ASTA, short for the American Society of Travel Agents, claims over 20,000 members in 140 countries. Its members include travel agents and companies who offer travel products, such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.

[edit] History

ASTA was founded on April 20, 1931, in New York City as the American Steamship and Tourist Agents Association. ASTA changed its name to the American Society of Travel Agents in 1946. Its headquarters are in Alexandria, VA.

[edit] Executive Committee

• Cheryl Hudak — President and CEO
• William A. Maloney — Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
• Mary Peters — Vice President/Secretary
• George Delanoy — Treasurer
• Roger Block — Executive Board Member

[edit] See also

• Airlines Reporting Corporation
• Computer reservations system
• International Air Transport Association
• International Association of Travel Agents Network
• Travel agency
• Travel Industry Association

[edit] Related Sites

• ASTA Web site