Our team

Discover and meet our team

At ventura TRAVEL, we consider our most valuable assets to be our team, a group of motivated and authentic individuals who have their heart in the right place.The different characters, the common team spirit and the overall focus on achieving the company’s objectives are the reasons why our team is top notch. No obstacle is too high and no distance too far. At ventura TRAVEL, the sky's the limit.

We have currently more than 80 employees. Here’s a small insight into the ventura TRAVEL team! Welcome to our world

Andre

Andre founded Viventura, Ventura TRAVEL's first brand, to make travel in South America authentic and fun. Now, he supports tourism 'intrapreneurs' to build niche brands with a professional infrastructure, while enjoying family time and good ceviche.

Erick

Erick oversees Ventura TRAVEL's business operations from Berlin, bringing his passion for languages, cultures, and history. With roots in Ecuador and Peru, his global experience spans Washington D.C., Belgium, Germany, and Costa Rica.

Benno

A global traveler and remote-work enthusiast, Benno has founded brands like Galapatours and Polartours, driven by his love for expedition cruising. He's also an avid diver, paraglider, and fluent in five languages (including a bit of 'Portuñol').

Cecca (Francesca)

Cecca founded Japaventura and now leads Ventura’s New Brands team, guiding niche travel brands to success. Passionate about culture, she speaks seven languages and has traveled to over 50 countries, with a special love for Japan.

Micky

After years in Santiago de Chile, Michaël returned to Berlin and joined Ventura, specializing in unique travel experiences across South America. His favorites include Brazil and Patagonia, where he designs unforgettable itineraries for travelers.

Marie

Marie manages Viventura Group Travel, developing authentic, sustainable trips to South America for the German market. Her love for the continent grew from her adventures in Patagonia, Northern Argentina, and Peru’s culinary scene.

Hannes

A data-driven designer, Hannes channels his passion into creating memorable experiences and growing his team at Ventura. Dedicated to impactful work, his goal is to leave every destination a bit better than he found it.

Marcia

Bolivian-born Marcia loves her country’s rich culture and found her calling in HR, supporting Ventura’s people. In her free time, she enjoys historical novels, travel, and connecting with new cultures.

Patricio

Ventura's Head of Finance, Patricio, brings a wealth of expertise in finance and cross-departmental collaboration. A fan of slow travel, he enjoys immersive cultural experiences and is open to new challenges.

Gustavo

Passionate about tech, Gustavo leads Ventura’s IT team to deliver valuable results while enjoying bike rides and travel. His favorite moments are spent with his family, especially his daughter.

Gaby

Gaby turned her passion for finding travel deals into a role overseeing Ventura’s operations and provider negotiations across South and Central America.

Kim

Kim's curiosity for the unknown led her to live across Germany, Latin America, and France, where she now blends her love for organization with her adventurous spirit at Ventura.