Travel Leaders Network president John Lovell departs company; joins Virgin Voyages as board member & senior advisor

John Lovell, President of Travel Leaders Network, a division of Internova Travel Group, is leaving the company at the end of June for a new opportunity with Virgin Voyages, where he has been appointed board member and senior advisor.

Since joining the company in 2002, Lovell has held several leadership positions. He is widely respected for his insights on travel trends and his commitment to charitable causes. Under his leadership, Travel Leaders Network has grown to nearly $20 billion in annual sales while deepening partnerships with suppliers.

“John Lovell has made a lasting impact on Internova,” said J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Internova Travel Group, one of the world’s largest travel services companies. “His commitment to supporting travel advisors and agencies has been key to solidifying our role as an industry leader. His legacy of compassion and service will continue to inspire us. While we will miss him, I know that everyone at Internova wishes John success in his new role.”

Lindsay Pearlman, currently Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will become President of Travel Leaders Network. Pearlman joined the company in 2019 to work with international partners and later took on responsibility for managing relationships with Associate members. He previously served as Co-President of Ensemble Travel Group and held executive roles at American Express.

Lovell’s appointment with Virgin Voyages comes as the company targets a significant increase in advisor-driven revenue, continued global market expansion and prepares for the launch of its fourth ship, Brilliant Lady, in September 2025.

His expertise will play a key role in shaping commercial strategy, advancing distribution capabilities and building even stronger advisor programs. Lovell will work directly with Virgin Voyages’ CEO Nirmal Saverimuttu to help scale commercial efforts, guide distribution strategy, and support global expansion efforts through 2025 and beyond.

He will serve as a strategic advisor across a number of key growth priorities and serve as a thought partner to the existing commercial and sales leadership team, supporting and amplifying the momentum already underway.

“Landing a leader like John Lovell is a monumental, defining moment for Virgin Voyages,” said Saverimuttu. “When someone with his reputation, experience and a $20 billion portfolio chooses to join your team, it’s a powerful signal that you’re building something extraordinary. John’s leadership will help us scale our growth and deepen the relationships that have always been core to who we are, especially with our First Mate community.”