ABOUT US
Explore Marketing supports organizations in the international tourism and attractions industries with marketing services, to hospitality companies. With more than 18 years of experience in the international tourism and attractions industries to not only work in the tour and travel industry but also has lived in a variety of countries around the world.
Over the years, we have had the opportunity to work with a great variety of destinations and touristic service providers – big and small – on marketing and communications projects, sales missions, new business development, trade representation, and team coaching.
STEFAN MERKL
President & Owner
Throughout his 20-year professional career in the attractions and tourism industries, Stefan has held a number of positions that have enabled him to build an extensive network of tourism industry partners and a 360-degree view of the travel trade from the perspectives of suppliers, media, buyers and destination marketers. He holds a Master of Business with concentrations in Marketing and Finance from Golden Gate University in San Francisco.
With a solid understanding of managing attractions and understanding the needs of travel trade buyers, Stefan excels at creating win-win situations for both buyers and suppliers. Stefan is eager to support you in growing back your business following the Covid-19 crisis by coaching your sales and marketing team, reviewing operational processes and marketing messages, adjusting your products, and connecting you to his vast network of international travel trade partners.