In this episode of Tektalk, brought to you by Aurora Expeditions, Hayley West interviews James Cole, the founder of Panache Cruises. James shares his journey from a corporate background in travel to establishing his own luxury cruise company during the pandemic. He discusses the challenges faced in starting a business (particularly amidst global disruption), the importance of building a strong team and company culture, and the unique customer experience that sets Panache Cruises apart.
In this episode of Tektalk, brought to you by Aurora Expeditions, we sit down with John O’Neill – the Founder and owner of Traverse Automation.
A true data scientist at heart, John shares his journey in building Traverse into a leading provider of automation solutions. He explores how automation and AI are reshaping the travel industry by driving operational efficiency and solving real business challenges. From identifying core problems automation can address, to forecasting the future of AI in travel, John offers practical insights and advice for businesses looking to embrace transformation through intelligent technology.