Meet the PES Staff

Joann Chaney - Executive Director

Joann is co-owner of the Professional Education Society (PES) and Global Tracks, which coordinates all travel for all PES courses. She built her career in travel by developing and managing Purdue University's Educational Travel Programs for thirteen years. Also while at Purdue she worked with the School of Pharmacy to develop continuing education travel experiences. Joann worked with over thirty professors sending 200 groups to 47 different countries. While at Purdue, she was awarded seven major grants to create customized educational travel programs and she published five books and articles about educational travel. Joann's working style of "knowing her clients" provides added value and a personal touch to all PES services.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 102

E-Mail: jchaney@globaltracks.com

Carey Kopetas - Director of Operations

Carey is co-owner of the Professional Education Society (PES) and Global Tracks, which coordinates all travel for all PES courses. She began her career planning group travel for leading international travel companies such as Abercrombie & Kent and Thomas P. Gohagan & Company. As a result, she has a robust industry network of top quality travel partners she utilizes to plan customized travel itineraries that are cost effective for our clients. Carey's business degrees in international studies and marketing, plus her extensive travel to over 80 different countries, allows her to assist clients in creating and managing any type of travel program. Carey's exceptional attention to detail and planning ensures a high standard of quality for all our operations.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 103

E-Mail: carey@globaltracks.com

Charlotte de Frances - Director of Development, Healthcare & Educational Programs

Charlotte ("Chuck") brings over 12 years experience in educational travel marketing, sales and development to the PES team. Combining a background in healthcare and education with a passion for travel, she developed and led a series of global CE expeditions with leading healthcare institutions and organizations for professionals, students, researchers and lifelong learners in a variety of international locales including the Peruvian Amazon and Andes, Australia, Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Kenya, Morocco, South Africa, and Tanzania.

Her program development vision has included catalyzing opportunities for cross cultural collaboration and exchange while fostering global perspectives and partnerships in healthcare education.

Raised a few miles shy of "Cajun Country" in Baton Rouge, La., Charlotte graduated magna cum laude from Louisiana State University, earning a BA in Speech and Psychology. She loves the outdoors and her interests include hiking, gardening, "lifelong learning" and meeting people with diverse backgrounds, viewpoints and a sense of humor.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 115

E-Mail: chuck@pestravel.com

William Chaney, Ph.D – Business Development

Bill brings 35 years of academic experience as a professor at Purdue University to our PES travel seminars. He is an accomplished teacher, researcher, and author, having received national awards for his achievements. During his tenure at Purdue University, Bill was extensively involved in international development and research projects and designed and led travel courses to Europe, South America, Africa, and China. He has either worked or traveled in more than 75 countries. His many talents enhance the educational components of PES travel programs. You may meet him on one of the travel seminars as a co-host.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 107

E-Mail: bill@globaltracks.com

Rebekka Betts – Travel Coordinator

Rebekka ("Bekki") is a graduate of Colorado State University- Pueblo with a BSBA in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and a Master of Business Administration. She has traveled to over 25 states in America, as well as, Mexico, Scotland, England, Wales, Costa Rica, Spain, Belize, Honduras, and Cayman Islands. She enjoys helping others experience new cultures and destinations and loves planning trips for other people. She also has a love for the outdoors and in her free time she can be found hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, and kayaking. Bekki is very excited to help arrange your next international adventure.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 113

E-Mail: bekki@pestravel.com

Mandy Radloff - Office Assistant

Mandy is well equipped with a multitude of office management skills from her background experience in office administration and client services in the real estate industry. Her penchant for organization and eye for detail coupled with her positive and personable nature make her a pleasure to work with. Mandy enjoys all the beauty and nature of Colorado in her free time.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 111

E-Mail: mandy@globaltracks.com

James H. McCray, D.D.S., M.A.G.D., M.B.A. – Seminar Coordinator

James is a general dentist with a Masters in the Academy of General Dentistry. He established the Professional Education Society in 1980 and managed all programs through 2009. Many of you may have enjoyed traveling with James on past PES programs. Presently he serves as our seminar coordinator and consultant for program planning and development. He uses skills from his Masters degree in Business Administration to juggle the many tasks required in planning the group tours. He loves to explore foreign countries and discover the intriguing cultures and medical/dental challenges of the countries visited. He is an avid sailor, ballroom dancer and member of the Traveler's Century Club.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 112

E-Mail: mccray@bigplanet.com

Amy Knezevich – Public Relations and Sales Support

Amy attended Metropolitan State College and received a BS degree in Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management with an emphasis in Travel and Tourism. After graduation, she worked in Australia for six months and has traveled in Borneo, Fiji, Mexico, and the Caribbean Islands. Amy also worked as a Corporate Trainer and Administrative Manager for the food industry in Denver, Colorado prior to joining the Professional Education Society and Global Tracks team. Her talent, dedication, and enthusiasm make her a significant asset to the PES team.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 108

E-Mail: amy@globaltracks.com

Sara Pattemore – Designer

Sara is a graduate of Colorado State University with a BA in International Studies. She also attended the Boulder Travel School and has traveled extensively throughout Latin America and Europe. She enjoys helping others experience new cultures and destinations and is always ready to share her extensive travel industry knowledge. Her vast knowledge of the travel industry combined with her computer skills and creativity make her a great asset with promotional materials.

Phone: 877.PES.7005 (877.737.7005) Ext. 110

E-Mail: sara@globaltracks.com