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.
