Angela Sievers
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Enterprise travel and hospitality leader with 20+ years of experience driving commercial strategy, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships across cruise, all-inclusive, and travel technology sectors. Expert in sales enablement, advisor ecosystems, and digital adoption to accelerate performance and enhance customer experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
MSC Cruises
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered 175% YoY revenue growth through strategic account expansion and advisor engagement
- Grew key account Chase Travel, doubling annual sales within one year
- Built scalable sales enablement programs (YouTube, campaigns, live training) to increase advisor productivity
- Partner cross-functionally to align sales, marketing, and operations strategies
- Champion adoption of booking tools and CRM platforms to improve conversion
- BDM of the Year (2024); consistent top performer
VP, Strategic Partnerships
Tyme Global
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Secured and developed strategic partnerships for AI platform
- Delivered executive demos and advised on implementation and ROI optimization
Director of Sales & Client Relations
Inline Data Systems
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Led client strategy and lifecycle for CRM platform, driving adoption, retention, and growth
- Partnered with product and ops to enhance technology experience and usability
- Strengthened executive relationships and improved customer insights through data-driven strategy
Strategic Sales Manager
Bedsonline (Hotelbeds Group)
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed North American agency portfolio, increasing revenue through data-driven account strategies
- Secured key contract with Vacations To Go, significantly increasing sales
- Delivered platform demos and training to improve adoption and booking efficiency
- Expanded partner relationships and distribution channels
Business Development Manager
Apple Vacations
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Drove regional sales growth across retail, host, and consortia channels
- Developed agency business plans increasing bookings and preferred placement
- Negotiated marketing agreements and built long-term partner loyalty
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Webster University
St Louis, MO05.1995
Skills
- Travel & Hospitality Strategy
- Business Development
- Strategic Partnerships
- Advisor/Consortia Leadership
- Sales Enablement & Training
- Travel Technology Adoption
- Customer Experience
- Revenue Growth
- Salesforce
- Power BI
- Mailchimp
- CRM Platforms
- Booking Engines
- AI Tools
Accomplishments
Business Development Manager of the Year - MSC Cruises 2024
Timeline
Business Development Manager
MSC Cruises
01.2023 - Current
VP, Strategic Partnerships
Tyme Global
12.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Sales & Client Relations
Inline Data Systems
01.2020 - 01.2023
Strategic Sales Manager
Bedsonline (Hotelbeds Group)
01.2013 - 01.2019
Business Development Manager
Apple Vacations
01.2005 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Webster University
AWARDS
Business Development Manager of the Year – MSC Cruises (2024)
LEADERSHIP IMPACT
- Consistently exceeded revenue targets through strategic growth initiatives
- Built and influenced high-performing advisor and partner networks
- Designed sales enablement strategies improving performance and engagement