Jared Kamrowski

Jared Kamrowski is the founder and CEO of Thrifty Traveler, a company that has revolutionized budget travel by providing flight deals and cheap travel tips.1 His entrepreneurial journey began in 2015 when he started Thrifty Traveler as a side hustle while working in corporate banking.1

Background and Career Transition

Jared graduated from college with significant student debt and entered the corporate world, working in banking for eight years.1 During this time, he traveled extensively for work, which nurtured his passion for travel and planning.1 In 2015, while still employed in corporate America, Jared launched Thrifty Traveler.1

Thrifty Traveler's Evolution

Initially, Thrifty Traveler focused on points and miles, reflecting Jared's personal interests.1 However, after a viral post about flight deals crashed the site in late 2015, Jared pivoted the business to focus more on flight deals.1 In 2017, he created Thrifty Traveler Premium, a flight deal notification service that became a significant success.1

Expertise and Influence

Jared has established himself as an expert in the travel industry:

1. He's known for providing flight deals and cheap travel tips to a diverse audience, ranging from retired boomers to Gen Z travelers.1
2. Jared has given a TED Talk titled "Life is Short, Travel Now," sharing his insights on travel.2
3. He's been featured on podcasts discussing travel marketing and SEO strategies for Thrifty Traveler.3

Personal Approach

Jared's approach to business involves recognizing his strengths and weaknesses, and bringing in experts to fill skill gaps, particularly in technical areas like developing alert systems.1 His success with Thrifty Traveler demonstrates his ability to identify market needs and adapt his business model accordingly.