Ron Oyer, President
Ron Oyer President of Life Journeys, has been in the travel business for the past 30 years. His specialty is creating custom group tours and programs throughout the world. Involved from marketing and advertising to escorting our groups, his commitment is to help each client achieve their personal goals and corporate objectives. For the past 20 years Ron has concentrated on “Metaphysical New Age and Motivational” tours and cruises for a number of high profile celebrities and noted authors and organizations such as Abraham-Hicks, Hay House Publishing Co., James Van Praagh, Dr. Brian Weiss, and the late Dr. Wayne Dyer. He has organized a wide range of special interest tours, along with corporate incentive trips. In addition, Ron has developed weekend regional conferences and customized retreats that host up to 1,400 attendees. Ron offers the most compelling and innovative programs to suit every message and every encounter. His pursuit of excellence has made him a leader and pioneer in his field. Ron has a love for photography, music, and enjoys experiencing different cultures from around the world.
Ibis Kaba, Executive Vice President/Producer
A seasoned professional with a keen eye for marketing and promotions, Ibis has been in client relations, production and marketing for 22 years. She worked for HBO television for 15 years as Director of Affiliate Sales and Marketing. There she produced award winning commercials and acquisition campaigns for both HBO and Cinemax. After 16 years with HBO, Ibis was promoted to Vice President of Marketing for Time Warner Communications Southwest Division – the 5th largest in the US. Her roster of clients has included heads of cable television companies, CEO’s of major production studios and well-known celebrities. She was the first to promote Oscar de la Hoya shortly following his Olympic wins and produced the world premiere of the HBO Original “From Earth to the Moon” at NASA, in Houston Texas. Volunteering her time to raise millions for HIV/AIDS research, Ibis devoted 7 successful years to producing “The Black Tie Dinner”. This prestigious event was the most attended dinner in the US. Ibis is a world traveler, speaks 3 languages and loves to sing.
Karen Stern, Office Manager
Karen combines her years of management experience with her love of travel to ensure happy travelers and seamless planning for Life Journeys. After years in a more corporate environment, she happily wears all hats now and dreams of her next trip to “the most foreign place she has ever been”. Karen is a native Californian, speaks two languages and spends as much time as she can in the ocean with her husband.
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Toni Cobbs, Senior Account Executive
Toni has a multifaceted background in customer service, marketing, event planning and travel. In her own words . . .
“I have the best job ever!
It incorporates my love of travel and working with spiritually enlightened people, brilliant authors and teachers”.
Peter Orozco, Administrative Assistant/Event Agent
Peter is a California native. He has worked as an administrative assistant and in customer service in the marketing and travel industry for the past 5 years. His customer service experience will assist you in creating your next travel experience. In his free time, he enjoys sporting events, poker, and traveling. He looks forward to expanding his travel adventures in the near future.
Marc Battaglia, Account Executive
Marc brings 30 years of customer service and sales experience, shaped by a lifetime of global exposure as the son of a U.S. diplomat. Having lived and traveled around the world, he thrives on connecting with new people and exploring diverse cultures. He is especially passionate about uplifting, spiritually minded teachers and the healing arts, where he finds purpose in supporting others on their personal journeys. Outside of his professional life, Marc enjoys photography, painting, and spending time in nature, creative outlets that reflect his appreciation for beauty, presence, and authentic expression.
Tina Potter, Event Agent
Tina’s passion for the travel industry has taken centerstage in her life for many years. With over 35 years of experience in event and travel coordination, Tina brings exceptional expertise in managing large-scale groups with precision and care. Her attention to detail, coupled with her dedication to everyone she encounters, is the standard for outstanding customer service. Her deep knowledge of travel logistics, combined with her ability to anticipate client needs, allows her to create seamless, well-coordinated experiences that consistently exceed expectations. Her dedication, reliability, and passion make her an invaluable part of the team.