Articles tagged “interviews”

Airlines

Can Etihad Double in Size by 2030? Commercial Chief Arik De Exclusive Interview

Etihad’s fresh management team is seeking to avoid the mistakes of the past and deliver blockbuster growth. Speaking exclusively to Skift, Arik De tells us why this time is different.

Gordon Smith | 2 months ago

Can Etihad Double in Size by 2030? Commercial Chief Arik De Exclusive Interview

Airlines

Flyr Just Raised $295 Million: CEO Alex Mans Tells Us What’s Next

Flyr CEO Alex Mans isn't afraid to call out the old guard as he harnesses AI to shake-up the antiquated world of airline technology.

Gordon Smith | 3 months ago

Flyr Just Raised $295 Million: CEO Alex Mans Tells Us What’s Next

Airlines

Emirates Skywards Chief Shares Six Airline Loyalty Lessons

In a break from the strategy of many U.S. airlines, Emirates’ Skywards program is being used to boost loyalty for the airline without a heavy financial focus.

Ajay Awtaney and Gordon Smith, Skift | 4 months ago

Emirates Skywards Chief Shares Six Airline Loyalty Lessons

Tourism

Full Video: Disney Parks Chairman at Skift Global Forum 2022

It's extremely rare for a company to make it to 100 years old, especially in this era of global competition. Watch Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro discuss how the company will continue to thrive and push boundaries around storytelling and experiences.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 years ago

Full Video: Disney Parks Chairman at Skift Global Forum 2022
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Online Travel

Travel Leaders Recount Their Most Memorable Purchases Abroad In This New Skift Interview Series

We asked industry leaders to reflect on the positive impacts of spending locally through their most memorable purchases while traveling.

Visa + Skift | 5 years ago

Travel Leaders Recount Their Most Memorable Purchases Abroad In This New Skift Interview Series
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Business Travel

How a Corporate Travel Manager Thinks About Business Travel Today

The responsibilities of today’s corporate travel managers have become increasingly complex as new technology developments, global uncertainty, higher travel costs, and a growing focus on traveler satisfaction influence how employees travel.

Egencia + Skift | 7 years ago

How a Corporate Travel Manager Thinks About Business Travel Today

Startups

General Catalyst’s Joel Cutler on the State of Startup Innovation in Travel

Discover what type of travel startups attract venture capital funding, see where the smart money is going, and understand some of the common mistakes that startups make as they seek funding and strive to build their new businesses.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 10 years ago

General Catalyst’s Joel Cutler on the State of Startup Innovation in Travel

Hotels

Interview: Omni Hotels CIO on the Evolution of the Guest Experience

Technology is not only becoming one of the defining aspects of the hotel experience, it must increasingly blend with hotels' marketing and design strategies to create a uniform brand experience.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 10 years ago

Interview: Omni Hotels CIO on the Evolution of the Guest Experience

Cruises

Interview: Viking’s Culinary Director on Connecting Cuisine and Culture on a River

Striking a balance between introducing new regional dishes and still pleasing customers is a challenge that Viking has so far achieved, but going one step further to make sure the meals are as healthy and locally sourced as possible is one it is still working on.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago

Interview: Viking’s Culinary Director on Connecting Cuisine and Culture on a River

Hotels

Interview: Accor’s CMO on What Hotels Need to Learn From McDonald’s

In today's global world, it's not enough to simply transplant a brand concept in a new country and call it expansion. Brands need to find the balance between maintaining their core principles and adopting to local expectations that resonate with their targeted customers.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago

Interview: Accor’s CMO on What Hotels Need to Learn From McDonald’s