Travel Advantage Network Welcomes New Controller

Thriving Maryland travel network hires new executive!

MILLERSVILLE, MD (PRWEB) December 27, 2004 -- Travel Advantage Network (TAN) recently welcomed Controller James M. McQuide to its team. McQuide heads finance and accounting departments for the wholesale-priced condominium vacations company serving nearly 50,000 families and individuals worldwide. He oversees 14 employees, as well as all financial aspects for TANs portfolio of more than 500 condominium units, and the companys two, wholly owned resorts, throughout the continental U.S., Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean.

McQuide has an extensive background in accounting, finance and administration. He is a graduate of the University of Vermont, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration; and, at St. Michaels College in Winooski, Vermont, he received a Master of Science degree in Administration. With more than 20 years of experience and a penchant for nurturing growing companies, McQuide has already begun to streamline TANs accounting methods. Hes accomplished in managing change, negotiations and team building, while possessing a strong desire to lend his expertise to all aspects of TANs operations.

Im very excited to be working at an established, but innovative company such as Travel Advantage Network." This is a truly fun place to work, with people who really care about improving the lives of clients through great vacations. Im looking forward to helping the company in its growth and success," says McQuide.

He and his wife moved to the Baltimore area 14 years ago, when he was offered the position of Credit Manager for Digital Equipment Corporation (where he completed Digitals World Class Leadership Program). Says McQuide, Until 1990, we had lived only in Vermont; the adjustment to Baltimores climate and culture was quite a change. Now we wouldnt dream of moving back!"

About Travel Advantage Network

Travel Advantage Network (TAN) is a wholesale-priced vacation program helping nearly 50,000 families and individuals create lifelong vacation memories. TAN is an active member and sponsor of: the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), the Cooperative Association of Resort Exchangers (CARE), Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA), The Executive Committee, peer management counseling group (TEC), the prestigious Young Presidents Organization (YPO), Commercial Real Estate Women's Baltimore Chapter (CREW), The Association of Timeshare Owners Committees (TATOC), Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), Customer Care Institute (CCI), and the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

TAN is also the proud recipient of the Maryland Chamber of Commerces Philanthropy in Business Award and the Better Business Bureau of Marylands Torch Award, which is presented to companies that exemplify high business standards and professional integrity. We are also pleased to have an active community outreach program and employees who are committed to bettering the community by supporting charitable events and organizations.

Media contact:    

Kelly Leso

publicrelations@planwithtan.com

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