Lorin Dragan
About Lorin Dragan
Lorin Dragan is a Program Director at Viking Cruises and Gate 1 Travel, and an Assistant Professor at 'Al. I. Cuza' University of Iasi, with extensive experience in the travel and tourism industry.
Current Positions
Lorin Dragan is currently serving in multiple roles within the travel and tourism industry. He works as a Program Director at Viking Cruises in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, United States, and as a Cruise Director at Gate 1 Travel in Woodland Hills, California, United States. In addition to his industry roles, he contributes to academia as an Assistant Professor at 'Al. I. Cuza' University of Iasi.
Experience in Travel and Tourism Industry
Lorin Dragan brings extensive experience in program and cruise direction to his roles in the travel and tourism industry. He has been working as a Program Director at Viking Cruises since September 2014. Additionally, he previously worked at Grand Circle Corporation for five years as Senior Program Director, from 2003 to 2008. His practical experience is complemented by his current work at Gate 1 Travel as a Cruise Director.
Academic Background and Teaching
Lorin Dragan holds a strong academic background which he combines with his industry experience. He studied Hospitality Administration/Management at 'Al. I. Cuza' University of Iasi, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from 2010 to 2014. He also studied Economics at University of Geneva, where he achieved an MBA from 2003 to 2005. Dragan has shared his expertise as an Assistant Professor at 'Al. I. Cuza' University of Iasi, enhancing his profile as an academic and practitioner.
Previous Roles at Grand Circle Corporation
Lorin Dragan has previously worked at Grand Circle Corporation as a Senior Program Director. From 2003 to 2008, he spent five years in this role, where he gained significant leadership and operational experience in the travel and tourism sector. This position helped establish his credentials and set the stage for his future roles in the industry.