Abercrombie & Kent and Crystal appoint Evon Ler to director of sales, Asia

Abercrombie & Kent and Crystal appoint Evon Ler to director of sales, Asia
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group have announced that Evon Ler will join them in the new role of director of sales, Asia.

    She will work closely with Tony Archbold (VP, Sales, APAC, Crystal) and Susan Haberle (VP, Sales & Partnerships, APAC, A&K) with trade support across the region.

    Ler comes to the A&K family with more than 20 years’ experience across the travel industry, most notably as former president (Asia) of The Travel Corporation brands: Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold.

    “Tony, Susan and I are delighted to welcome Evon to the sales team, covering the breadth of NE and SE Asian markets and India,” said Debra Fox, managing director Australasia – A&K & EVP, Trade Sales APAC – A&K & Crystal.

    “This is an exciting time for the Abercrombie and Kent Travel Group, as we expand our presence in these emerging markets during the next stage of our growth strategy. With Evon’s enviable track record, we know she will make a significant impact with our trade partners introducing new guests to both A&K and Crystal, so they too can experience the exceptional.”

    Evon will join the business in May and will be based in Singapore.

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