Mike McCormick

Managing Partner, Travel Again Advisory

Mike is a travel-industry executive and advisor with 25+ years experience across travel sales and distribution, corporate travel, and overall industry leadership. He leads Travel Again Advisory, helping owners, investors, and boards with M&A strategy, capital structure, and go-to-market execution. Mike is a frequent commentator and op-ed author, and serves as an expert advisor to various industry leaders.

 

Past Companies & Roles

  • Travel Again Advisory – Managing Partner (current)
  • GBTA – Executive Director and CEO
  • Cendant – President, Hospitality & Leisure Group (Travelport, Orbitz, Lodging, TRUST)
  • PhoCusWright – COO
  • Rosenbluth Travel – Vice President, Supplier Relations

Select Accomplishments

  • Led advisory on a successful business sale at an attractive multiple (confidential)
  • Guided a multi-year airline loyalty program relaunch during COVID, from concept to launch
  • Published thought leadership in trade outlets; launched the successful Travel Again Podcast, The Exit Row newsletter, and the #TravelAgainDaily series
  • Formed Travel Again Advisory’s Board of Advisors with industry leaders

Industry & Market Focus

  • Travel sectors: Airlines, Hotels, OTAs, GDS/TMCs, Payment and Loyalty
  • Markets: Global
  • Specialties: M&A, Distribution/NDC, Loyalty, Revenue & Customer Strategy, Capital Structure

Signature Strengths

  • M&A strategy, capital structure & board advisory
  • Airline/hotel distribution, NDC & OTA/GDS dynamics
  • Loyalty economics and partnerships
  • Policy, advocacy & executive communications

Personal Note

Father of seven children and active mentor; passionate about helping founders and boards navigate inflection points.