Welcome to NousTravel

Elevated Service. Experienced Leadership.

Nous is new. Our mission is to be home to the travel industry’s most successful, productive, independent contractors.

This is nous a new home for ICs.

DECLARE YOUR INDEPENDENCE

Nous is designed for independent contractors. Our leadership team has helped ICs succeed for decades, experts in the support and management that ICs need to do business. Whether your business specializes in one aspect of travel or all of it, this is selling without the layers. But don’t worry. You’ll get used to it.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

A
COMMITMENT TO
SUCCESS

In French, nous means “we.” And that’s how we run our business: as a team. Because when we work together -management and ICs-we will do great things. We will always be powered by our people. We will always have the best technology. We are committed to providing ICs, and their clients, amazing experiences. This is why Nous exists. A company focused on we.

Leisure

Corporate

Entertainment

Our Approach

IT’S ALL ABOUT OUR PEOPLE

Once you meet our people, you’ll understand why Nous is so new. More than any other business, travel is an industry that’s all about people. Nous Travel was founded by some of the industry’s most respected veterans. With decades of experience, a global network, the strategic partnerships, and most importantly the knowledge that helps ICs succeed. We will never be the world’s largest agency. We will always have the best people.

THE TEAM

A STORIED HISTORY.
AN EXCITING FUTURE.

Nous came together organically. For decades, our team has worked together, led teams together, and grown together. We share a common philosophy: bringing people together and giving them the room to be themselves. We believe in delivering satisfaction. We believe in teamwork. We believe in service. And quite simply, building a company where everyone can do their best. There is no agency quite like Nous, which is why we decided to create it.

President
Barry Noskeau
Barry Noskeau has decades of travel experience in some of the industry’s most respected companies. Accomplished as a corporate and leisure agent, Barry has also been a partner and successful owner of travel businesses, and is expert in strategic management, organization structure, and helping ICs achieve success through resource allocation and growing at scale.
Strategic Advisor
Lee Thomas
Lee Thomas has decades of travel industry executive focusing on supporting the Independent Agents who make travel happen. Lee's background covers finance, operations, and technology. This experience focuses on delivering gains by leveraging tech with operational proficiency. Lee's philosophy has always been to take care of the people who take care of travelers. Do this well, and everyone does well.
Chief Financial Officer
Sherman Snyder
Sherman Snyder has decades of finance experience working with global corporations as well as small organizations experiencing rapid growth. Throughout his extensive career in travel, Sherman has held roles in both finance and technology, expert in finding the right mix of both so that internal and external clients can succeed.
SVP Strategic Partnerships
David Sefton
From an early age, David developed a unique perspective and a passion for the travel industry. After obtaining his MBA, he took over the operations of his mother’s agency, bringing his own vision and expertise to the table. He later expanded his efforts to support other independent contractors in the travel sector. With a keen understanding of the industry’s technological needs and a dedication to exceptional service, David has become a respected figure in the travel community.
Chief Relationships Officer
Lisa Wheeler
Lisa brings a wealth of experience to NousTravel. With many years spent on the supplier side of the travel industry, she has successfully transitioned her expertise to travel management. As a co-owner of NousTravel, Lisa is excited to welcome new independent agents and agencies, working closely with them to grow their business. Her experience includes contract negotiations and building supplier relationships, always focusing on delivering positive value to suppliers and increasing earning potential for the front-line.
Senior VP of Leisure Travel Partnerships
Amy Blankenship
Amy Blankenship brings expertise in delivering exceptional support and generating quality leads for leisure travel advisors. With a demonstrated history of driving substantial growth through marketing, Amy is dedicated to helping you build the business you envision. Over the course of her career, she has cultivated strong, positive relationships with industry leading cruise and tour suppliers. Leveraging these relationships, Amy has curated a diverse portfolio of top-tier cruise and tour options tailored specifically for our Independent Advisors.
Senior VP Hotel Partnerships and Branding
Louise Whitney​
Louise Whitney is indeed a notable figure in the travel industry. With 38 years of experience, she has made significant contributions by working closely with hoteliers and supporting travel advisors. Her skills in negotiating agreements and establishing strategic partnerships have been invaluable in enhancing the offerings to independent contractors (ICs) and their clients. Her honesty, humor and dedication to her career also makes her invaluable to companies she partners with.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Casey Dalton​
Casey Dalton is a Human Resources Professional with 15 years experience. Her secret sauce is fostering organizational success through effective people management. Dalton holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, reflecting a deep understanding of the intricate dynamics that shape workplace performance and holds an Executive Juris Doctorate (EJD) in Business Law.
Senior Vice President Operations
Joanie Fortune
Joanie has been fortunate enough to work her entire career in the travel field. Starting off working in NYC as a travel agent onsite at some of the biggest Fortune 500 companies to eventually running Operations for large Corporate TMCs. She brings strategic thinking, process improvements and overall industry knowledge to ensure ICs have the full support they need to run their day-to-day Operations.
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