Tour Operators: at the crucial intersection between demand and supply


My experience scaling up DMC partnerships and embedding sustainability into a rapidly growing business, combined with my proactive approach, means I'm well placed to slot in as an extension of your team.
My areas of expertise include:
Sustainability strategy and implementation internally and throughout supply chain
Sustainability reporting (including B Corp, Travelife, Glasgow Declaration/Climate Action Plans, impact reports)
Sustainable product development
Supply chain management and DMC partnerships: reviewing and strengthening your DMC partner base, contracting, due diligence processes and onboarding
Multi-market product portfolio management
Commercial strategy including commission structures and competitor analysis
Implementing process, frameworks, and bringing structure to growing business environments to help you scale whilst maintaining quality
I am available for specific projects, fractional Head of Impact roles, or the right opportunity in-house at a company whose values align with mine.
Please get in touch on hello@emilydownes.travel if you'd like to discuss potential collaboration.