Sports specialist eyes growth as it marks 10th anniversary

Sports package specialist MVP Travel is planning to expand into the US market, as the company celebrates its 10^thanniversary.

 

A member of Hays Travel Independence Group from the start, MVP Travel arranges tailored packages and group trips to American sports fixtures in the US and Europe.

 

Founded by husband-and-wife team Ben and CJ Mortimer in 2016, the company sells exclusive North American sports packages to all Hays Travel trading divisions.

 

They create packages to major international tournaments, including baseball, football, tennis, golf, horse racing, ice hockey, motor sports, wrestling and more.

 

The specialist operator can also arrange access to exclusive pre-events and immersive experiences in the destinations.

 

Furthermore, Ben, CJ or one of their team escorts every group tour.

 

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CJ Mortimer, operations director of MVP, said: “In 2016, we sat at the dining room table with three children under five running around and decided to start a business.

 

“Ben had the vision and the travel background, and my experience was rooted in marketing and brand development.

 

“Together with our incredible in-house team and suppliers, we built a successful company that continues to provide our wonderful clients with memorable sporting experiences.

 

“The future is promising with our new venture, Premier Sports Trips, which offers our packages to the American market."

 

Ben Mortimer, managing director of MVP, said: “The last 10 years have been an incredible journey for our business and family.

 

“Focusing on American sports has allowed us to work to our strengths and truly give our customers a uniquely packaged experience, all wrapped around seeing their favourite American sports.

 

“The support from Harriet and her team at Hays Travel IG has been important in our growth, knowing they and the network of other members is there has truly enabled us to spread our wings.”

 

Harriet Thompson, head of Hays Travel Independence Group, said: “MVP Travel is a highly valued member of our consortium. Over the years, they have developed outstanding relationships with suppliers and venues, while building a loyal and returning customer base.

 

“We genuinely enjoy working with Ben, CJ and the wider team, and it has been fantastic to see their business continue to grow and evolve.

 

“They consistently seek out new opportunities, most recently through their partnership with Hickory’s Smokehouse, and have exciting plans ahead, particularly with expansion into CJ’s native USA in the coming months.”