DiMarinis is back as President & CEO of Shoptravel Group Inc.

Frank DiMarinis is back in the industry with a new a new venture, that he announced on his LinkedIn account this week.

“I am excited to announce today that I am returning as President & CEO of Shoptravel Group Inc. (www.shoptravel.com), a technology-forward company servicing the travel industry. We are committed to delivering innovation, care, trust, and transparency throughout the travel experience,” DiMarinis wrote.

DiMarinis, the former president & CEO of TravelBrands, explained: “As some of you may know that I after three decades immersed in the travel industry, I stepped away for a much-needed sabbatical. This break allowed me the time to focus on my family, travel and experience the joy of becoming a grandparent.”

And he continued: “I watched the industry evolve, stumble, and adapt through unprecedented challenges. I also saw extraordinary opportunities emerging, powered by cutting-edge technology, changing traveler expectations, and a growing demand for transparency and trust.”

DiMarinis writes: “The travel industry is at a pivotal moment. Customers crave a better, smarter, and more personal way to explore the world. Additionally, agents want a more efficient way to run their business and build relationships with their customers. That insight is what has brought me back. Not to replicate the past, but to redefine the future.”

And he continues: “This great vision requires great people & partnerships. The kind of people & partners who share our appetite for innovation, our commitment to customer & agent-first experiences, and our belief that the travel industry’s best days are ahead.”

DiMarinis observed that: “This is more than a return for me; it’s a renaissance for an industry I love, and an opportunity for all of us to be part of something transformative from the ground up. The market is ready. The technology is here. The timing could not be better.”

And he concluded: “It’s a wonderful day to shoptravel … together.”

Go to www.shoptravel.com for more.