New dedicated GDS training portal for agents
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A new portal dedicated to training agents on the three main GDS systems has been launched by travel trade training and social media expert, Bruce Martin.
GDS Genie, found at www.gdsgenie.com, is the only online resource to solely focus on GDS training and helps travel professionals become proficient in Galileo, Amadeus and Sabre.
The new business fills a gap in the market for training resources required by would-be agents in particular, according to Martin.
“A career in travel is much sought after and many jobs are advertised asking for GDS experience, but it’s not easy to get official training from GDS companies unless you already work in travel; it’s a catch 22,” he said.
“GDS Genie enables people to learn how to use GDS via a high-quality ‘emulated’ platform. Learning a GDS increases the chances of candidates getting job offers and means they can hit the ground running.”
GDS Genie is the only business to focus on GDS training alone.
“Some companies sell it as an add-on to core business offering, so we’ll be different,” explained Martin.
GDS Genie will target people looking to forge a career in the travel industry, as well as current agents who would like to improve their skills.
The venture is being launched with two long-term distribution partners – social media strategy firm Ginger Juice, which was founded by Martin, and the Online Travel Academy, both of which have a “huge relevant global database”, he said.
“I have more than a decade of experience selling GDS courses and I know there’s always demand. The travel industry is so popular and competition for jobs is tough, so knowing how to use a GDS can really boost someone’s chances of getting ahead,” he added.
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