Michael Carter Email & Phone Number

I'm Michael Carter, the founder of Travel Industry Design, MarsBarsPars, and Independent Travel Advisors. With over 19 years of experience in the travel industry, my journey has been one of constant learning, growth, and personal development, all while embracing change in all its rawest forms.Innovation and passion in understanding and developing various travel technology platforms lie at the heart of my focus.I'm proficient in platforms such as Sabre, Amadeus, and Travelport. I'm just as comfortable building a round-the-world airfare in any of the GDS's as I am deploying a VPS filled with useful trade related technology. As a certified system administrator and front-end developer, my technical skills extend beyond creating, applications and server administration. I've combined this with my direct industry experience, which has enabled me to create robust platforms that not only enrich my own professional path but also provide invaluable resources to the broader travel community.My passion is rooted in utilizing these skills to develop commercial and open-source applications, creating an ecosystem where travel technology is both accessible and impactful.MarsBarsPars stands as a beacon of innovation, offering specialized technology solutions to Travelport Agencies and Independent Advisors using it as their preferred GDS. Our unique approach in developing smart buttons, scripting, and traveller profile management system means we can support and provide solutions for businesses of all sizes and locations anywhere in the world.Independent Travel Advisors transcends the traditional boundaries of a company to embody a vibrant community. It stands as a unifying platform for industry professionals who are in pursuit of support, cutting-edge travel technology, and innovative strategies to elevate their own brands. This platform is dedicated to fostering an environment of knowledge exchange, collaborative endeavours, and mutual growth. It unites a diverse array of participants including new and seasoned advisors, tour operators, travel tech entities, host agencies, consortiums, and consolidators from every corner of the world. Our focus isn't on competing for clients; instead, we're committed to collaboration and sharing our expertise with those eager to learn and grow.