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EPISODE · Aug 3, 2026 · 55 MIN

“Breaking the glass:” From family-owned Valerie Wilson Travel to a new homegrown initiative (feat: Kimberly Wilson Wetty)

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This week on Trade Secrets, Kimberly Wilson Wetty discusses her transition from being the longtime co-owner and co-president of Valerie Wilson Travel (VWT) to her newest venture, Keep Wondering Why. Wetty reflects honestly on the decision to sell VWT – which was first acquired by another family-owned business before transitioning to ownership by Chase Travel Group – and making the choice to branch out on her own. This episode also delves into Wetty’s passion for ensuring that all travelers feel welcomed and respected. This episode was sponsored by Travel Insured International. https://www.travelinsured.com/ Further resources Kimberly Wilson Wetty on LinkedIn Keep Wondering Why on the web, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook Mentioned in this episode: Valerie Wilson on Humans of Travel Wilson Wetty’s LinkedIn posts  Breaking the glass Don’t crush the butterfly Need advice? Call our hotline and leave a message: 201-902-2098 Email us: [email protected]   Theme song: Sock Hop by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4387-sock-hop License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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