Joined in December 2022
Former HR and operations executive
Based in Bay Area, CaliforniaThe path to fulfillment with Fora
Timadge Berkhadley was working in HR and operations for tech startups like Chime and Figma, improving employee experience and overseeing office construction projects. Despite enjoying her work, she was looking for a deeper sense of fulfillment while balancing her responsibilities as a mother of three.
“Before I found Fora, I was at a crossroads. I had not been without a job since high school,” she said. “Seeking something new at this stage in my career felt uncertain.”
In December of 2022, Timadge decided to take a six-month career break. During this time, she came across an article written by a Fora Advisor, who highlighted the perks they could offer travelers. The piece “immediately caught my attention,” Timadge said. In Fora, she saw “a chance to explore my passion for travel while still being present for my children and other personal projects."
Scaling with community support
One of Timadge’s first major clients as a Fora Advisor was a family of nine who wanted to book an all-inclusive Caribbean villa—with specific budget constraints, no less. She attended a live office hours session hosted by Fora’s in-house travel experts, where fellow advisors helped brainstorm solutions. As a result, she secured the booking—her largest at that time.
“The community played a pivotal role, and without it, I might have spent hours without much progress,” Timadge said. “The community offers immense value in helping me navigate challenges and achieving successful outcomes.”
As Timadge built her business, she leaned on the collective knowledge of Fora’s community, which she described as invaluable.
I love how incredibly diverse the community is. There's a sense of community and camaraderie.
Timadge Berkhadley
joined December, 2022
“I love how incredibly diverse the community is,” she added. “We come from so many different backgrounds and industries with varied experiences and perspectives. There's a sense of community and camaraderie.”
That camaraderie allows advisors to continuously learn. Fora Advisors specialize in various destinations, so they’re eager to share their intel on a variety of places like, the Caribbean, South Africa, or Thailand. Some are especially adept at weddings, while others excel at family vacations. Regardless, everyone is eager to share their wisdom and help their fellow advisors.
“Not only has it saved me considerable time,” Timadge said of Fora’s community, “but it has also leveraged connections to our partners, allowing me to craft unforgettable memories for my clients.”
Since she joined, Timadge has booked over seven figures in travel across hundreds of trips. She’s an invaluable resource to the community, and is a member of Fora’s X tier of advisor, an elite status reserved for the highest earners.
How Fora made her success possible
Fora’s engaged community accelerates learning and provides support with resources like:
Forum: Our all-in-one community app filled with tips, feedback, updates, news, and more
WhatsApp groups: Dedicated channels for collaboration and support
Fora Chapters: Localized communities in cities around the world
Days of Learning: In-person opportunities where Fora Advisors learn from HQ and each other
Live Forum: Fora’s in-person annual conference, bringing together hundreds of suppliers and advisors
