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Whether you are new to the travel industry or have years of experience

Selecting the right Travel Host Agency as your partner is one of the most important business decisions you will make. With Travel Agent Pro, you'll work with a support team that cares about your success. You'll have access to the tools and partnerships you need to elevate your travel business. We'll help guide you with our experience and expertise to help you achieve your goals.

New Travel Agents

If you have ever dreamed of becoming a travel agent or you are considering a convenient and easy to operate home-based business, with the opportunity to earn additional income while being rewarded with exciting travel benefits, then Travel Agent Pro is the host agency for you!

You are new to the industry with us if:

  • You want to start a travel business for the first time.
  • You have booked trips or cruises for family and friends in the past, but have not earned partner commissions.
  • You have traveled extensively, but have not earned partner commissions on your travel.
  • You are a business owner and wish to combine travel with your current business model.
  • You have not completed a Travel Agent training course.
Experienced Travel Agents

Are you an experienced travel agent looking for ways to increase your commission earnings, while reducing your monthly fees and overhead expenses? If you want all that without sacrificing quality support, technology, or marketing tools, look no further, Travel Agent Pro is the host agency for you!

You are an experienced agent with us if:

  • You have a commission statement or sales report verifying past or current travel sales.
  • You have a copy of your CLIA ID or IATAN ID Card (current or expired).
  • You have a W-2 or 1099 from any travel industry employer.
  • You have a copy of your CLIA certifi cation (ACC, MCC, ECC, or ECCS).
  • You have a copy of your travel agent certifi cation from The Travel Institute (TAP, CTA, CTC, or CTIE).
  • You have completed training from any school/ college/institution providing a training program in the travel and tourism fi eld.

mission

Our Mission is to ...

Support

Our goal is to support your business through access to our well developed industry relationships

Educate

Provide opportunities to improve your professional knowledge and drive your success

Collaborate

Our community is collaborative, engaged and welcoming. Our members celebrate each other's successes and support the challenges. Being independent doesn't mean being alone.

Elevate

You are in business to achieve financial success. Our top-tier commissions, generous split options and low-cost programs help you reach higher profitability.

Share Your Passion

Our marketing tools will help you reach clients efficiently and effectively and help you grow your business. Sharing your expertise and vacation opportunities is made easy with our consortia partner, Signature Travel Network.

Join Travel Agent Pro today. You'll enjoy the freedom of being an entrepreneur while also being part of a group that will look after your best interests.

Who is Behind TravelAgentPro?

Meet Jill LaBarre


President

After a successful career in the retail industry, in 2012 Jill LaBarre turned her passion for travel into a career shift and started her own travel agency. Since then, she has become a highly respected leader in the world of host agencies and independent travel professionals. Before joining Travel Agent Pro, Jill has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of the travel advisor community by providing exceptional support, guidance and resources to independent contractors, turning their entrepreneurial dreams into successful businesses.

Jill's journey in the travel industry led her to Travel Agent Pro, a member of the Signature Travel Network Consortia. Jill is dedicated to empowering travel advisors with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in a competitive market. Under her leadership, the network has expanded its offerings to include innovative technology solutions, robust marketing programs, and extensive educational resources through TAP's alliance with Signature Travel Network. Jill's commitment to helping travel professionals grow their businesses is evident in the numerous mentorship programs and workshops she has spearheaded, aimed at fostering collaboration and community within the industry. She has been recognized with several industry awards focused on excellence in partnership.

In addition to her professional achievements, Jill is known for her approachable leadership style. She believes in building strong relationships with the advisors she serves and is always willing to share her wealth of knowledge with those looking to elevate their careers. Jill's passion for the travel industry extends beyond her professional life, as she is also an avid traveler who enjoys discovering new destinations, especially by cruise and experiencing different cultures firsthand.

Jill's dedication to the success of independent travel advisors, combined with her leadership experience, continues to shape the future of travel agencies and their clients. She is a firm believer that with the right support and resources, you can build a successful travel business, and she remains committed to making that vision a reality for her members.


Who is Behind TravelAgentPro?

Meet Lia Vincent


Owner

Lia Vincent is a travel industry veteran with 20 + years of travel planning experience. As an advocate for travel advisors, she has participated on several travel advisory boards, including American Airlines Vacations Advisory, Delta Vacations Emerging Leaders, Hilton All Inclusive, Marival Resorts and La Coleccion's Think Tank. Lia's expertise in travel is recognized as a regular guest travel speaker on NBC news and as a TravelAge West TrendSetters.

Lia's passion for the travel industry includes leading a team of independent contractors to great success. They have achieved the coveted Crown Jewel Status with ALGV, Triple Platinum with AIC / Hard Rock, just to name a few. She was recently featured in the Travel Market Report MasterAdvisor program sharing her knowledge with other travel advisors.

Lia's focus in travel includes sharing her vast experiences in travel planning with entrepreneurs seeking a career in travel. As an owner of traditional agencies along with online travel businesses, both with employees and independent contractors, her wealth of knowledge and leadership is a great resource for the industry today. Lia is a supporter of ASTA, and serves as President of the Oklahoma Chapter. She is committed to ensuring travel professionals can achieve their personal success through education, collaboration and innovation. She's excited to lead business owners through Travel Agent Pro.


Who is Behind TravelAgentPro?

Meet Chris Vincent


CIO

Chris has been developing and marketing travel websites since 2010 for agencies in Texas and Oklahoma. Chris Vincent is an active traveler and likes to immerse himself in new destinations. Whether it's bungee jumping off the highest jump in the world, or hiking the 8,000+ steps up Mount Taishan in China, there isn't much that Chris won't try.

He has visited every continent except Antarctica, and has spent extensive time in Australia, New Zealand, China and Europe. Chris is your contact for extreme sports travel in exotic locations. Chris spends most of his day doing software architecture for a local company in Oklahoma City. In his spare time he enjoys investment trading, playing the saxophone and hanging out with his sons, Jack and George.

Our Process

How We Help

Are you ready to enter the travel industry as an entrepreneur?
Are you and experienced travel professional and ready to take your business to the next level?
We are here to help you reach your goals.

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Marketing Growth

With email, direct mail and tech marketing tools, your access to our programs will help increase your engagement with clients and can grow your business.

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branding
Branding

Build and promote your own brand with your company name and logo.

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strategy
Education

From your initial introduction to ongoing updates, you'll find all your educational resources within Travel Agent Pro. Niche products, selling skills, marketing tips and more are available at your pace.

consultation
consultation
Business Consulting

With our 20+ years of success, we can guide you to long term success in your travel business.

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technology
Technology

Online marketing tools and turnkey email marketing programs, on-demand personalized one-to-one communications between advisors and clients, and more!

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Community

Network with a community of entrepreneurs navigating their way to success in travel. Supportive and collaborative members and leadership are here to celebrate your success and guide through challenges.

Thank you Lia Vincent for everything you do! I love being a part of this amazing team!

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Michelle Finney

Travel Agent

Thank you so much and can't wait to see where my business goes this year!! πŸ’œπŸŽ‰ I couldn't have done this if it wasn't for all my clients, family and friends support over this past few years!

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Kristen Eversole

Travel Agent

What started as a β€œside gig” has lead to a full-time career that I absolutely love πŸ’• 🌟 I truly believe there is nothing like travel and I love what I do. I am SO thankful for everyone that has supported me and trusted me to help plan their adventures 🧳 🌟 I have made some awesome lifelong friends and look forward to traveling together 🌎

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Lindsey Vera

Travel Agent

At this time last year this was a dream job. Now this once dream job is a successful reality! This was the best way to kickoff 2023 with an invite to the top 50 agents of 2022! I am so excited for 2023 travel! I love seeing your smiling faces traveling and enjoying this beautiful earth! 🌎🧳πŸ₯‚

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Kristin Williams

Travel Agent

It is so wonderful when you get to work with some really great people. A big thank you to all of you in this group, everyone that has booked with me, and all the people who refer their friends and family to me who made it possible. I appreciate you all so much! 🍾 πŸ₯‚

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Katherine Milam

Travel Agent

Best job ever! I never knew I could have this much fun doing what I love!

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Dawnisha Knight-Hall

Travel Agent

My agency makes sure we are well educated in all things travel and having fun! I love it when I get to spend time with my travel team!

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Kelley Huff

Travel Agent

I'm so thankful I took the leap and joined the TAP Team….Fantastic company, fantastic training, fellow agents and so much fun! Looking forward to 2023!

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Marla Finley

Travel Agent

It's been over a year now since I fully switched careers and I couldn't be happier. I am thankful for those who have helped me grow this dream job into a reality and the support my TAP family has given me! Thank you to everyone who has trusted me to help with their vacations, it truly is my passion! ✈️ 🏝️

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Heather Huber

Travel Agent

Lots of trips already on the books for 2023!! Here's to a fantastic year of exploring the world with our one precious life! πŸ₯‚πŸŒŽ

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Whitney Jackson

Travel Agent