Founded in 2011 as “the next generation in gay travel,” Brand g recognized that LGBT+ travelers were looking for new and more exotic types of travel opportunities. Since river cruising was quickly becoming the hottest segment in travel, it only seemed natural to offer deluxe river cruise tours all over the world – a style of travel we personally love.
Since then, we’ve expanded into deluxe land-only tours, as well as luxury small-ship ocean cruises, both of which have earned us some of our best reviews and most fervent repeat travelers.
Over the past decade, Brand g has grown from a two-person company offering one trip a year to a seven-man staff (and we’re hiring!) producing and operating nearly 20 trips a year around the world. And without the hard work and talents of the awesome individuals below, there would BE no Brand g. They’re not in it for the money – well ok, maybe a little money (a girl’s gotta eat) – they’re in it because they love travel, they love people, and a couple of them love wearing drag in foreign countries. (Don’t ask.)
On every Brand g vacation, you’ll always have at least one if not two of these gentleman as your tour leaders. They’ll be there to escort you through the entire trip and to make sure everything runs like clockwork and that you’re having a great time. These guys genuinely care.
Jeff joined Brand g in March of 2013 bringing more than 30 years experience in management and customer service, previously as President of RSVP Vacations. Jeff designs vacations, negotiate deals, and spends numerous hours every week making sure that Brand g is a well-oiled machine.
Co-founder since 2011, Brian brings over 25 years experience in brand management, marketing and event production. A passionate traveler, Brian has worked in France, Italy and Switzerland, and has operated travel programs in over 60 countries.
From Bonnie, Scotland, Johnathon has a wealth of management and customer service experience, and looks after the operational aspects of the trips. Like the rest if the team he loves to get out the office and take on the role of host or cruise director of bigger ship cruises.
Hailing from Salt Lake City, James joined the team in February of 2022. Prior to becoming a full-time staffer, James consulted and traveled with the Brand g team as sound engineer for the fabulous Brand g Signature entertainers. In addition to his work in the Arts, James brings his expertise as a Project Manager in the Workers Compensation industry since 2001.
Eric came to Brand g in an unusual way: he won the annual free cruise giveaway in 2016. (He loved the experience so much, he went to work for the company.) A former Fox Television marketing executive and author of two memoirs, Eric handles all the marketing, from ads to social media to blogs and video content. When he’s onboard, Eric also enjoys making sure guests have a great time.
Mike joined Brand g in 2023 after having travelled with Brand g several times beginning in 2017. His passion for travel, people, and exceptional service made Brand g an easy choice. Mike spent his prior career in various Accounting, Supply Chain, and Technology roles, and brings a detail oriented mindset to ensure that all of our guests have life changing experiences.
If you’re lucky, you may have this wondrous goddess as a host on your big ship cruise. As a wannabe Cruise Director, Maissie is still in training and often locked in her cabin due to disciplinary issues. However, when HR is not about, she is often known to rock a party. Please approach with caution. #lifechanging
Many of you know him as Brand g’s resident shutter bug and host. Troy is a self-taught photographer with a keen eye and an easy smile. However, when not hosting or capturing the Brand g experience with his photos, Troy is busy working as a landscape designer back in Minneapolis.
Canadian Les is our newest trip host, and we’re happy to welcome him to the Brand g family. He brings a ton of sparkle and magic to various Brand g trips around the world.
Randy and Jeremy are the power couple who host many of Brand g’s small ship vacations. They’re so cute you want to slap them, but they’re so warm and welcoming, you’ll end up hugging them.
Since our inception, we have given back to the community both in dollars and time. It’s an absolutely fundamental part of the Brand g philosophy.
A part of that philosophy at Brand g is to leave countries just a bit better than we found them. That’s why all our exotic trips (India, Asia, etc) contain a philanthropy moment that our guests call “life-changing”.
In addition, each year, Brand g partners with an LGBT+ organization to provide ongoing funds and support for their mission. In 2022, we’re partnered with the Elton John AIDS Foundation to support their goal of ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
Should you feel so moved, please feel free to make a donation at the link below.
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