Small group escorted tour operator Jules Verne has appointed Laura Kelly as Head of Partnerships and Richard Adams as Head of Sales & Marketing.

Laura moves into the new job after five years as Head of Commercial and is the operator’s longest serving team member.

Richard moves from his role of Head of Marketing, which he has held since December 2023.

In addition to his previous responsibilities, Richard will now also lead the sales team, which supports the operator’s network of travel agent partners.

Managing Director Debbie O’Neill said: “In our 46th year, it remains of utmost importance that we continue to evolve with and adapt to the growing demand, shifting priorities and core ambitions of the brand, its customers and more widely, the travel industry.”