TripArc
John Wippersteg, MBA, currently serves as a Senior Product Owner at TripArc, where responsibilities include managing multiple projects from inception to completion, acting as a temporary Scrum Master, and enhancing team efficiency through improved solutions in procurement, finance, and client-facing areas. Prior experience includes roles as a Business Analyst at Expedia CruiseShipCenters, where market analysis led to significant cost savings and increased sales, and as a Software Engineer at Vista Security, focusing on technical development to meet client needs. Education includes a Master of Business Administration from McMaster University and a Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of Guelph.
TripArc
TripArc is a travel technology and procurement company whose industry-leading booking platforms transform the effectiveness of travel professionals while multiplying their revenue opportunities. DMX is a platform featuring products from over 200 Destination Management Companies around the world; ADX is a travel agency platform; and TMT is a tour operator platform. All IP is owned and developed internally by TripArc. There are many unique benefits to our ground-breaking approach. With over $1 billion in transactions and a reach to thousands of advisors, we negotiate direct net rate contracts as well as commissionable rates coupled with amenities with our travel partners – and provide efficient distribution through tour operators and travel advisors, ensuring that they drive production through these channels. It’s a totally re-imagined blueprint for how travel brands and travel professionals can unlock more value throughout the business.