Platinum Travel Group has restructured its senior leadership team following the appointment of Phil Gleeson as General Manager – Strategy & Partnerships, marking an evolution for the corporate travel and events management company.
Gleeson joins Platinum Travel Group from his most recent role as Chief Transformation Officer at Connections Group and has a proven track record of tackling complex challenges, delivering innovative solutions and building successful strategies.
Platinum Travel Group CEO Andy Buerckner said: “His deep understanding of the travel industry and reputation as a bold and visionary leader position him perfectly to strengthen the company’s partnerships and advance its ambitious goals.”
“Known as a powerhouse in driving transformation and forging meaningful partnerships, his expertise is unparalleled, making his addition a significant coup for the company.”
This appointment also introduces a fresh senior leadership team to drive Platinum’s next chapter of transformation and growth.
Lauren O’Dowd has stepped into a new role as General Manager – Customer Experience, Laura Lotter is now General Manager – Western Australia and Ryan Potts transitions into the role of Chief Operations Officer.
Platinum Travel Group Managing Director Sarah Szubanski said: “With this young and dynamic leadership team, our focus remains on creating meaningful connections – with our team, clients, and partners – that drive success and innovation across the board.”
Buerckner added: “At Platinum, we refuse to settle for the status quo. We are proactively redefining leadership – our new Senior Leadership team embodies the courage, vision and relentless drive needed to push the boundaries of what corporate travel can achieve.”
Platinum Travel Group celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2024 and also honoured Founder and Executive Chair Carl Buerckner’s 50 years in travel.
Find out more at platinumtravelgroup.com.au
