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Vacation Innovations Wins 2024 ARDA Awards for Best New Product, Prestigious ACE Emerging Leader Award

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, was recently honored with two awards in the 2024 American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Awards Program.

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  • The Company also earned the prestigious ARDA ACE Emerging Leader Award, recognizing Alex Glover, Director of Communications, as a professional on the rise within the resort industry.
  • "We believe in the strength of this industry and are proud to have paid more than $150 million in maintenance fees directly to developers over the past decade," said Bryan Rand, president of Vacation Innovations.
  • The ARDA Awards Program recognizes the top performers, products, and companies in vacation ownership across multiple categories and is one of the highest levels of recognition within the industry.
  • "We are incredibly proud of our products and our people for earning the recognition they deserve," said Chad Newbold, CEO of Vacation Innovations.

Vacation Innovations Named Best Overall Company, Wins Three Awards at the 2024 GNEX Conference

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software and services, today announced it was awarded the 2024 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for Best Overall Company for companies with fewer than 250 employees, Best Membership Program, and Best Marketing Professional at the 2024 Global Networking Expo. The Company has won multiple GNEX Vacation Industry Awards (formerly Perspective Magazine Awards) each year since the awards' inception in 2011. 

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  • Orlando-Based Vacation Innovations Wins Best Overall Company, Best Membership Program, and Best Marketing Professional in the 2024 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards
    ORLANDO, Fla., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software and services, today announced it was awarded the 2024 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for Best Overall Company for companies with fewer than 250 employees, Best Membership Program, and Best Marketing Professional at the 2024 Global Networking Expo.
  • The Company has won multiple GNEX Vacation Industry Awards (formerly Perspective Magazine Awards) each year since the awards' inception in 2011.
  • Vacation Innovations was named one of Orlando Sentinel's Top Workplaces in 2022 and 2023.
  • "We're honored to again be recognized by the GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for our teams' efforts," said Bryan Rand, President of Vacation Innovations.

Monterey Financial Services, LLC: Unparalleled Timeshare Financing Expertise at GNEX 2024 Conference

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Friday, February 9, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Monterey Financial, LLC, (MFS) has been a leading player in the Consumer Finance, Loan Servicing Management, and Delinquent Debt Recovery sectors for over thirty years. Known for its innovative approach to solving complex financial receivables challenges faced by entrepreneurs across various industries, MFS is delighted to share that it will be participating as a Bronze sponsor at the highly anticipated GNEX 2024 Conference at the Historic Fontainebleau, Miami Beach, Florida scheduled from February 20-22, 2024. During the event, MFS will showcase its expertise in the vacation industry, offering insightful solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses in this field.

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  • At the GNEX Miami 2024 Conference, MFS will be showcasing innovative new solutions in both timeshare and travel club financing opportunities.
  • Gina Frame, Monterey Financial's esteemed Account Executive, and former GNEX presenter exclaims, "We are honored to attend and exhibit at GNEX Miami 2024.
  • MFS Financial invites everyone to visit their dedicated booth at the GNEX 2024 Conference.
  • Stop by to connect with Monterey Financial, LLC participating and sponsoring in the esteemed GNEX 2024 Conference at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, Florida scheduled from February 20-22, 2024.

Monterey Financial, LLC: Unveiling the Future of Timeshare Financing at GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 Conference

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Monday, November 13, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Monterey Financial, LLC, has been a leading player in the Consumer Finance, Loan Servicing Management, and Delinquent Debt Recovery sectors for over thirty years. Known for its innovative approach to solving complex financial challenges faced by entrepreneurs across various industries, Monterey Financial is delighted to share that it will be participating as a sponsor, presenter, and exhibitor at the highly anticipated GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 Conference at Kempinski Hotel Cancun, scheduled from November 14-16, 2023. During the event, Monterey Financial will showcase its expertise in the vacation industry, offering insightful solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses in this field.

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  • At the GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 Conference, Monterey Financial will take center stage, unveiling the future of the finance and travel industries.
  • Monterey Financial is dedicated to revolutionizing timeshare financing and empowering brokers to achieve unparalleled success in the industry.
  • Join us at this exceptional event as we unlock new opportunities and redefine the future of timeshare financing."
  • Stop by to connect with Monterey Financial, LLC participating and sponsoring in the esteemed GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 Conference at Kempinski Hotel Cancun from November 14-16, 2023.

Vacation Innovations Returns as Sponsor of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced its sponsorship of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference. The senior-level vacation industry event will be held at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, Canada, from August 29-31, 2023.

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    ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced its sponsorship of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference.
  • The senior-level vacation industry event will be held at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, Canada, from August 29-31, 2023.
  • Vacation Innovations has been serving the vacation ownership and travel industries since 1999 and is proud to support the Canadian Resort and Travel Association's (CRTA) second annual conference.
  • Sergio Santos, Chief Product Officer of Vacation Innovations, will speak as part of the event's Expo LIVE!

Vacation Innovations Wins Best Technology, Multiple Awards at the 2023 GNEX Conference

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software and services, today announced it was awarded the 2023 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for Best Technology, Best Industry Leader, and Best Marketing Professional at the 2023 Global Networking Expo. The Company has a strong tradition of excellence in the GNEX Vacation Industry Awards (formerly Perspective Magazine Awards), with multiple wins each year since the awards' inception in 2011. 

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software and services, today announced it was awarded the 2023 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for Best Technology, Best Industry Leader, and Best Marketing Professional at the 2023 Global Networking Expo.
  • The Company has a strong tradition of excellence in the GNEX Vacation Industry Awards (formerly Perspective Magazine Awards), with multiple wins each year since the awards' inception in 2011.
  • Sergio Santos, Chief Product Officer of Vacation Innovations, who was named Best Industry Leader, has played a significant role in the development, evolution, and integration of the company's technology and products over his 16-year career with the organization.
  • Vacation Innovations continues to invest heavily in its brands, programs, and technology, with additional updates launching throughout 2023 and beyond.

GigNet Welcomes Leading Vacation Industry Resort Developers to the GNEX-ACOTUR 2022 Conference, Currently Underway in Cancun, Mexico

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

The event, which attracts leading vacation industry resort developers from Mexico, plus the Caribbean, USA & Canada, is currently underway at the luxurious beachfront Grand Hotel Cancun, managed by Kempinski (formerly Ritz Carlton), 15-17 November 2022.

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  • The event, which attracts leading vacation industry resort developers from Mexico, plus the Caribbean, USA & Canada, is currently underway at the luxurious beachfront Grand Hotel Cancun, managed by Kempinski (formerly Ritz Carlton), 15-17 November 2022.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116005884/en/
    Mexico Professional Golfer and GigNet Ambassador Alvaro Ortiz greets Maurico Carren, Founding Member of ACOTUR at the GNEX-ACOTUR Conference golf tournament in Cancun, Mexico, November 15, 2022.
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    Local industry leaders will be able to meet with international companies wanting to do business in Mexico.
  • Mark Carney, OBE and President of GigNet Mexico, stated, We are excited to be a Gold Sponsor of this very timely and important industry event.

Orlando Sentinel Names Vacation Innovations a Winner of the Central Florida Top Workplaces 2022 Award

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2022 honor by Orlando Top Workplaces. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2022 honor by Orlando Top Workplaces.
  • "Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO.
  • "We rely on our teams to provide the industry-leading products and services we're known for," said Bryan Rand, President of Vacation Innovations.
  • To find out more about what makes Vacation Innovations a Top Workplace and explore current openings, visit vacationinnovations.com/careers .

Vacation Innovations Announces Title Sponsorship of First Annual Miles To Go Charity 5K

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced its sponsorship of the first annual Miles To Go ("MTG") 5K, which will help the charity provide homeless individuals in Central Florida with basic necessities they may not otherwise be able to access. The 5K will be held at Bill Frederick Park on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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  • The 5K will be held at Bill Frederick Park on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Vacation Innovations announces sponsorship of the first annual Miles To Go charity 5K in Orlando, Fla.
  • "We're so thankful for Vacation Innovations' continued support," said Danielle Newbold, who founded MTG alongside her son, Miles.
  • Vacation Innovations has been a strong supporter of MTG since the charity began in 2018 and is covering the registration cost for its Orlando-based employees to participate in the 5K.

Vacation Innovations Selected as Exclusive Travel Benefits Provider for SFX Preferred Resorts

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

Orlando, Fla., June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vacation Innovations (VI or the Company), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced it has been selected by The San Francisco Exchange Company (SFX Preferred Resorts or SFX) as the exclusive travel benefits provider for its growing membership base.

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  • Orlando, Fla., June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vacation Innovations (VI or the Company), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced it has been selected by The San Francisco Exchange Company (SFX Preferred Resorts or SFX) as the exclusive travel benefits provider for its growing membership base.
  • Our partnership with SFX Preferred Resorts is an incredible opportunity for our organizations to lean in on their respective strengths, said Bryan Rand, President of Vacation Innovations.
  • Vacation Innovations and SFX Preferred Resorts have been working closely over the past several months to ensure a smooth transition, with VI officially launching its travel benefits services for SFX members on June 1, 2022.
  • Were constantly looking for ways to enhance our platform and are confident this new partnership with Vacation Innovations will deliver even more value and benefits for our members, said Mel Grant, Chairman & CEO of SFX Preferred Resorts.