Carmen Palogruto, ACC, CTC, has extensive experience in the travel and marketing industries, currently serving as a Travel Advisor and Franchise Owner at Cruise Planners since June 2018. Prior to this role, Carmen held various positions including Senior Marketing Project Manager and Marketing Project Manager at Publix Super Markets, and Manager of Travel Marketing Operations at The Auto Club Group, overseeing comprehensive marketing campaigns and operations. Carmen's earlier roles include Senior Graphic Designer at The Levin Group and Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer at VIASYS Healthcare, demonstrating a strong foundation in graphic design and marketing communications. Educational qualifications encompass a Post Pandemic Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism, an Accredited Cruise Counselor designation, a Project Management Professional certificate, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Mathematics.