With more than 25 speakers, panelists, and industry experts from both inside and outside of the travel world, the Made Simple Summit brings together one of the most dynamic lineups in the industry.
These are not just names—you’ll hear from agency owners, system strategists, financial mentors, branding pros, visibility coaches, legal advisors, and content creators who are all deeply committed to helping you grow a business that feels aligned, strategic, and sustainable.
Whether you’re craving foundational clarity, smarter systems, or a bold mindset shift into CEO-level leadership, these voices were handpicked to meet you exactly where you are—and move you forward with purpose.
Amy Kirby (Wishes and Dreams Travel): agency owner, member of Travel ALLIES and ASTA, she champions investing in both in-the-industry and outside-the-industry mentorship to reach your business and personal dreams
Angela Hughes (Trips and Ships Luxury Travel Agency): influencer marketing and industry authority
April Botta & Lynne Macolini (Coasters & Castles Travel): helping new travel advisors launch and grow successful businesses by streamlining operations, improving client service, and spending more time doing what they love—selling travel and creating unforgettable experiences for their clients
Ashley Flowers (When You Wish Travel, Path to the MAGIC Academy Member): sharing her client care origin story and the power of consistent branding to inspire loyalty, and returning clients
Bridget Agan (Perfectly Magical Travel, LLC, Path to the MAGIC Academy Member): a passionate believer in the power of mentorship, her all-in approach by investing in guidance and community to build a business—and life—that aligns with her biggest dreams
Christina Vieira & Penny Cooper (Magic Made Simple): We believe every travel advisor has a unique story to tell—a story that can redefine their business, foster deeper client relationships, and create a life they’ve always dreamed of. Success isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what matters most. That’s where the CEO mindset comes in—embracing your role as the leader of your business and intentionally crafting the story of your life and work
Dana Zificsak (Guts Grit Goals LLC): takes sales and marketing strategy and breaks it down into doable steps that any agent can use in their business
Denise Lorentzen (Dreams Travel Consulting): through mentoring, she helps travel advisors grow successful businesses of their own with a focus on creating meaningful client relationships
Elyse Archer (Founder of the Superhuman Selling and She Sells movements): mindset expert, coach, and marketing strategist empowering entrepreneurs and sales professionals to revolutionize how they sell, explode their income, and achieve quantum leaps in all areas of life
Grace Van Hollebeke (TERN): giving advisors the tools they need to modernize their operations and deliver exceptional, personalized travel experiences
Jeff Stone (My Mickey Vacations): co-owner and visionary of My Mickey Vacation Travel and Dreams Fulfilled Travel, podcaster, and marketing guru
Jill Marancos (Ensemble): how a consortia can benefit agencies to help them grow
Karin Nguyen (Parks to Paradise Travel, Path to the MAGIC Academy Member): deep understanding of client care, organization, and human resources education
Kelly Hayes Smith (The Social Takeoff Podcast): a strategy powerhouse, she helps travel professionals scale their businesses with bold branding, smart content, and a whole lot of heart
Marsha Simpson (Wishful Wanderings Travel, Path to the MAGIC Academy Member): heart-centered, no-fluff approach to the travel industry, blending storytelling, strategy, and a deep understanding of what clients truly want—she’s passionate about simplifying the process and creating space for meaningful experiences
Michael Schottey (ASTA): leading the way with education, leadership, and growth
Monica Froese (The Empowered Business Podcast): digital product strategist, AI educator, and founder of Empowered Business™, she teaches content creators and entrepreneurs how to turn their knowledge into scalable digital products and revenue-generating e-commerce shops
Nikki Hendrix (Favorite Grampy Travels): Facebook groups strategist, building massive online communities that generate 10,000+ leads a year
Shannon Cunningham (Gifted Travel Network): creative approach to engagement
Shayna Zand (Host Agency Reviews HAR): empowering travel professionals to establish and grow a thriving travel business
Sheila Folk (Travel Industry Solutions): protecting your business with contracts and compliance
Stephanie Cannon (With Stephanie Cannon): helping travel professionals cut through the money mess, move beyond financial foundations to take control of their cash flow, and finally get paid like the business owners they are
Stephanie Gries (Travefy): empower advisors to grow their businesses and deliver incredible client experiences by simplifying their workflow with proposals, itineraries, forms, and more
Tiffany Watt (DPP Travel): an expert in thoughtful client care and co-founder of educational resources for travel advisors, agency owners, and virtual assistants looking to grow with confidence
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