Humans in the Hot Seat: Why Eli Wagner Decided to Open a Physical Office for Her Agency

Welcome to Humans in the Hot Seat, a spinoff series of Humans of Travel. Today’s episode features Eli Wagner, founder of Wagner Bespoke Travel.  Wagner entered the industry about three years ago, and she has seen tremendous growth since, being named Virtuoso's Rising Star last year and surpassing $1 million in sales. She's also in the process of opening up a physical office in Santa Monica, California. In this episode, Wagner details what led her to make the decision to open a physical space when so many travel advisors are moving home, and shares the benefits of working in an office with employees -- along with the financial risks involved. This episode is sponsored by The Globus Family of Brands. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Wagner Bespoke Travel Wagner Bespoke Travel's Instagram ABOUT YOUR HOST  Emma Weissmann is the Executive Editor of TravelAge West, a print magazine and website for travel advisors based in the Western U.S. She is also the co-host of Trade Secrets, a podcast created with sister publication Travel Weekly, and the Editor-in-Chief of print publication AGENTatHOME.TravelAge West also produces events including Future Leaders in Travel, Global Travel Marketplace West, the WAVE Awards gala ad the Napa Valley Leadership Forum.  ABOUT THE SHOW  TravelAge West’s award-winning podcast, “Humans of Travel,” features conversations with exceptional people who have compelling stories to tell. Listeners will hear from the travel industry’s notable authorities, high-profile executives, travel advisors and rising stars as they share the highs and lows that make them human.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.