Travel Alliance Partners (TAP) named Carol Torricelli, director of domestic sales for Virginia Tourism Corporation, the recipient of the 2015 Spirit of TAP Award.
Torricelli (“Torch” for all who know her) was nominated by many TAP members for her outstanding role in the industry and as an individual who is admired for going above and beyond the normal call of duty.
Referring to her Virginia travel family as her “peeps,” Torch is always telling them to be visible and loves when Virginia destinations partner to overcome regional boundaries.
“She has a way with words and a hearty spirit,” said Tracy Gruber, daughter of Ann Thomas, for whom the award was established. “When you are in her company, she is able to soothe you with one of her ‘Torchisms,’ and you know things are going to be OK. She is a champion for Virginia by being its biggest cheerleader.”
The Spirit of TAP Award was established in 2012, after the passing of TAP member Ann Thomas of Western Discovery, to recognize a Preferred Professional Travel Provider (PPTP) who has the vision and embodies the true spirit of the Travel Alliance Partners and does not wait for others to ask for help, instead asking “what can I do for you?”
The award was announced in June at a breakfast during TAP Dance, the annual convention held by Travel Alliance Partners. Previous award recipients include Jim Coggin in 2012, Todd Stallbaumer in 2013 and Marceline Dyer in 2014.
