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Tune in to learn how Expedia Group is unlocking a new year of growth, expansion, and loyalty for you and your travelers.
What’s in this episode
Travel demands resilience and leadership in the travel industry requires even more. Ariane Gorin, Chief Executive Officer of Expedia Group, sits down with Elisabeth to share her personal journey, leadership philosophy, and perspectives on the future of travel.
Ariane’s path was sparked by a formative childhood trip that ended with her sleeping in a car on the side of a road in Italy, an experience that inspired a career dedicated to making travel more seamless for others. Drawing on her experience, she discusses her perspective on change management and how maintaining authenticity under pressure is one of the most important things a leader can do.
From navigating a worldwide upheaval in 2020 to finding a passion for innovation, Ariane provides a roadmap for navigating what’s ahead in the industry. Tune in to the full interview for essential leadership advice and insights for any travel lover.
“Be strategic about the bets that you think are going to pay off a couple years down the road. I always think, is my future self going to thank me for having made that decision?”
Meet the experts
Elisabeth Goodridge
Director, Content Editor & Writer
Elisabeth, who worked for decades as an editor and journalist, now leads partner storytelling at Expedia Group as a Director, Content Editor & Writer. Formerly with The New York Times, the Boston Globe, and other news organizations, she brings years of award-winning expertise in travel coverage and audience-first content.
Ariane Gorin
CEO, Expedia Group
Before assuming the Chief Executive Officer role in May 2024, Ariane held executive leadership positions at Expedia Group for over 11 years, most recently serving as President of Expedia for Business. Ariane is a dual French/American national and now resides in Seattle, WA, after living in Europe for 23 years.
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