Designer of Extraordinary Journeys

A beautiful day in Kyoto.

Before founding Monarch Travel Design, I spent over twenty years as a corporate litigator for Fortune 100 companies, leading global teams through complex cross-border disputes across Europe, South America, and Asia. I bring the same judgment, precision, and foresight to every journey I design at Monarch. The industries are different, but the core skills are the same: client advocacy, strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail.

I've traveled to more than 30 countries across five continents, and spent the better part of two years living in Europe with my family.  I understand both the joy of travel and the challenges of planning it in the middle of a full life and a demanding career.

My clients are discerning travelers who know what remarkable travel feels like, and who understand the difference a knowledgeable, dedicated advisor makes. They have high standards and no shortage of ideas about where they want to go, but very little time to turn those ideas into something truly exceptional. They know that extraordinary travel isn't produced by a template or an algorithm. At Monarch, I help them navigate every decision and detail with clarity and confidence, so the planning never competes with their work or their lives. And, when their journey begins, they arrive unburdened.

I've designed everything from restorative solo escapes and family adventures to month-long sabbaticals and destination celebrations, spanning continents, coastlines, and everything in between. For clients drawn to the sea, small-ship sailing--from luxury ocean voyages to river and expedition journeys--offers something large-ship travel simply cannot: intimacy, access, and a pace that lets the destination breathe. For those drawn to land, or a seamless combination of both, custom land itineraries through Europe, Japan, Africa, and beyond offer the same: depth over breadth, access over availability, and an experience shaped entirely around you. Through preferred partnerships, clients access exclusive amenities--upgrades, VIP treatment, and perks--that simply aren't available when booking independently.