Meet the Team Behind The Biz Huddle

The Biz Huddle is brought to life by a dedicated team passionate about empowering travel advisors.

Together, we are building a collaborative space where advisors can connect, learn and grow their businesses meaningfully. Our team is committed to delivering an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to share everything we have planned!

Our Mission & Philosophy

At The Biz Huddle, we believe growth isn’t just about tactics — it’s about connection, accountability, and elevated thinking.

We create retreat-style, mastermind-layered experiences; no keynote fatigue, no trade-show noise. Instead, we deliver round tables, hands-on workshops, hot seats, and deep conversations that drive real business progress.

Our founder is here not just to host but to guide, co-create, and hold space for your next level.

Courtnie Nichols | Founder & Visionary

Courtnie Nichols is the founder of The Biz Huddle and a dynamic thought leader reshaping how travel advisors grow and scale. As the CEO of TravelBash and TRvLB, Courtnie has built a reputation for disrupting the traditional travel industry through strategic innovation, operational excellence, and a relentless focus on client experience.

With over a decade of business leadership, she blends creativity with strategy—helping travel entrepreneurs build profitable, sustainable businesses rooted in clarity and confidence.

A connector at heart, Courtnie brings together the brightest minds in the industry to collaborate, innovate, and grow—creating spaces where business owners can have real conversations, take bold action, and see measurable results.

Her mission is simple: to empower travel advisors with the tools, mindset, and community they need to scale strategically and thrive as CEOs of their own brands.

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The Advisory Committee

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Paul Dhadda

Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, I developed a keen understanding of business from a young age. This foundation and a lifelong passion for exploration led me to establish Exquisite Travel Group over three decades ago. My personal journeys, from Tokyo's lively markets to the Maldives' serene beaches, have shaped my deep appreciation for the world's diverse cultures and landscapes. This firsthand experience fuels my team's commitment to crafting personalized travel experiences that not only meet but exceed our clients' expectations. We believe that travel is more than just visiting new places; it's about creating lasting memories and fostering a deeper connection with the world around us.

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Norman Williams

Norman Williams, a certified travel consultant and passionate globetrotter, is the visionary behind Majestic Dream Vacations. Over the past seven years, I have explored Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. My profound love for travel and commitment to helping others discover the world inspired the creation of Majestic Dream Vacations.

Join us and let Majestic Dream Vacations turn your travel dreams into reality.

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Kathy Santos

With over 25 years of diverse experience spanning various industries, Kathy is a trailblazer known for redefining trade shows and infusing joy into strategic networking. Her journey has been defined by a passion for crafting innovative events, where she has seamlessly connected key players in the luxury travel industry. As the visionary founder of KGS Events and Travel, Kathy has expertly woven her love for travel with a profound interest in weddings, crafting bespoke event and travel experiences for each of her clients, earning certifications as a Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist, Luxury Specialist, and Destination Wedding & Event Planner. Kathy remains committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends while continuing to connect the travel industry.

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Theresa Chu-Bermudez

While Theresa launched her travel agency in 2016, she started collecting travel experiences as a toddler traveling around the world with her grandparents. Her lifelong love of learning about different cultures and people continues to motivate her to help her clients see the world, and she is passionate about helping other advisors succeed in their agencies.

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Belvin Baldwin II

Belvin Baldwin II is the owner of the award-winning travel agency Showtime Travel, which designs luxury vacations for busy professionals, so all they have to do is show up and enjoy. He served as the executive council member for the Affluent Traveler Collection and has been featured in different mediums, including Travel Noire's Top 10 Luxury Travel Advisors list and Robb Report’s Best Black Travel Specialist.

Belvin has always loved travel, and that's why he tries to inspire others through his YouTube channel, Showtime Travel, and his podcast, You Deserve A Luxury Vacation. One of his favorite quotes comes from Albert Einstein: “Do not try to become a person of success but try to become a person of value.”

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Mallory Jones

I'm Mallory Jones, the Managing Luxury Advisor for You Deserve It! Vacations, a distinguished boutique travel agency based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. With years of experience in the industry, I've meticulously built and cultivated relationships with premier travel providers worldwide. My clientele, primarily based in Texas and New York, spans across the United States. While I frequently arrange bespoke journeys to Southeast Asia and Western Europe, my true specialty is crafting unique and unforgettable travel experiences tailored to any destination. I commit to ensuring every trip is an extraordinary adventure that exceeds expectations.

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Janelle Ruhumuliza

Lilacs & Chai is a boutique travel company based in San Diego. As an affiliate of Embark Beyond, a Virtuoso agency we specialize in luxury travel experiences. We believe in a holistic approach to travel. We believe in crossing destinations off of your bucket list. We believe in giving back and leaving the world better than we found it. We value travel, hospitality and creating a beautiful life with lasting memories.

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The Biz Huddle Podcast

The Biz Huddle Podcast is more than just a podcast—it’s your backstage pass to The Biz Huddle, a mastermind-level event designed to elevate modern travel advisors.

Hosted by Theresa Chu-Bermudez and Belvin Baldwin II, we bring you behind the scenes of this workshop-style event where travel professionals will learn how to run their businesses like CEOs through expert insights on marketing, sales, operations, and financial growth.

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