Collette Appoints Denise Sablone Executive Vice President, Tour Development and Delivery

Pawtucket, RI (February 3, 2025) – Collette, a global tour operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Sablone as Executive Vice President of Tour Development and Delivery where she will be responsible for continuing to oversee the entire tour development process, from initial research and design through execution and post-experience evaluation. She will lead the global teams responsible for tour design, contracting, operations, and delivery. Additionally, Denise will continue to manage traveller relations, ensuring that our travellers' feedback is incorporated into our tour design and delivery processes.

“Denise has done tremendous work for Collette since joining our team in 2017,” said Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and CEO at Collette. “She is a change agent, holds accountability, and is open to new ways of doing things. Denise is a leading driver of excellence across this company and all of the areas she oversees and will be an asset to this team.”

Sablone had spent 25 years working in the travel industry prior to joining Collette’s team. She is dedicated to ensuring exceptional service and crafting unique travel journeys for travellers worldwide.

“I am looking forward to a new challenge within the team,” said Sablone. “Collette has such a great reputation in the travel industry, delivering excellent service to its travellers. It’s an honour to take on an expanded role within this outstanding organization.” 

About Collette:
As the longest-running tour operator in North America, Collette is the company travellers can trust. Leading with integrity, Collette’s comprehensive travel protection plan, flexible tour pacing, and strong relationships within the travel space set it apart. The happiness of its travellers has been its roadmap since 1918 and today Collette offers over 170 tours to all seven continents and five distinct travel styles, including small group touring and river cruises. This third-generation family-owned business is dedicated to giving back in both local and global communities through its social responsibility platform.  For more information, visit gocollette.com or call 1(800) 340-5158.

Media Contact:
Sam LaFrance, Collette
Phone: 401.426.3710
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