Training and Education Opportunities

Hosting Training


Class 17 in training at Birmingham HQ. L-R:Helen Jordan, Kristin Brown, Sheri Selkirk, Kiersten Murnane, Megan Winslett

Brownell-Exclusive Noteworthy London EDU group at Highclere castle.

Ongoing education, destination immersion, and product training is a cornerstone of Brownell. Even with more than 130 years in business, we still learn something new every day. We recognize that everyone learns differently, so our training and education opportunities are as diverse as the world you are selling.


Start-Up Training


You will meet our dedicated hosting team at Brownell’s headquarters in Birmingham, AL for a two-day immersion into all things Brownell. You’ll leave with renewed passion, energy, and the confidence to take your business to the next level.

 


Business Development


Why do experienced ICs cross the road to Brownell Hosting? To hatch new business opportunities, of course!

  • Annual Business Reviews
  • Business Plan Development
  • Sales Coaching
  • Sales, Client and Supplier Analytics


Marketing


Brownell has one of the largest and most experienced marketing teams within the Virtuoso network and travel industry. Our marketing team is YOUR secret weapon.

    • Annual Marketing Plan Reviews
    • Marketing Minutes
    • Strategy Sessions

 


Professional Development


Brownell ICs are always on the go, attending industry events and shows. Our ICs attend Virtuoso Travel Week, PURE, ILTM, LE Miami, and other industry events that provide learning and networking opportunities with partners from around the world.


Destination Training


We know that to see it is to sell it. That’s why we pioneered an Exclusive Educational Travel program. In addition to exclusive educational travel, our advisors are sought after by the top travel providers in the world for inclusion in their traditional familiarization trips.


Product Training


New cruise itineraries, new hotel openings, new destination experiences – oh my! We’ll help you stay on top of it all through several different training programs, like Brownell-Exclusive Webinars.

 

 

 

PURE

PURE

LE Miami

LE Miami

DUCO

DUCO

ILTM Asia

ILTM Asia

ILTM Latin America

ILTM Latin America

ILTM Americas

ILTM Americas

ILTM Cannes

ILTM Cannes

Virtuoso Travel Week

Virtuoso Travel Week

 

Angela Training at Academy

Angela Training at Academy

ILTM Americas 2018

ILTM Americas 2018

Brownell Office Outside

Brownell Office Outside

Margarat Pratt and Claudia Austin Training

Margarat Pratt and Claudia Austin Training

Laura Bassett at Brownell Academy

Laura Bassett at Brownell Academy

Mentoring Training Room Setup

Mentoring Training Room Setup

The Travel Life

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Testimonials

The support and education is amazing

“I love the hosting program because the support and education is amazing! The support team is so enthusiastic and passionate, it is a continuing inspiration. Makes me want to work harder and better!”

Catherine Whitworth, Athens, GA

The sky is the limit here!

“Brownell Hosting is the gold standard in host agency programs. From the onboard training to the day-to-day support, the hosting team offers best practice strategies and industry insight to ensure I stand apart in the marketplace. Even as a home-based advisor, I feel incredibly connected with not just the hosting team but the entire Brownell Family. There is a collaborative and supportive environment among the advisors which truly gives me an advantage in designing client travel experiences. I am so proud to be affiliated with such a prestigious agency. The sky is the limit here!”

Irene Quisenberry, Tampa, FL