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Vice President, Content & Communications
Incentive Research Foundation
Andy Schwarz is Vice President, Content & Communications, Incentive Research Foundation, an organization that funds and promotes research to increase understanding of the effective use and benefits of incentives for businesses globally. Andy works with a team of researchers to turn complex research and data into accessible, actionable insights.
That research forms the basis of reports and education programs delivered both virtually and at live incentive events. Each year, the IRF releases 10 to 12 studies on industry trends, benchmarks, best practices and insights.
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How far would you go to create a once-in-a-lifetime incentive travel experience? For today’s well-traveled top performers, long-haul travel can offer the exclusive and culturally immersive experiences that make a program unforgettable. Explore what gives a distant destination real trophy value, from adventurous itineraries and bespoke access to time for jet lag recovery, relaxation and personal exploration. Consider air travel, time away from the office and pricing, and discover how to make the journey part of the reward.
Learning outcomes:
Identify the characteristics that give long-haul destinations “trophy value”
Evaluate the benefits and practical considerations of planning a long-haul incentive program
Explore strategies for creating memorable, culturally immersive journeys