Bio
Keith is an extraordinary expert in matching clients with perfect, all-inclusive retreats at sea.
With a background of over 20 years in hospitality management, event planning, corporate real estate, franchise consulting, and cruise planning, Keith's true passion lies in crafting unique, memorable, and immersive experiences for corporate events and luxury travelers.
His specialty lies in curating unique, value-driven experiences at exotic destinations, infusing them with an adventurous twist to make these events even more exciting and memorable. Cruise ships offer the perfect combination of value, exotic locales, and a fresh perspective on traditional franchise events. As a one-stop conference planning service, Cruise Planners and Keith's team work closely with franchisors to ensure their goals and objectives are met seamlessly. They take care of all the heavy lifting by matching the right trip with the best deal with the ideal cruise itinerary.
Cruise Planners has been servicing clients since 1994 and is the largest home-based travel franchise company in the country. When working with your Cruise Planners Travel Advisor, you can expect highly personalized travel service and exclusive offers for the most desired luxury vacations around the world. Cruise Planners’ travel advisors have extensive travel expertise and can create a bespoke travel experience that is anything but ordinary – by land or by sea – your vacation will be tailored to your every whim at the level of service you are accustomed to.
Keith holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality and Administration Management from Florida International University. In addition to his remarkable expertise, he is currently in the process of writing a series of B2B books focusing on Corporate Cruises, including titles like The Ultimate Business Coaches Retreat, Seven Secrets of Cruise Conferences, and Iconic Destination Retreats on the High Seas.
Why do you want to serve on the FIU Chaplin School Alumni Network?
As a student of FIU Hospitality program, I gained so much knowledge, confidence and ability to strive not only professionally but personally as well. I would love to give back to the current students and alumni the same that I gained as a student plus assist each individual in their personal and professional short-term and long-term goals.