Jessica Shelton-Agar’s appointment as MD of Online Travel Training marks a significant leadership change.
- Shelton-Agar brings valuable experience from her tenure at Discover Qatar to her new role.
- The transition involves mentorship from OTT’s founder Julie Feuell, as she moves to a consultancy role.
- Jacob Media acknowledges the importance of OTT within its broad portfolio.
- Shelton-Agar is poised to enhance OTT’s training offerings for the travel sector.
Jessica Shelton-Agar has been appointed as the managing director of Online Travel Training (OTT), marking a pivotal shift in the company’s leadership dynamics. Her previous role as head of sales for Discover Qatar imbues her with significant experience and insight, positioning her well to drive OTT’s strategic initiatives forward.
Shelton-Agar’s entry into OTT comes at a moment when the company is broadening its horizons under the stewardship of Jacobs Media, which acquired OTT in November 2023. Her commencement date is November 26, during which she will initially collaborate with OTT’s founder, Julie Feuell. This partnership aims to ensure a seamless transition as Feuell will transition to a consultancy role starting in 2025.
Expressing his confidence in this leadership transition, Stu Parish, the chief executive of Jacobs Media UK, emphasised the strategic importance of OTT in the wider Jacobs Media portfolio. Parish appreciated the foundational work done by Feuell and expressed optimism for the brand’s future under Shelton-Agar’s guidance.
Shelton-Agar, originally from New Zealand, articulated her enthusiasm about leading an exceptional team within a brand deeply embedded in the travel trade. Her commitment to continuing the legacy of effective training provision within the travel sector is clear as she looks forward to reconnecting with industry partners and advancing OTT’s offerings.
OTT specialises in delivering tailored training solutions, including virtual events, webinars, incentives, and staff rewards, catering to various sectors within the travel industry. Their clientele spans airlines, tourist boards, attractions, hotels, and tour operators, underlining the company’s comprehensive reach across the industry.
Jessica Shelton-Agar’s strategic role at OTT signifies a promising evolution in travel industry training.
