As Director of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation at American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), Michael is focused on key strategic partnerships and acquisitions both inside and outside of the travel vertical. He looks for opportunities that can increase client engagement, drive potential revenue, and provide differentiated customer experiences. Michael has worked a number of deals throughout his 6-year tenure with Amex GBT, including the recent acquisitions of Ovation Travel and 30 Seconds to Fly , and partnerships, including Lola.com, IATA, and Hubli. Prior to Amex GBT, Michael worked as vice president for the largest online commercial real estate sales company in the United States.