Great Rail Journeys Appoints New Commercial Leaders

Nov 26, 2023•over 1 year ago

Position

Chief Commercial Officer

Company

Great Rail Journeys

Rob Payne

YorkTravel

Description

The Great Rail Journeys (GRJ) group has announced a continued strengthening of its UK leadership team to further drive the digital and customer first strategy.Rob Payne joins the business as Chief Commercial Officer from Papa Johns. The business also welcomes Richard Macklin as Director of Escorted Product and Contracting.

Company Information

Company

Great Rail Journeys

Location

York, England, United Kingdom

About

Great Rail Journeys is the UK’s leading provider of holidays by rail, offering over 300 escorted tours, river cruises and independent holidays to destinations all around the globe. With more than five decades of experience, we are experts in showcasing the beauty and diversity of the destinations we travel to, taking people to places only rail can reach.

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