EXO Travel recently welcomed Alex Shaw as Sales Manager for Northern Europe.
In this role, Alex will be instrumental in driving EXO Travel’s growth across Northern Europe and fostering strategic partnerships throughout the Scandinavia and Benelux markets to strengthen our regional presence.
With over 15 years of travel industry experience, Alex is deeply aligned with EXO’s mission, sharing, ‘I’m passionate about travel’s unique ability to transcend borders and forge authentic human connections, making our industry- and our company- a powerful force for positive change.’
‘Having known Alex for many years, it is very exciting to have him join the EXO team’, adds Nick Ghosh, Global Director of Sales. ‘Aside from his deep knowledge of the industry, Alex brings real commitment to doing travel the right way and is hugely passionate about our destinations’.
‘I discovered that the true power of travel lies not in the miles covered, but in the lives it touches’
Alex’s journey in travel began with a transformative year in Japan, where he volunteered at a community centre. Splitting his time between bustling Tokyo and the serene resort town of Karuizawa, he developed a lasting connection to the country.
He went on to join a leading UK tour operator, designing bespoke travel experiences for Japan visitors while learning the language.
A turn of fate took him to Myanmar, where he became General Manager at a local Destination Management Company (DMC). Beyond his managerial duties, Alex collaborated on community initiatives and inclusive tourism projects, including the ‘Yay Chan Sin’ plastic-free movement.
‘Through these experiences, I discovered that the true power of travel lies not in the miles covered, but in the lives it touches’, Alex explains. ‘This understanding reshaped my entire approach to exploring the world’.
‘I love the creative energy of experiential travel and the collaborative spirit of our industry’s brightest minds.’
Most recently, Alex served as a Compliance Officer, gaining expertise in areas such as sanctions, modern slavery and anti-corruption regulations.
Stepping into his new role at EXO, Alex will be combining his skill set with his passion for crafting extraordinary travel experiences.
He explains, ‘I love the creative energy of experiential travel and the collaborative spirit of our industry’s brightest minds. This is what led me to EXO and I’m excited to finally be a part of a company I have long admired’.
In addition to being an avid traveller, Alex is also a keen cyclist, baker and photographer. Below is a collection of his favourite photographs from his time in Myanmar.
EXO Travel is a premium Destination Management Company (DMC) providing bespoke travel solutions across a growing portfolio of global destinations. Our services range from one-off tours for individual travellers to memorable incentive trips for groups of hundreds or thousands.
Established in 1993, we’ve harnessed in-depth local knowledge and a widely-recognized penchant for authentic, groundbreaking touring to become a leading DMC for the premium travel market. As a Certified B Corporation, EXO is also demonstrably committed to sustainability and using travel as a force for good.
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