2017 sales: $410 million
Employees: 160
Previous ranking: 35
401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1400
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
T (305) 677-2308
Website Website Executives
PRESIDENT: Brad Anderson
CO-FOUNDER: Van Anderson
EVP: Jeffrey Anderson
EVP: Michael Anderson
SVP, SALES SUPPORT: Steve Hirshan
SVP, MARKETING: Sam McCully VP, SALES STRATEGY: Bethany Walter
VP, SALES DEVELOPMENT: Ashley Hunter
2017 Developments
2017 was Avoya's best-ever sales year, with a double-digit, year-over-year increase in independent agencies producing over $1 million in annual sales.
The number of new independent agencies affiliating with the Avoya Network more than doubled from 2016.
Rolled out more personalized education and tailored support for travel professionals and enhancements to Avoya University.
Launched Leads 2 Bookings initiative, designed to help new agencies more quickly and easily begin claiming Live Leads.
Introduced the Avoya Infinity Customer Journey, a consumer model that powers technology and marketing initiatives to help travel professionals enhance the vacation planning process.
Launched a branded video series and a consumer-influencer campaign designed to engage new consumer markets and highlight combining online search with the service of an independent agency in the Avoya Network.
Company Facts
Independent travel agency network offering proprietary programs like Live Leads.
All sales from hosted agents.
100% of sales are leisure.
American Express affiliate.
Privately held; owned by the Anderson family.
Looking Ahead
Plans further advancements in joining online search with the expertise and personal touch of independent agencies as well as increased personalization for customers.
Plans additional investment in education programs and business development and sales support for newly affiliated independent agencies in the Avoya Network and an expansion of its marketing efforts to increase awareness and value of independent agencies.