Ance Švajnzger is General Manager for East Europe & Caucasus at Intrepid Travel. With nearly 20 years in the travel industry, she crafts authentic, experience-rich itineraries and builds resilient supply chains that enable small and women-led businesses to thrive.
Born and raised in Latvia, Ance has lived and worked across six countries, from the Canadian Arctic to Morocco, from Iceland to Croatia, progressing from tour leading and contracting to destination product management and general management.
Her background spans ground operations, supplier engagement, compliance, and finance. Ance is known for data-driven product improvements and responsible tourism initiatives. She brings deep expertise in sustainable travel driven by the belief that travel is a force for good.