Travel Trends Featuring Bruce Rosard, Co-Founder & CCO Arival

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Discover the remarkable life and career of Bruce Rosard, co-founder and chief commercial officer of Arival. From a hot dog vendor at a baseball stadium to an avid skier and world traveler, Bruce's journey is truly incredible. In our latest episode, we'll take you through his early days at Veteran Stadium in Philadelphia, the birth and growth of his ski business - Moguls, his first encounter with the internet, and his rise to the helm of Sales and Marketing at Phocuswright.
You'll learn about the formation of Arival and its remarkable success, even in the face of the pandemic. Bruce's tenacity, creativity, and unwavering commitment to his passion are truly inspiring. He also shares valuable insights on recent travel trends and engages in a fun-filled travel trivia session where he tests his knowledge about his favorite team, the Philadelphia Phillies.
We wrap up the episode with a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of over-tourism in Thailand and the crucial role of reservation technology platforms for operators in the global travel industry. Join us for an engaging and entertaining conversation, as we delve into the captivating world of travel through Bruce's experiences and unique perspective.

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Chapters

1. Travel Trends Featuring Bruce Rosard, Co-Founder & CCO Arival (00:00:00)

2. Bruce's Start in Sales (00:00:13)

3. From Ski Trips to Internet Travel (00:08:28)

4. Arival Conference Origins (00:22:13)

5. Revival of Arival (00:28:55)

6. Current Trends in Travel Behavior (00:41:51)

7. 5 Questions Travel Trivia (00:51:06)

8. Arival Bangkok Conference (00:57:32)

9. Final Words from Bruce (01:05:06)