August 9th, 2024, 10:00 am PT / Category: Interviews
In this dojo.live episode, hospitality experts Todd Arthur, Marvel Puri, and Shridhar Padmanabhan help organizations adapt for the future with the latest solutions, actionable advice, and inspirational stories from GBTA 2024, discussing:
- The most exciting technologies and trends seen at GBTA 2024, including NDC, sustainability, and wellness and traveler care.
- Their predictions for the future of business travel.
- Strategies for getting the most out of industry events and networking.
Todd Arthur
Senior Vice President, North America Agency, Americas Delivery and Global Corporate Solutions @ Sabre [LinkedIn]
His responsibilities include leading Sabre’s agency business in North America, Delivery for the Americas, and Corporate Solutions business globally. Todd is committed to expanding Sabre’s position in the North America Agency business while also promoting growth in the company’s corporate solutions business through the GetThere portfolio.
Prior to this position, Todd held global accounts responsibilities and led the agency business across the Asia Pacific region. With two decades of experience in the corporate travel industry, Todd has held senior management and business development roles in Asia Pacific and North America for companies such as BCD Travel, Finnair, and Malaysia Airlines. Before joining Sabre, based in Dallas, Todd has visited more than 120 countries and is passionate about exploring the world and meeting new people.
Marvel Puri
Co-Founder & CRO @ Vervotech [LinkedIn]
Marvel Puri is a passionate Travel and Hospitality executive with a tech heartbeat and entrepreneurial spirit. He has a history of navigating a unique intersection of travel, technology, and entrepreneurship.
Marvel co-founded Vervotech, an award-winning technology company specializing in managing hotel and room data, where he has been driving innovation for the past five years and leading the charge in building robust technology products and revenue teams.
He is the proud father of two boys and tries to infuse a touch of Indian heritage into every endeavor. He firmly believes in the school of thought that grit and building meaningful connections with people are the most essential ingredients for success.
Shridhar Padmanabhan
SME in Travel @ Encora Inc. [LinkedIn]
Shridhar is known for his empathetic approach and close partnerships with clients and stakeholders, effectively solving complex problems at scale. His strong background in sales and business development within the Travel & Hospitality sector enables him to drive innovation and achieve strategic outcomes. This extensive experience also makes him an excellent co-host, capable of asking solid questions and fostering engaging discussions.
