Meet The Team
Mark Smith
Head of Business Development
Mark Smith
Head of Business Development
About
I am the current Head of Business Development at Simplexity Travel. Simplexity Travel is one of the leading travel management companies in the UK. We arrange both business and leisure travel on behalf of busy professionals who seek luxury and an outstanding service. As the Head of Business Development I am tasked with both identifying new business prospects and servicing an extensive list of clientele, from large companies to ultra-high net worth individuals. I have a vast wealth of knowledge when it comes to executive travel management. I was first appointed to the role in 2011 when Simplexity launched.
I am also part of the key booker team at Simplexity. Here, I have a direct role in the company’s business activities and in particular helping clients with their travel needs, often at extremely short notice. I feel like I excel in this role and together with Simplexity, we have built a formidable reputation in the Travel Management industry.
Interests
In my spare time, I – predictably – love to travel, with some of my favourite destinations being Thailand, South Africa, Dubai and New York.
Martin Fredrick
Events & Hospitality Manager
Martin Fredrick
Events & Hospitality Manager
About
I have worked in different areas of the Music and Entertainment business for the past 35 years, from booking promotional tours for Artists, Tour Management, Artist Liaison, through to large scale Event Production and Management. Working at Simplexity gives me the opportunity to make use of my wealth of experience and knowledge within the Luxury Travel Business.
Simplexity has a diverse clientele many of whom require more than having just their travel needs fulfilled. Working alongside the fantastic team of professional Travel Managers here at Simplexity, I’m able to complement, support and enhance our clients travel experience, wherever they may be in the world. Whether it’s providing Concert & Event tickets, arranging Private Tours, or engaging World Class Entertainment for parties and celebrations, I aim to provide and deliver a personal and bespoke service.
For any event or entertainment enquiries please feel free to email me at martin@simplexitytravel.com.
Interests
I have a long-standing love of music and still enjoy going to gigs and discovering new talent. As much as I love city life, escaping at weekends (or any other time) to the country is always a welcome treat. Obviously travel is important and there are so many places I’d still like to visit, so any invitations are always welcome!
Aki Achillea
Corporate Travel Manager
Aki Achillea
Corporate Travel Manager
About
I have worked in the travel industry for over 30 Years, my experience has covered many different aspects of travel, everything from working in a high street travel shop, to working with tour operators, to Marine travel. I wanted to make a change and work with a boutique luxury travel company and Simplexity seemed like a perfect fit.
I work in the corporate sector of Simplexity as a Corporate Manager and booking consultant, I love the challenge of finding my clients the best prices and quickest routes to save them the most valuable commodity, time. I enjoy working with clients from all across the world, having a second language of Greek definitely helps. Working at Simplexity travel I get to work with a fantastic group of people who are passionate about what they do, I also really enjoy the philosophy of Simplexity that is to offer exceptional level of service while treating our customers as clients and not numbers.
Interests
As you can imagine I love to travel, Cuba & Jamaica are favourites of mine along with exploring the Mediterranean and the West Coast of America. I hope to get the opportunity to travel to and explore China, Maldives, Australia and Africa. When I’m not working or travelling I love football, music and most importantly spending time with my family.
Abdurrahman Bobat
Leisure Travel Manager
Abdurrahman Bobat
Leisure Travel Manager
About
My passion for travel was first ignited by my adventures abroad as a young child. Putting this into practice I then embarked on a degree in tourism which took me to Australia. I lived and studied in Sydney for six months, which gave me the opportunity to explore elsewhere in the Pacific.
Having worked in travel for over five years, I have been fortunate to have visited numerous countries, both independently and leading escorted groups.
Favourite destinations have included Japan, Fiji, Mauritius, Sri Lanka and Australia to name a few. So far, the current count is just over 40 countries and I hope to add to that total soon.
I have a strong interest in aviation, be it aircrafts and airlines, the use of points and miles or the latest in premium cabins and configurations, and I love nothing better than putting together a complex itinerary!
Working in tailormade travel, I have arranged all types of trips to a range of destinations worldwide, from luxury honeymoons and touring itineraries to family holidays and escorted group tours. I love to share my experiences and knowledge with clients to ensure they have the best trip possible.
Holly Calvert
 Leisure Travel Account Manager
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Holly Calvert
Leisure Travel Account Manager
About
I have worked in the travel industry for more than ten years, during which time I have particularly enjoyed specialising in the field of tailor-made experiences.
I worked as a rep for Thomas Cook for five years which entailed living in a number of overseas destinations, Lake Garda, Cancun, Lanzarote, Antalya and Bodrum among them. I was also very involved with the weddings team and would often assist with the in-resort planning.
These roles, and the time I spent as a chalet host in Les Deux Alpes, really sharpened my customer service skills and instilled in me a desire to go above and beyond for my clients.
My passion for travel extends to my private life too. Among my all-time favourite destinations have been Delhi, New York, Florence and Isla Holbox in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.
In my spare time – what there is of it with a three-year-old! – I love going to concerts, cycling and swimming.
Roberta Lamborizio
Corporate Travel Manager
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Roberta Lamborizo
Corporate Travel Manager
About
Originally from Italy, I came to London over 20 years ago, a move that coincided with the start of my career in travel.
For over a decade I worked for an airline, which gave me an extensive knowledge of the industry, together with a passion that remains undimmed to this day.
For me, customer satisfaction is at the heart of everything I do. No detail of a client’s trip is ever overlooked, no matter how small, in an effort to ensure complete satisfaction.
I also love to experience different countries myself and if forced to pick, I would say that Japan is my favourite destination. I also enjoy returning to my home country where there is always something new to explore.
Claire Jackson
Technology Manager
Claire Jackson
Technology Manager
About
After travelling extensively for five years on cruise ships, travel has become more than a career for me. I have had the good fortune to visit 72 different countries, during which time I have loved experiencing so many different cultures, trying incredible food and making lifelong friendships.
My travel journey has taken me from working as a consultant in both corporate and leisure travel, to building and implementing technology systems to improve and simplify travel bookings for clients.
Interests
I enjoy keeping active and generally have a challenge or two on the go. These have included walking the Great Wall of China, running five half marathons and taking part in charity bike rides round Yorkshire.
As well as travel, I am passionate about photography, particularly landscapes and architecture. I’ve enjoyed cataloguing the thousands of images I have captured on my adventures around the world.
Lorraine Short
Commercial Manager
Lorraine Short
Commercial Manager
About
A passionate travel professional with over 35 years’ experience, I have been lucky enough to work across multiple areas of the industry.
I began my career with Virgin Atlantic, before moving into the world of tour operators, helping to grow and develop a specialist agency for travel industry employees where I also oversaw all contracting.
Looking to further my knowledge of other areas, I then moved to travel management company, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, where I managed multiple teams and offices. My next career move was in the field of global supplier relations and then as part of a hotel solutions team, compiling and managing hotel programmes for global financial companies.
To get a fully rounded understanding of travel, I took up the opportunity to segue into the technology side, working for Worldspan where I was responsible for hotel customers across EMEAA, before joining Dubai Holdings and Jumeirah International as Director of Global Sales.
Seven years later, I took a step back from global travel to have a family before joining the Simplexity Travel team.
As an active person I love to keep busy, walking my dog, swimming and generally enjoying the great outdoors. Travel is still a passion, and I love visiting new places and experiencing different cultures.
Liz O’Grady
Finance\Executive Assistant
Liz O’Grady
Finance\Executive Assistant
About
My career in travel started back in 2007 when I joined the STA Travel team, switching my career from an air conditioning engineer to something a little less routine.
From there I moved to a large corporate travel company, starting as a trainee business travel consultant, from there working as a floater agent, 24 hr emergency responder and finally implant head.
I also spent two years as a VIP leisure travel agent where my diverse responsibilities included ticket and accommodation booking agent, VIP concierge, the organisation of large group tours and escorting clients as part of the onsite support team.
On joining Simplexity Travel I decided to hone my skills further by learning back-office procedures. I enjoy every aspect of my current role, immersing myself in finance and operations. I have also returned to my technology roots, helping to resolve any technical issues that may occur with the various systems we use here. Â
Interests
Travel is not only my career, but also my passion. I love exploring new places, whether it’s Turkey, the US, Italy or Hungary. My absolute favourite is Cyprus, where I met my husband nearly 14 years ago; it has been our number one destination to visit ever since. I also enjoy travelling within the UK and immersing myself in all aspects of its incredible nature, architecture and history.
Roz Yusukhan
Accounts Receivable
Roz Yusukhan
Accounts Receivable
About
I come from Kenya where life tends to revolve around the travel industry and this is where my interest in the industry began at a very young age.
I enjoy travelling and experiencing different cultures and cuisines our wonderful world has to offer. I have travelled to most major cities in the US and also covered some parts of Asia. South America is still a mystery to me and maybe one day I shall enjoy the sights, sounds and food this continent has to offer.
I feel travelling opens your mind especially when you get a chance to explore off the beaten paths, learn about local history and wildlife. Also I find visiting the same destination in a different season can sometimes offer a totally different experiences
Interests
My leisure time is mostly spent with my family. I have worked in the travel industry (mostly in finance) since late 80’s with a few breaks in between.
Joram Antwi
CRM Manager
Joram Antwi
CRM Manager
About
I’m a tech enthusiast born and raised in the dynamic city of London, where I was exposed to a plethora of cultures and constant development.Â
Growing up in this fast-paced environment, I found myself contemplating ways to leverage technology to streamline our daily tasks and actions.
With an educational background in computer science, I started my career as a full-stack web developer, honing my skills in this domain for four years. However, I later ventured into working on CRM systems and discovered its immense potential for future development and effective use on all types of businesses, which ignited a strong interest in me.
When I’m not behind the screen, I love exploring new cultures and cuisines by travelling to different places. Additionally, I’m an avid boulderer and enjoy staying active by indulging in activities like boxing and gym sessions. Fun fact I’m an undefeated white collar amateur boxer. Â
Harry Green
Marketing Executive
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Harry Green
Marketing Executive
About
As someone who is young and has a willingness to learn something new every day, I don’t see myself losing my appetite for exploring and trying new things anytime soon. From the Arctic Circle to pink sand beaches in Bermuda, I feel as if I have already experienced a lot!
I have a unique educational background, with degrees in Philosophy and Management (with a focus in marketing). I wanted to combine my interests in philosophy and business to enhance the way I tackle and think about everyday issues. I showed this when I worked with clients based in the US when I was a talent partner specialising in data & analytics.
Outside of work I am a fan of many sports including football, horse racing, darts, F1, and more. I have a season ticket at Chelsea and have travelled around Europe supporting the team and immersing myself in the culture of the various places I visited.
Clark Tsathy
IT Executive
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Clark Tsathy
IT Executive
About
I began my career working in the IT division of a leading manufacturing company.
My job entailed a lot of travelling, primarily to Italy, Germany, Belgium, Denmark and France, where I was sent to troubleshoot an array of technical issues.
As well as honing my customer service skills, this experience also awakened in me a love for travel.
Now as IT executive for Simplexity Travel I can combine my skills with my passion for exploring new horizons. I firmly believe that the best adventures come from travelling outside of your comfort zone, something that my current position definitely entails.
Aside from wandering the globe, I also love sport, reading and taking long walks with my family and friends.
Yiannis Polydorou
Corporate Travel Manager
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Yiannis Polydorou
Corporate Travel Manager
About
Born, quite literally, into the world of travel, I started my journey in the family business, supplying travel to the Greek community in London. As our reputation grew, so did the diversity and size of our audience. However, as is true for many young people, the urge to explore and see the world led me to pursue new opportunities.
I worked as an overseas representative in Crete and at a travel agency in Athens for a short amount of time, before further developing my knowledge and skills back in London working for corporate and leisure travel companies.
In 2017 I commenced my affiliation with Virtuoso through the company I was working for. It was at this point that I made the decision to concentrate on the leisure and high-end side of the travel industry.
I thrive on giving the best customer service possible and also love sharing my knowledge with clients and colleagues alike.
Joining Simplexity Travel I will be applying over 35 years of know-how to complement and further develop the company’s services and products.