Jason Dunderdale has been promoted to the position of Global Director of Sales for Blacklane. He joined the fast-growing chauffeur-drive specialist in August 2022 as Global Head of Agency and Indirect Sales and before that was Head of Sales Europe for FREE Now for Business.
Mark Hollyhead, President Egencia and Chief Product Officer at American Express GBT, is leaving due to a family health matter. In a LinkedIn post he stressed that he wasn’t retiring and said: “I’ll forever be grateful for the indomitable spirit, endeavour and energy of my colleagues present and past.”
edyn, the accommodation provider, has appointed Alastair Thomann as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Thomann, who joins from Generator and Freehand Hotels where he also served as CEO succeeds Daniel Carre-Bishop, Chief Financial Officer and interim Chief Executive Officer, who will continue in his role as Chief Financial Officer.
Alastair joins edyn from Generator and Freehand Hotels, leading design-led shared accommodation brands, where he served as Chief Executive Officer of both businesses.
Thiago Araujo has joined BCD Meetings & Events as Global Sustainability Director. He brings more than 15 years of professional experience at the intersection of sustainability, business development and strategic leadership, with previous roles including Sustainability Manager at Volvo Group, Project and Account Director at GL Events, and Engagement Specialist at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Araujo is based in France and will report directly to BCD M&E’s SVP, People & Culture, Audrey Lambert.
The Business Travel Association has named Georgia Suttie as Chair of its Generation BTA Advisory Board. Suttie, who is National Operations Manager for Venue Find, Groups & Field Trips at Clarity Business Travel, was selected by her peers to lead the board into 2025.
Wings Travel Management has paid tribute to Ross Pratt, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Americas, who has passed away suddenly. “Over the years, Ross earned the admiration and respect of the travel industry, not only for his exceptional leadership and contributions but also for his role as a mentor, trusted friend and someone to offer kindness and positivity to all who had the privilege of knowing him,” it said.
