Meet the Tripscout Team

Get to know the wonderful team behind Tripscout. With over 50 combined years in the travel industry, we know travel and would love to help you create authentic content for your destination.

Laura Wilson Crist
VP of Media Partnerships

  • I lead the sales team for Tripscout. In my role I do whatever it takes to help my colleagues and clients; sometimes that's leading a pitch, identifying partnership opportunities, or refining materials with the Campaign Strategy team. I ensure everyone on the team has what they need to be successful and secure partnership deals.

    Reach me at laura@tripscout.com

  • Anywhere in California!

  • South Africa!

  • Collect loyalty and reward points, pay the extra money to access the lounge, Economy Premium is the winning seat, and always try a local food spot.

Cassandra Klein
Account Director

  • I'm an Account Director specializing in media sales and destination partnerships within the tourism space. My role involves building client relationships, curating strategic campaigns, and coordinating with our production teams to drive impactful results. With a focus on business development and client satisfaction, I excel in navigating the dynamic landscape of tourism marketing.

    Reach me at cassandra@tripscout.com

  • I’m a big lover of all things Toronto, Canada, and New York.

  • I’m dreaming of and planning a future Europe trip!

  • Explore like a local; as someone who loves new cultures, food and experiences, I find seeking out the best local spots is always a rewarding decision.

Jim Brody
Global Director of Destinations

  • My role is all about selling Tripscout’s media packages to international DMO’s around the world.

    Reach me at jim@tripscout.com

  • Mountains: Banff, Alberta, Canada
    City: Sydney, Australia (but that’s a close call)
    Island: Lanzarote, Canary Islands (also a very close call)

  • Finland, Abu Dhabi, and Kerala

  • Take your time and lean into everything while traveling.

Macy Nguyen
Director of Media Partnerships

  • As the Director of Media Partnerships, I work closely with our sales team to develop our overall strategy and create custom proposals for each of our clients. I also oversee our amazing Campaign Management team, ensuring all of our campaigns are executed at a high level.

  • I love traveling to National Parks! It’s too hard to pick just one as a favorite as each one is so unique and beautiful in its own way. My ultimate bucket list is to visit all of them within the United States.

  • Greece!

  • If you only research one thing before traveling, research the food. Eat at local eateries for the most authentic experiences and stories.

Yennifer Diaz
Account Director

  • As an Account Director for media sales and destination partnerships. I consult with tourism representatives such as destination management organizations and media agencies to build client relationships and curate strategic campaigns. I coordinate with our production team to drive impactful results and deliver client satisfaction.

    Reach me at yennifer@tripscout.com

  • Love a beach destination from Hawaii to New Zealand!

  • Mykonos, Greece

  • Don’t be shy about trying local food, which is the heart of any destination. Do not overwhelm your trip with a full itinerary, leave time to just breathe and be spontaneous.

ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT TEAM

Carlina Harris
Creator Partnerships Specialist

  • I work directly with our creators in a 360 capacity, from sourcing, outreach, deliverable and fee negotiation, content approval and reviews, and being their direct contact on any needs while in or out of market.

  • Southern Italy

  • I crossed off Egypt last year, a big bucket list item since I was about 9 years old! I’d say some remote Mediterranean island, Ischia would be amazing.

  • Pack an empty, refillable water bottle- key in an airport, and if you're traveling in and around the EU there are many town/cities that have water fountains throughout.

    Try to make reservations for lunch a day before– this allows you to plan your day a bit and look forward to no stress when lunch rolls around

    Lounge access via credit card programs are a game changer for airport travel.

Teryn Gray
Campaign Manager

  • I manage our creator campaigns process and execution by communicating with the clients, reviewing creator recommendations, itineraries and content, all while making sure we encompass the overall campaign goals.

  • I love a beach vacation mixed with a little adventure, so Maui, Hawaii was my favorite destination.

  • Coastal Italy!

  • Always make a list before packing!

Mona Salah
Media Content Specialist

  • I make sure the whole world sees our client's content, amplifying content to over 70M+ followers on IG!

  • Croatia! Lots of great islands!

  • Spain, Bali, and the French riviera!

  • You’ll barely stay in your hotel room, book the cheap one and use the money to explore more of the country!

Matt Howard
COO

  • As COO, I oversee the high-level operations of the Tripscout team. I work closely with Laura to navigate challenges and opportunities as we continue to grow our partnerships across the globe and ensure the success of our team.

  • Negril, Jamaica

  • Thailand

  • For frequent travelers, spend the extra money to have all the extra chargers and bathroom supplies always packed in a travel backpack. Makes it so much easier to always have a backpack already ready to go!

SALES TEAM

Let’s go places together.

Reach out and let's explore how we can collaborate to create authentic, inspiring, and effective travel content that resonates with your target audiences.