One of the best-known travel consortium leaders is stepping down from his role.
Roger Block's last day as president will be 31DEC 2024, and he will begin his new role as senior advisor on 01JAN 2025.
"The time is simply right for me to start the next phase of my life and pursue some things I've wanted to do," Block said.
"I love to spend time traveling, and that will definitely be in my future.
"I'll be filling my time with numerous activities in addition to working with the TLN leadership team in an advisory role and helping shape their future success."
Block's career in the travel industry spans 45 years, with leadership roles at Travel Leaders Network, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, and Travel Agent International.
His contributions to the industry include serving on advisory boards and chairing the ASTA Board of Directors.
Before his career in travel, he held executive positions in the banking industry. His wealth of experience and knowledge is based in Atlanta.
TLN said that during his tenure with the company, Block guided it from a franchise organization to merging with Results Travel and Vacation.com.
Under his leadership, TLN grew to include thousands of agencies of all sizes in its membership and supplier partnerships.
In Block's new position, he will advise TLN's management team on long-term strategy and competitive analysis.
"Everyone in the travel industry owes a debt of gratitude to Roger," said John Lovell, president of Travel Leaders Group.
"He cares deeply about travel advisors, and developing them as a sales channel. He's beloved among TLN members and staff, and I am thrilled that he will continue to work in the company and aid in the transition."
