TProfile name industry veteran Derek Jones as Non-Executive Director

Ex-Der Touristik UK CEO

Cloud-based CRM, TProfile, has appointed Derek Jones, chair of ABTA LifeLine, to its Board as a non-executive director.

Jones, a well-known figure in the travel industry, brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to the role. 

He has previously held positions including Board Director at TUI (formerly Thomson Holidays), where he oversaw the merger of Thomson and First Choice Retail to create the UK’s largest travel distribution network and most recently, he was CEO of Der Touristik UK, the parent brand of Kuoni, Kirker, and Carrier.

"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Derek to the TProfile team," said Tony Evans, CEO at TProfile. 

"His deep understanding of all aspects of the travel sector will provide the senior management team with a critical added level of strategic support and corporate oversight. 

"As we continue to scale our core services and move to deliver a complete and genuine alternative to old legacy technology, Derek’s well established network and reputation, will support our continued significant growth, both in the UK and new territories".

Jones added: "I am genuinely excited to be joining TProfile at such a crucial point in its journey. 

"The business has built real momentum, with a powerful reputation in the market and clear opportunities ahead. I am particularly looking forward to working with Tony and the wider team.

"TProfile has all the ingredients of a category leader, a clear proposition, strong execution, and the ambition to scale. I am looking forward to contributing where I can, offering experience and perspective to help the team build on what is already a solid foundation.'

In addition to his new role at TProfile, Jones is an ambassador for the Family Holiday Charity, which TProfile support as part of its own charitable activities.