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Names in the News 8-6-25

Appointments and promotions at Norse Atlantic, Air New Zealand,  Alaska Air Group and Envoyage Norse Atlantic announced that Kristin Berthelsen has been named deputy……

A graphic illustration featuring a large pink map pin icon on a faded map background, symbolizing location. Adjacent to the pin are three colorful, stacked blocks with the word “LOCATION” written in bold uppercase letters. Each block is in a different color gradient: turquoise, magenta, and purple. The design emphasizes the phrase "Location, Location, Location.

Location, Location, Location 8-6-25

Openings in London; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Gulf Shores, Ala.; and Scottsdale, Ariz. London — Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell has opened a short distance from……

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Amex GBT Reports May-June Turnaround After April ‘Macro Uncertainty’

Executives on earnings call see ‘green shoots’ of improvement American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) saw a 2% year-over-year decline in total transactions……

CTM Names Rebecca Welsch as Global Head of Growth Marketing

Appointment is part of plan to expand TMC’s presence in international markets CTM has named Rebecca Welsch as global head of growth marketing in……

IAG Reports Decline in Second Quarter Corporate Volume and Revenue

Executives on earnings call note volatility following tariff announcements International Airlines Group’s corporate volume decreased almost 8% in the second quarter compared with the……

Half of Hotel Loyalty Members Say Plans Don’t Deliver Promised Value, Says Report

Research from Accenture shows 43% are active gen AI users Half the hotel loyalty program members in a survey said the plans are no……

Air Travel Demand Growth Slowed in June, Says IATA

Softness is attributed to disruptions around military conflict in Middle East Air travel demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% in……

More Than 90% of Business Leaders See Steady or Increased Travel in Next Year

Amex Trendex identifies rising international destinations for first time More than nine in ten senior business leaders expect business travel to stay steady or……

Extended Stay America Launches Business Travel Program

Client Connect brings together services for target market Extended Stay America (ESA) announced the launch of Client Connect, which the company calls the first……

Expedia TAAP Launches Platform Enhancements

Additions include more payment flexibility Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP) announced the launch of several new platform enhancements designed to help travel advisors……

Southwest To Begin Offering Seat Selection on July 29

New option is valid for flights beginning next Jan. 27 Southwest Airlines will begin offering seat selection on July 29 for flights beginning on……

A vibrant collage of professional and business-themed images arranged in a grid, featuring individuals in various work and networking scenarios. Overlaid in the center is a bold red banner with the white uppercase text "NAMES IN THE NEWS." The layout highlights the theme of recognition and professional updates.

Name in the News 7-23-25

Appointment at Accor Plus Accor Plus, Accor’s loyalty program, announced the appointment of Emilie Couton as CEO. She steps into the role with more……