Advantage Travel Partnership announces new Advisory Board members

Advantage Travel Partnership has announced the expansion of its Global Business Travel (GBT) Advisory Board, welcoming a distinguished group of new industry leaders from across the global business travel ecosystem.

This expansion reflects the growing influence and success of its Advisory Board, launched in 2024, and reinforces Advantage’s commitment to delivering on its future Global Business Travel Strategy. 

The Board’s expansion strengthens Advantage’s ability to provide strategic guidance, industry insight and global perspective, ensuring that the business continues to evolve and deliver value for its members and stakeholders. 

Andrea Caulfield-Smith, Managing Director of Advantage Global Business Travel, said: “Over the past year, The Global Business Travel Advisory Board has played a pivotal role in shaping our strategy and direction. Through a series of focused and highly productive meetings, the Board has informed strategy across key areas including air, technology, global footprint and payment. Collaboration and open dialogue have been central to this success, ensuring that Advantage remains agile, aligned and responsive to the needs of both members, supplier partners and stakeholders.” 

Joining the Global Business Travel Advisory Board, with immediate effect, are: 

Cecile Berehouc – VP of TMC and Consortia, Accor 

With a 360° background in global travel and tourism, Cecile bring deep expertise across hospitality & distribution. She leads strategic partnerships and global sales initiatives at Accor, currently serving as VP of TMC & Consortia. Her career spans leadership roles including Director of Sales at Adagio Aparthotels, driving growth in business travel markets. Passionate about collaboration, Cecile fosters cross-functional alignment to deliver client-centric solutions. Holding dual master’s degrees in marketing and negotiation, she offers a strategic, multicultural approach to stakeholder engagement 

Chris Lewis – Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Travelogix 

Since founding Travelogix in 2011, Chris has led the company with a vision to empower TMCs through real-time data. He oversees the development of Analytix, a platform providing live insights and detailed reporting, and has grown Travelogix to support hundreds of TMCs, including a strong Advantage network partnership. 

David Bulloch – Director, Strategic Accounts, EMEA, Travelport 

David leads Travelport’s strategic accounts across EMEA, partnering with major travel brands to drive growth and navigate change. With 20 years’ experience in travel technology, he brings clarity, strategic insight and collaboration to complex commercial relationships. 

David Flesher – Commercial Director, LNER 

As Commercial Director at LNER, David drives strategies that deliver real growth and customer value. With over two decades in marketing and commercial leadership across multiple industries, he leads LNER’s commercial function across corporate, international, and leisure markets, helping the business reach record revenue and passenger numbers. 

Gary Povey – Chief Operating Officer, Wings Global Travel 

With over 20 years’ experience across the global travel sector, Gary oversees Wings’ growth and global service delivery as COO. Formerly at Reed & Mackay, Expedia and IHG, he brings deep expertise in business development, operations, and digital transformation to enhance Wings’ worldwide offering. 

Gillian Wickers – Head of UK & Ireland Sales, British Airways 

As Head of UK & Ireland Sales at British Airways, Gillian leads UK & Ireland TMC, corporate, and leisure as well as Destination Partnerships and the Caribbean markets. With more than 20 years in airline and travel management, including senior roles at United Airlines and Amex GBT, she brings a deep understanding of the global travel ecosystem and strong supplier partnerships. 

Melissa Watson – Global Operations Director for Travel & Events, Informa 

Global Operations Director for Travel & Events at Informa, Melissa oversees travel for 14,000 colleagues across 27 countries. With 21 years at Informa, she manages partnerships with more than 250 suppliers, ensuring seamless, safe, and efficient travel operations that support the company’s global mission. 

Mike Owens – Director of Sales, Sequel Travel 

Mike leads sales and strategic partnerships across Sequel Travel’s corporate, group, and meetings divisions. Known for collaboration and innovation, he helps shape client strategy and global growth, delivering bespoke, high-value travel management solutions. 

Nick Bettles – Chief Executive Officer, Talma UK 

As CEO of Talma UK, overseeing Talma EMEA and Blue Cube, Nick brings extensive airline and travel leadership experience from Etihad, Cathay Pacific, Virgin Atlantic, and RX Global. He’s passionate about empowering teams and driving innovation to deliver exceptional client value. 

Scott Davies – Chief Executive Officer, ITM 

Scott has more than 25 years’ experience in business travel, spanning airlines, TMCs, and technology. As CEO of ITM since 2017, he champions community collaboration, thought leadership, and professional development, helping business travel professionals thrive. 

Shelley Mathews – Chief Revenue Officer, Take2Eton Group 

Shelley leads Take2Eton’s revenue and commercial strategy as CRO, driving growth and building strong partnerships. With two decades in business travel, including senior roles at CTM and ATPI, she’s known for leading high-performing teams and delivering ambitious revenue results. 

Caulfield-Smith added: “I am delighted to be welcoming this new set of industry leaders to the Board. Each of those joining brings deep expertise, insight, and vision which will further strengthen Advantage’s ability to shape the next phase of its Global Business Travel strategy, one focused on delivering innovation, growth and long-term value and a One Stop Solution for members, supplier partners and stakeholders.” 

Advantage also confirms the continuation of the following distinguished members on its Global Business Travel Advisory Board: 

• Ashley Bowling, Vice President of Commercial Solutions Business Development, Europe, Mastercard 
  
• Craig Burdett, Director of Operations, Media Flights 
  
• Diogo Carvalho, Managing Partner, Travelcare 
  
• Jeanette Harper, Senior Director – International Travel & Partnerships, Avis Budget Group 
  
• Jo Layton, CEO & Founder, Cap Worldwide 
  
• Kim Renouf, Commercial Solutions & Business Development Director, Continental Travel 
  
• Matt Masson, CEO, CT Partners 
  
• Paul Cronje, Managing Director, Clyde Travel Management 
  
• Simon Ferguson, Senior Vice President, Modaxo

The following members have served a year’s term and will be stepping down from the Global Business Travel Advisory Board: 

• Clive Wratten, Chief Executive Officer, The Business Travel Association 
  
• James Beagrie, Managing Director, Meon Valley Travel 
  
• Michael E White Duarte, Vice President of Global Sales & Member Experience, Hickory Global Partners 
  
• Suzanne Horner, Chief Executive Officer, Gray Dawes Travel 
  

“As we welcome our new Global Business Travel Advisory Board members, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed over the past year. Their insight, time and expertise have been instrumental in shaping our progress and success. 

In such a dynamic and fast-evolving industry, staying agile and forward-thinking is essential. This expansion marks an exciting new chapter in our journey toward creating a truly integrated Single Stop Solution and I look forward to working closely with our newly appointed Advisory Board to drive further progress and positive change across our community,” continued Caulfield-Smith. 

The Advisory Board will meet four times a year.