Jim O'Brien

Sourcing, researching and creating innovative tour itineraries which break the mould of traditional adventure travel, from Bangladesh to the Congo. Extensive experience of managing large global team and network of suppliers in a number of countries, including some of the most challenging destinations on the planet. Experienced in all facets of adventure travel industry from customer facing roles to senior management. Starting off as a tour leader for small group tours in a variety of destinations from the Middle East to Africa to the Indian Subcontinent I was responsible for ensuring effective delivery of key services and maintaining an extremely high level of satisfaction. In subsequent roles I was responsible for a broad range of roles including global recruitment, managing customer feedback, costing, supplier negotiation, product development, and marketing both on and off line, including brochure production. Specialties: Adventure Travel, Product Development