A New Chapter for WTTC as it Unveils its Global Team from Madrid

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced a new chapter for its global leadership and team, bringing together executives and former C-suite leaders, industry experts, and Ministers from across the Travel & Tourism industry to reflect the diversity and international nature of the private and public sector. The leadership team demonstrates WTTC’s evolution to meet the current and future needs of the global private sector, with a broader mix of nationalities and expertise spanning different elements of the sector. WTTC’s expanding team features 21 nationalities across five continents, including British, Spanish, Mexican, Saudi Arabian, Indian, Chinese and Kenyan. A strengthened Global Leadership team WTTC’s new leadership structure combines deep expertise across key strategic priorities: Esteban Velásquez Wilhelm, Executive Vice President, Business Development and Members, leads global commercial strategy, member engagement, and strategic partnerships. With more than 25 years of experience across the global travel, hospitality, and travel technology sectors as former CEO of Karisma Hotels and Price Travel, Esteban brings a strong track record in driving growth and long-term value creation. Hon. Najib Balala, Executive Vice President, Advocacy, Government Affairs and Research, leads WTTC’s global advocacy agenda, government engagement, and policy research. A globally recognised public-sector leader, and former [...] The post A New Chapter for WTTC as it Unveils its Global Team from Madrid first appeared on Luxury Hospitality Magazine.