Rovia Named Both “North America’s Leading Travel Agency” and “United States’ Leading Travel Agency” for 2014 by World Travel Awards

Rovia Was Also Acknowledged Asia’s “Leading Online Travel Agency for 2014” Earlier This Month

Rovia™ has been recognized as both “North America’s Leading Travel Agency” and “United States’ Leading Travel Agency” for 2014 by World Travel Awards (WTA)—two additional WTA awards for the company this year. The WTA Caribbean & North America’s winners were announced on Sunday, October 26.

Earlier this month, Rovia was also recognized as Asia’s “Leading Online Travel Agency for 2014.” In addition, the company received two nominations last year. At Rovia, customers are assured access to advanced technology that includes an award-winning booking engine and the best trip value for the price.

“We are thrilled to be recognized as North America’s Leading Travel Agency and United States’ Leading Travel Agency two weeks after Rovia was named Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency,” Rovia President Mike Putman said. “We’re grateful that the travel industry and loyal customers around the world find our product and service worthy of such notable rewards.”

World Travel Awards, celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, recognizes brands that push the boundaries of industry excellence. Their program is highly comprehensive, honoring several industry segments such as “Airlines and Airports,” “Hotels and Resorts,” “Meetings and Conventions” and “Travel Technology.”

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named “North America’s Leading Travel Club” for 2014 by WorldTravel Awards

Industry Elite also Crowned DreamTrips as Europe, Africa and Asia’s “Leading Travel Club for 2014”

 DreamTrips™ vacation club, one of the world’s leading travel and vacation club membership organizations, was recognized as “North America’s Leading Travel Club” for 2014 as part of the World Travel Awards (WTA)—thefourth WTA regional award for the travel club this year. The WTACaribbean & North America’s winnerswere announced on Sunday, October 26.

The award acknowledges DreamTrips’outstanding travel club excellence in North America within the last twelve months. Industry leaders identified DreamTrips for remarkableservice and product offerings. Nominees in other North America travel categories included American Airlines, Fairmont The Queen ElizabethQuébec, Adventures by Disney and Avis.

“It’s an exceptional privilege for DreamTrips to receive its fourth regionalWorld Travel Award,” WorldVentures Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Wayne Nugent said. “Rovia, our travel agency partner, is also ourpartner for this success. This sequence of awards reflects our peers’ recognition of DreamTrips’ distinguished travel experiences. We value greatly the travel industry’s confidence in our product.”

Since 1993, WTA has acknowledged and celebrated excellence across all sectors of the global tourism industry. Last year, DreamTrips was named “World’s Leading Travel Club” at the 2013 WTA Grand Finals. The annual Grand Tour visited Dubai, Greece and Ecuador earlier this year, and will arrive in Morocco for the Grand Finals in November.

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named “Africa’s Leading Travel Club” at 2014 WorldTravel Awards Ceremony in Nigeria

Industry Elite also Crowned DreamTrips as “Europe’s Leading Travel Club for 2014” in August

DreamTrips™ Vacation Club, one of the world’s leading travel and vacation club membership organizations, was recognized as “Africa’s Leading Travel Club” for 2014 as part of the World Travel Awards (WTA)—thesecond WTA regional award for the travel club this year. The World Travel Awards Africa& Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony was held at Transcorp Hilton Abuja in Abuja, Nigeria on Friday, Sept. 5, with hundreds of tourismprofessionals in attendance.

The award acknowledges DreamTrips’ distinguished travel club excellence in the Africa and Indian Ocean regions within the last year. Industry leaders from across both regionsidentified DreamTrips forexceptionalservice and product offerings. Nominees in other Africa and Indian Ocean travel categories include Four Seasons Hotels, Hilton, Marriott, Kenya Airways and Royal Air Maroc.

“We are grateful to be recognized as Africa’s best travel club a month after DreamTrips was named Europe’s Leading Travel Club,” WorldVentures Co-Founder and CEO Mike Azcue said. “Together with Rovia, our travel agency partner, the team composes unforgettable travel experiences, whichinclude a unique product offering and exceptional customer service for our worldwide membership. This is a warm handshake from the tourism industry’s leadership.”

Since 1993, WTAhas acknowledged and celebrated excellence across all sectors of the global tourism industry. Last year,DreamTrips was named “World’s Leading Travel Club” at the 2013 WTA Grand Finals. The Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony is the fourth stop on the annual Grand Tour which visited Dubai, Greece and Ecuador earlier this year, and will include stops in India and Anguilla before arriving in Morocco for the Grand Finals in November.

WorldVentures Ranks 65 Among Top 100 Global Direct-Selling Companies

WorldVentures Ranks 65 Among Top 100 Global Direct-Selling Companies

WorldVentures, the leading international direct seller of vacation club memberships, ranked 65 on Direct Selling Newsmagazine’s2014 Global 100 list. Since 2010, the Direct Selling News Global 100 has offered a unique perspective on the impact of the direct-selling industry on economic and social realms. This year’s rankings are based on the top revenue-generating direct-selling companies in the world, drawn from 2013 company revenues.

“For the last eight years, our focus has been to provide fun, freedom and fulfillment for people around the world through travel,” said Wayne Nugent, co-founder and chief visionary officer. “To be recognized as a leader among other top direct-selling brands is phenomenal. We look forward to consistent success and impacting more lives around the world.”

“We’re thrilled to be acknowledged by Direct Selling News again,” WorldVentures Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mike Azcue said. “This ranking confirms that WorldVentures is not only one of the fastest growing direct-selling companies, but that our reputation is highlyregarded in the industry. The unique product we offer, and the life-changing opportunities afforded our members and Independent Representatives, continues to advance us nationally and internationally.”

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named Europe Leading Travel Club at WTA

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named“Europe’s Leading Travel Club” at 2014 World Travel Awards European Ceremony

 DreamTrips™ Vacation Club, one of the world’s leading travel and vacation club membership organizations, was voted “Europe’s Leading Travel Club” for 2014 as part of the World Travel Awards. The World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony was held at Divani Appolon Palace & Thalasso in Athens, Greece on Saturday, August 2, with hundreds of hospitality industry leaders.

This award recognizes the commitment to excellence that DreamTrips has demonstrated in Europe within the last year. The award, voted on by travel and tourism professionals worldwide, recognized DreamTrips’ outstanding service and product offerings.Nominees in other European region travel categories include W Hotels Worldwide, Ritz-Carlton, KLM – Royal Dutch Airlines and Royal Caribbean International.

“It’s an honor to be named a leader in the European travel industry and to be selected for this award by our peers,” WorldVentures Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Wayne Nugent said. “This outstanding accomplishment is a reflection of the high standards our entire team strives to maintain, especially our travel agency partner, Rovia, which aims to deliver excellence and unforgettable experiences to all of our members.”

Since 1993, World Travel Awards (WTA) has acknowledged and celebrated excellence across all sectors of the global tourism industry. Last year, DreamTrips was also named “World’s Leading Travel Club” at the 2013 WTA Grand Final. The Europe Gala Ceremony is the second stop on the annual Grand Tour which visited Dubai earlier this year, and will include stops in Nigeria, Ecuador, India and Anguilla, before arriving in Morocco for the Grand Final in November.

Rovia Named Leading Online Travel Agency in Asia

Rovia Named “Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency” at 2014 World Travel Awards Ceremony in New Delhi

 

Rovia™ has been recognized as “Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency” for 2014 by the World Travel Awards program (WTA). The World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony was held in New Delhi at The Oberoi on Friday, October 10 with hundreds of tourism professionals in attendance.

Rovia is no stranger to the World Travel Awards, having received two nominations last year. Rovia is a leading provider of curated group travel experiences, annually producing and managing hundreds of distinct pre-packaged travel experiences for small and large groups.

“Being named ‘Asia’s Leading Online Travel Agency’ for 2014 is an honor,” Rovia President Mike Putman said. “It’s great to be acknowledged this year by our international peers as a leader in our industry. We strive to provide exceptional customer service and a unique product, so to be recognized by travel professionals and customers around the world is gratifying.”

The World Travel Awards program, celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, recognizes brands that push the boundaries of industry excellence. The program is highly comprehensive, honoring several industry segments such as “Airlines and Airports,” “Hotels and Resorts,” “Meetings and Conventions” and “Travel Technology.”

About Rovia: Rovia is an award-winning online travel company with offices in South Carolina and Texas. With almost 30 years of experience in the travel industry, Rovia is quickly becoming the largest provider of curated group travel experiences in the world. The company annually produces and manages hundreds of unique pre-packaged experiences for groups numbering from a few dozen to a few thousand.

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named Leading Travel Club in Asia

DreamTrips Vacation Club Named “Asia’s Leading Travel Club” at 2014 WorldTravel Awards Ceremony in New Delhi

 

DreamTrips™ vacation club, one of the world’s leading travel and vacation club membership organizations, was recognized as “Asia’s Leading Travel Club” for 2014 as part of the World Travel Awards (WTA)—thethird WTA regional award for the travel club this year. The World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony was held in New Delhi, India’s capital city, at The Oberoi, New Delhi on Friday, October 10 with hundreds of tourismprofessionals in attendance.

The award acknowledges the DreamTripscommitment to excellence in Asia within the past year. Industry leadersrecognized DreamTrips forexceptionalservice and product offerings. Nominees in other Asiatravel categories included Royal Caribbean International, the Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Singapore, Abercrombie & Kent and American Express.

“This is an exciting time as DreamTrips receives its third regional World Travel Award,” WorldVentures Co-Founder and CEO Mike Azcue said. “Together with Rovia, our travel agency partner, we are committed to providing fun and fulfilling travel experiences to our members worldwide. We appreciate being recognized by our peers as an international leader in the travel industry.”

Since 1993, WTAhas acknowledged and celebrated excellence across all sectors of the global tourism industry. Last year,DreamTrips was named “World’s Leading Travel Club” at the 2013 WTA Grand Finals. The annual Grand Tour visited Dubai, Greece and Ecuador earlier this year, and will arrive in Morocco for the Grand Finals in November.

YES BANK partners with SunTec

YES BANK  partners with SunTec for its End-to-End Revenue Management Needs

SunTec Business Solutions is pleased to announce that YES BANK , India's fourth largest private sector bank, has  selected SunTec’s Xelerate product suite for its revenue management and business assurance needs in its retail banking division. YES BANK will use SunTec’s technology to help launch new product packages and manage revenue streams more effectively. 

YES BANK operates in a unique market, and believes that the customer experience differentiation it can obtain with the help of SunTec will be key to successfully achieving its strategic objectives. In addition, YES BANK will use the Xelerate product suite to streamline its pricing and billing process.

YES BANK selected SunTec’s technology after conducting a thorough evaluation process. SunTec’s product suite incorporates the best aspects of technology from banking systems around the world.

 Pralay Mondal, Senior Group President, Branch and Retail Banking, YES BANK said "We see real value in SunTec’s vision in providing futuristic solutions. Partnering with SunTec gives us the ability to quickly develop new products and improve our existing offerings. We are looking forward to working with SunTec to put our customer-centric business strategies into action.”

Nanda Kumar, CEO of SunTec said “We are very pleased to be working with one of the most impressive players in the Indian financial services industry.  The Indian retail banking sector is full of exciting opportunities, and we look forward to helping YES BANK take advantage of them.”

SunTec is a trusted partner of some the world’s leading service providers like Visa Europe, HSBC, ING, Mashreq, Standard Bank and American Express.

Maybank Singapore to better cater to its customers needs with SunTec’s Xelerate

 Maybank, South East Asia’s fourth largest bank by assets, today announced its deployment of SunTec’s Xelerate to further enhance the customer centricity of its products and services. This will see the bank introduce more innovative product bundles that are tailored to the needs of its retail customers in Singapore.

Xelerate, SunTec’s innovative product suite, is designed to maximise revenue while minimising risk. The deployment in Singapore took place in a record time of 3.5 months, integrating multiple legacy systems with Xelerate.

With Maybank looking to extend its client-focused business model across the region, SunTec’s Xelerate will help automate and improve its processes to satisfy the needs of its large customer base. It has also enabled Maybank to enhance its customer proposition by offering an extended range of products and services.
At the same time, financial advisors are better equipped to offer their customers more relevant deals based on accurate customer data available across multiple business lines and channels.

In addition, Maybank uses Xelerate to provide exclusive interest rates, credit card deals and promotions to match the needs of different customer segments. Such offers allow Maybank to grow their deposits and increase card spend, fee income across various customer segments. Xelerate provides greater visibility into customer credit, debit and savings transactions which improves product offerings to customers, prevents revenue leakage for the bank while enhancing customer experience.

Mr Lim Hong Tat, CEO of Maybank Singapore and Head of Community Financial Services of Maybank Group commented: “Customers expect more personalised products and services. With SunTec’s technology and expertise on board at Maybank, we will be able to better serve our customers through our customer-centric strategies across multiple lines of business not only in Singapore but across the region as well. This is an important step in our goal to becoming a leading regional financial services provider and offering our customers a seamless banking experience across the region.”

Nanda Kumar, CEO of SunTec Group said: “We are delighted to support one of Asia’s largest financial services groups in delivering a modern banking experience to millions of customers. This project shows why bespoke banking products are as important as ever for the world’s leading banks in helping them enhance the bank-client relationship.”
Nirmal Chander, Regional Sales Head, SunTec Group said “Maybank is clearly taking a thought-leadership position in rolling out customer centric initiatives within the APAC region. Our success in delivering this project for the bank firmly establishes our leadership in delivering high quality revenue management solutions to leading financial services providers across the region.”

SunTec Business Solutions

SunTec Business Solutions is the leading provider of revenue management and business assurance solutions to financial services and digital and communications services industries. With deployments in 58 countries, an end-to-end revenue management solution and an award-winning product suite, SunTec is a trusted partner of the world’s leading service providers like VISA Europe, HSBC, ING, Mashreq, Cable One, KPN, Bakrie Telecom and Arval.

SunTec’s highly functional and technology-agnostic product suite Xelerate™ empowers the clients to create real-time personalised offerings to improve profitability and customer experience while optimising customer lifetime value. The product suite enables service providers to develop, launch and monetise innovative offerings quickly.

Maybank – Humanising Financial Services

Maybank is among Asia's leading banking groups and South East Asia’s fourth largest bank by assets. It has been ranked among the World's Top 20 Strongest Banks by Bloomberg Markets for two consecutive years - 2013 and 2014. The Maybank Group has an international network of 2,400 offices in 20 countries namely Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Brunei Darussalam, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Papua New Guinea, Hong Kong SAR & People's Republic of China, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, Myanmar, Laos, Pakistan, India, Saudi Arabia, Great Britain and the United States of America. The Group offers an extensive range of products and services, which includes consumer and corporate banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, stock broking, insurance and takaful and asset management. It has over 47,000 employees serving more than 22 million customers worldwide. (www.maybank.com)

Maybank is committed to bringing seamless banking and a wider spectrum of value-added financial services to our valued customers. By harnessing the latest technological advances to increase our network's effectiveness, our customers are able to conduct their banking transactions at anytime and anywhere in the world, via the traditional as well as electronic channels.
Maybank Singapore is one of the Group’s largest overseas operations. As at December 2013, Maybank's total assets in Singapore were S$42 billion. With 1,800 employees, we are well-positioned to provide highly personalised services and locally oriented approaches, which will further enhance the Bank's standing in the local banking scene.