DUCO Travel Summit has announced a significant transition following its acquisition by an entrepreneurial investment fund, spearheaded by Rebeca Pinheiro. The acquisition marks a new chapter for the company, which remains committed to its mission of fostering connections through destination-led events. Founder Carolina Perez will continue her involvement as a Shareholder and Strategic Board Adviser, ensuring continuity and strategic oversight.
Perez, who founded DUCO in 2016, expressed her confidence in Pinheiro's leadership, stating, “I feel incredibly fortunate to have found a leader who shares this vision, has earned my complete confidence, and is deeply committed to preserving DUCO's identity.” Pinheiro, with her extensive international business experience and academic background from MIT, will oversee day-to-day operations as President and Partner.
The DUCO team, known for its expertise in organising high-end travel events, will remain intact, continuing to manage operations and partner relationships. Pinheiro emphasised her commitment to maintaining DUCO's unique qualities whilst expanding into new markets, saying, “Our goal is to bring the same commitment to relationships and destination immersion to every new market we enter.”
DUCO has established itself as a respected platform in the travel industry, hosting events in Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal. The company is set to debut in the UK and Ireland with an event in London in 2027, as it continues to explore new destinations
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