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IAAPA hires Kelly Repass as director of global research

IAAPA has named Kelly Repass as its new director of global research, with Repass set to develop a new strategy for the IAAPA research programme, also overseeing its implementation and execution.






IAAPA has named Kelly Repass as its new director of global research, with Repass set to develop a new strategy for the IAAPA research programme, also overseeing its implementation and execution.

“Kelly comes to IAAPA with extensive travel and tourism experience leading consumer and industry research programmes, understanding data, and presenting results in a comprehensive, and useful manner,” said Josh Powers, executive vice president and chief financial officer, IAAPA.

“She will lead IAAPA’s efforts to conduct, analyse, and share market research to address the trends and opportunities that will shape the future of the attractions industry.”

Repass comes to IAAPA with more than 20 years of research experience in the tourism industry. Most recently she served as consumer insights manager for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Prior to that she worked for Celebrity Cruises as manager of market research and consumer insights, as well as held research-focused positions with SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment and Visit Orlando.


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IAAPA hires Kelly Repass as director of global research

IAAPA has named Kelly Repass as its new director of global research, with Repass set to develop a new strategy for the IAAPA research programme, also overseeing its implementation and execution.






IAAPA has named Kelly Repass as its new director of global research, with Repass set to develop a new strategy for the IAAPA research programme, also overseeing its implementation and execution.

“Kelly comes to IAAPA with extensive travel and tourism experience leading consumer and industry research programmes, understanding data, and presenting results in a comprehensive, and useful manner,” said Josh Powers, executive vice president and chief financial officer, IAAPA.

“She will lead IAAPA’s efforts to conduct, analyse, and share market research to address the trends and opportunities that will shape the future of the attractions industry.”

Repass comes to IAAPA with more than 20 years of research experience in the tourism industry. Most recently she served as consumer insights manager for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Prior to that she worked for Celebrity Cruises as manager of market research and consumer insights, as well as held research-focused positions with SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment and Visit Orlando.


 



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