, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Prepare and organize all necessary travel documentation, including visas, itineraries, and travel advisories, for clients.
- Offer round-the-clock support to VIP clients, ensuring they receive immediate assistance and guidance during travel emergencies.
- Oversee expense reporting and reimbursement processes, streamlining financial tracking for clients.
Corporate Travel Consultant
Carlson Wagonlit
01.1986 - 01.1996
- Serve as the primary VIP Travel Consultant for Coca-Cola, Equifax & more utilizing expertise in Apollo Global Distribution System (GDS) to provide top-tier travel services.
- Offer comprehensive corporate travel consulting services, focusing on optimizing travel itineraries, reducing costs, and ensuring a seamless travel experience for high-profile clients.
- Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders at Fidelity Investments to understand their unique travel needs and preferences.
- Tailor travel solutions to meet specific client requirements, ensuring maximum comfort and efficiency during travel.
- Ensure strict adherence to corporate travel policies, maximizing cost savings and regulatory compliance.
- Implement effective emergency response plans to address unexpected travel disruptions, including rebooking and providing timely assistance to clients.
- Expertly negotiate and secure cost-effective fares, hotel rates, and transportation services, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Prepare and organize all necessary travel documentation, including visas, itineraries, and travel advisories, for clients.
- Offer round-the-clock support to VIP clients, ensuring they receive immediate assistance and guidance during travel emergencies.
- Oversee expense reporting and reimbursement processes, streamlining financial tracking for clients.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Travel Agent Course
ACT School of Travel
Atlanta, GA09.1989
Graduate Certificate - Aircrew Survival
US NAVY Aircrew Survival Equipmentman School
Lakehurst, NJ05.1979
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Hotel accommodations
- Travel research
- Travel industry expertise
- Travel arrangements
- Exceptional customer service
- Advanced itinerary planning
- Itineraries
- Global travel experience
- Administrative tasks
- Overseas tours
- Documentation preparation
Timeline
VIP Travel Consultant
BCD Travel
09.2022 - Current
Senior Travel Consultant
One Travel Holdings
01.2006 - 01.2007
Owner
New Images Janitorial LLC
01.2003 - Current
VIP Travel Consultant
BCD Travel
01.1999 - 01.2003
Corporate Travel Consultant
Rosenbluth International
01.1996 - 01.1999
Corporate Travel Consultant
Carlson Wagonlit
01.1986 - 01.1996
Graduate Certificate - Travel Agent Course
ACT School of Travel
Graduate Certificate - Aircrew Survival
US NAVY Aircrew Survival Equipmentman School
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