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Jay Salyers in a field in camo
Jay Salyers in a golf cart
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Jay Salyers

Senior Vice President

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Jay Salyers

Senior Vice President

Jay Salyers golfing
Jay Salyers in a field in camo
Jay Salyers in a golf cart
Jay Salyers sitting with sunglasses
"My colleagues make work feel less like work."

I've been fortunate to work with some great people over the last 20 years in hospitality marketing. The relationships I've built with these people are my greatest success stories. The results I've delivered along the way would not have been possible without the teams of experts I've worked with.

Favorite Travel Memory

Taking my first flight to Sanibel Island, FL with my grandmother.

Sarah Cowell in Sydney
Sarah Cowell in Marrakech
Sarah Cowell on raft

Sarah Cowell

Business Analyst

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Sarah Cowell

Business Analyst

Sarah Cowell in Sydney
Sarah Cowell in Marrakech
Sarah Cowell on raft
"The people at Miles are friendly, curious and open to sharing knowledge."

Sarah, a member of the Business Analyst team, resides and works amidst the Colorado mountains with her husband. An adoring mother to her two adult children in Denver, she finds joy in river rafting, skiing and exploring international destinations.

Favorite Travel Memory

This past fall, my husband and I traveled to Munich, Germany for Oktoberfest. We dressed the part in lederhosen and dirndl and had the time of our lives!

Cynthia in Las Vegas
Cynthia in Honolulu
Cynthia in Boston
Cynthia at Margaritaville

Cynthia Devaney

Advertising & Data Manager

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Cynthia Devaney

Advertising & Data Manager

Cynthia in Las Vegas
Cynthia in Honolulu
Cynthia in Boston
Cynthia at Margaritaville
"The people at Miles are welcoming, friendly and supportive!"

Customer service is key for Cynthia, and her publication experience helps her effectively manage all things advertising. She is a travel enthusiast; she and her husband are always dreaming up their next family adventure. So far, she has seen waterfalls in Hawaii, taken strolls down route 66 in Oklahoma, snowboarded in New Hampshire and laid on a beach in Punta Cana, and she hopes to visit Japan someday!

Favorite Travel Memory

Spending time on the beach with my family every summer, especially if it's a new beach we get to experience.

Jodi Geller in NYC
Jodi Geller in CT
Jodi Geller in Sonoma County
Jodi Geller in Bahamas

Jodi Geller

Content Director

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Jodi Geller

Content Director

Jodi Geller in NYC
Jodi Geller in CT
Jodi Geller in Sonoma County
Jodi Geller in Bahamas
"I love having the chance to combine my professional skills and experience with my personal passion: travel. There’s nothing better than doing what you love for “work.”"

Jodi was bitten by the travel bug at 14 when she spent a summer traveling across the U.S. with 40 other teens. With a background in magazine publishing and content marketing, she’s also a self-professed cruise nerd. When she’s not editing, writing or content creating, you can find her in Pilates, walking her dog and enjoying South Florida life.

Favorite Travel Memory

An annual New Kids on the Block cruise!

Johanna Etienne
Johanna Etienne
Johanna in Switzerland

Johanna Etienne

Account Manager

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Johanna Etienne

Account Manager

Johanna Etienne
Johanna Etienne
Johanna in Switzerland
"The atmosphere at Miles is so friendly and inviting. People are always open and willing to provide support and a safe, welcoming environment to learn. "

Johanna's role as an account manager is to support clients in planning, building and executing their vision. What makes her happeiest? Spending time with her family and creating long-lasting memories for her son. With family scattered around the globe, the opportunities to visit new and exciting places are countless.

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Devin on trail
Devin in Mexico
Devin at Coachella

Devin Gilmer

Graphic Designer

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Devin Gilmer

Graphic Designer

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Devin on trail
Devin in Mexico
Devin at Coachella
"Though I'm new to Miles, I am thoroughly impressed with other team members' dedication to my career growth. The support from people across the company has been amazing, and it shows that Miles really cares and doesn't just talk the talk. "

Devin is part of the creative team and supports a range of client accounts including San Francisco Travel Association, Colorado Tourism Office and Sonoma County to name a few. A Colorado native, his passion for techno and house music has led him to DJ across the country at many festivals and events. Outside of work, he spends most of his time with his wife and toddler.

Favorite Travel Memory

I spent time in Trinidad and Tobago during Carnival. I was pretty young and exposed to so many new experiences, cultures, foods and music. It was an amazing trip that I will never forget.

Paul Winkle in Iceland
Paul Winkle
Paul Winkle and wife in bahamas
Paul Winkle

Paul Winkle

Senior Vice President of Global Marketing

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Paul Winkle

Senior Vice President of Global Marketing

Paul Winkle in Iceland
Paul Winkle
Paul Winkle and wife in bahamas
Paul Winkle
"Working in the travel and destination marketing industry is as good as it gets for a career: the people, the places, the adventures."

Paul is a driving force at Miles in successful product launches, advertising revenue-generation programs and creative solutions for DMOs. He is currently developing integrated travel industry co-op programs for Brand USA, and when he is not luring international visitors to the U.S., he is spending time in the great outdoors.

Favorite Travel Memory

I have so many fantastic travel memories, but one of my favorites was a family vacation in Croatia bareboat sailing throughout the Dalmatian Islands. Sailing is nirvana for me and when you add in my favorite people, perfect sailing conditions, incredible scenery, great food and wine, it doesn't get any better. 

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David Traudt

Data Analyst

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David Traudt

Data Analyst

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David creates and automates reporting, troubleshoots data problems and maintains our internal budget/forecast planning tools. He has a degree in Physics from University of Colorado but never worked in that field—unless you count his home brewing of craft beers—and is equally at home on the beach or the ski slopes.

Melissa Cherry in Chicago
Melissa Cherry in Hawaii
Melissa Cherry in Miami
Melissa Cherry in China
Melissa Cherry in Asheville

Melissa Cherry

Senior Vice President

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Melissa Cherry

Senior Vice President

Melissa Cherry in Chicago
Melissa Cherry in Hawaii
Melissa Cherry in Miami
Melissa Cherry in China
Melissa Cherry in Asheville
"My favorite thing about working at Miles is the people and our culture."

Melissa leads the company's consulting practice focused on developing inclusive marketing strategies that broaden audience reach and create meaningful connections with travelers from all backgrounds. She works with clients to implement tailored approaches that foster authentic connections and expand reach across the travel and tourism industry. Melissa resides just outside of Atlanta, has a deep passion for the arts and loves to cook.

Favorite Travel Memory

Zurich, Switzerland

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