In this conversation, Bernard Rix interviews Geoff Wessel, a former Assistant Chief Constable who transitioned into the travel industry after retiring from policing. Geoff shares insights from his 30-year policing career, emphasizing the camaraderie and memorable experiences with fellow officers. He discusses the similarities between organizing police operations and travel planning, highlighting his goal to alleviate the stress of booking holidays for emergency service personnel. Geoff offers personalized travel services and encourages listeners to reach out for better deals on their vacations.
Takeaways
- Geoff Wessel is a former Assistant Chief Constable who retired in 2021.
- He started a travel company to serve emergency services personnel.
- Camaraderie with fellow officers is a highlight of his policing career.
- Travel planning shares similarities with police operations.
- Geoff aims to reduce the stress of holiday planning for clients.
- He offers better deals than online booking sites.
- Personalized service is a key aspect of his travel business.
- Thailand is highlighted as a favourite holiday destination.
- Geoff encourages trust in his services as a former police officer.
- He emphasizes transparency in pricing and earnings.
Sound Bites
- “There is life after policing.”
- “I can normally get you a better deal.”
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Geoff Wessel and His Journey
02:51 – Transitioning from Policing to Travel Services
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