Andrew Jordan named chief product & technology officer at Travelport

Travelport has announced the appointment of Andrew Jordan as chief product and technology officer (CPTO).

“Andrew’s deep expertise in running large-scale technology platforms and laser-focus on innovation will be instrumental as we continue to simplify the complexities of the travel industry,” said Greg Webb, CEO of Travelport, in a press release. “His appointment reinforces our commitment to delivering game-changing, customer-centric solutions that empower our partners and redefine what’s possible in travel technology.”

Jordan brings to Travelport more than 25 years of experience in digital transformation and large-scale technology platform leadership.

He most recently served as chief technology officer at Element Materials Technology, where he was responsible for driving the company’s technology, innovation, and cyber strategies.

Previously, he was chief product and technology officer at Carlson Wagonlit Travel, where he led the transformation of the $27 billion travel management company into a modern, digital-first platform business.

Jordan’s career also includes senior technology leadership roles at NEP Group, NBCUniversal, and Thomson Reuters.

In addition, he was a co-founder and CTO of Beyond Analysis, a software solutions and data science business, and CIO of dunnhumby, the former data science division of Tesco.

His expertise spans private equity-backed and publicly listed companies, as well as small and large-scale operations, making him uniquely positioned to lead Travelport’s technology strategy into its next chapter.

His experience is expected to drive Travelport’s mission to simplify travel retailing while delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of suppliers, agencies, and travellers.

"Travelport’s mission to simplify the travel industry through innovative technology aligns perfectly with my passion for driving digital transformation and creating scalable solutions that deliver tangible value,” said Jordan in a statement. “I look forward to partnering with the company’s exceptional team to empower Travelport customers and elevate the experience overall.”

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