Sharp quits as Insight MD

Sharp quits as Insight MD
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Insight Vacations managing director Lorraine Sharp will step down from the role at the end of June, bringing an end to 20 years of service at The Travel Corporation.

Staff were told this morning of the decision with Sharp revealing she plans to “take a career break”.
“It is with great sadness that I have made the difficult decision to resign my role as insight Vacations’ managing director after nine enjoyable years with the brand,” she said in a statement. “I have been extremely proud to run one of the most prestigious global escorted touring companies, with such a great team, who I am confident will continue to reinforce Insight’s position as leader in the field.
“Having spent a total of 20 years with The Travel Corporation I have decided to take a career break in the short term, before considering future pursuits.”
Sharp will remain as MD until June 30.

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