BDM Farole Kikkert Retires from TravelBrands

TravelBrands today announced the upcoming retirement of Farole Kikkert, Business Development Manager for Alberta and Saskatchewan, following more than 25+ years of experience in the travel industry. Farole will officially retire on October 31, 2025, concluding a remarkable career defined by leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to the industry.

Farole rejoined TravelBrands in February 2024 bringing with her extensive expertise and long-standing connections to the company. Her history with TravelBrands dates back to the Fun Sun Vacations era, where she spent nine years in the same role supporting the Alberta market. Over the course of her 25+ year career, she has also worked across air consolidation, cruise, tour operations, and retail, consistently driving growth while building trusted, long-term relationships with partners and clients.

“We are deeply grateful for everything Farole has contributed throughout her career,” said Bruce Lidberg, Senior Director of Sales, TravelBrands. “She has been a tremendous ambassador for TravelBrands, and we extend our heartfelt best wishes as she embarks on this exciting next chapter of her life.”

TravelBrands has already begun the search for her successor as a new Business Development Manager for Alberta and Saskatchewan, who will continue to support and strengthen relationships with its valued travel agent partners in the region.