Goway appointment
Goway Travel has announced the appointment of Wendy Schaber to the position of business development manager for Alberta and Saskatchewan, based in Alberta. Schaber’s 22-year industry experience includes managing a small independent agency, a top producer with American Express Vacation Travel specializing in luxury, customized and international destinations. She has also been a part-time flight attendant and has significant experience as an independent travel consultant. Schaber can be reached at 1-800-387-8850, ext. 6310, or via e-mail at wendys@goway.com .

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