Claude
CEO - France - iCEO #6030

Experience

Having been working in the travel industry for over 25 years, I am an accomplished, commercially focused MBA-qualified Managing Director, with a strong track record of international P&L leadership and business development, delivered throughout a progressive and internationally focused career within FTSE 100 companies, both in corporate roles as well as small fast growing businesses.

Major Achievements

Growing a portfolio of 7 international leading travel trade shows : WTM and IBTM Events Portfolios, (Dubai, Sao Paulo, Cape Town, London, Singapore, Mexico, Barcelona) and pivoting to virtual events during Covid19 pandemic. : Building a leading player on the tailor-made travel market Acquisition and integration of 5 travel companies : Terres de Charme, Australie Tours, Nouvelle Zelande Voyages, Backroads, Tapis Rouge. (France, Spain, Egypt) Successful launch and development of an on-line travel company. $75 million sales volume and $1 million net result in 2 years. Profitable growth of a corporate travel management company in Europe from 1998 till 2000. Sales : $ 209 millions (+40%), Ebitda : $ 3 millions (+ 225%). 450 employees in 6 countries.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

On line

Travel and Tourism

Hospitality and Events

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO/managing director

Sector: service sector

Interim Manager: No

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Worldwide

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Personal financial investment: 150-350K USD

Countries Covered

Canada

France

Germany

UK

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Expert)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)