Our Team
Built by people who have run the industry.
Andrew Cefai
Co-founder and CEO
20 years across travel, advertising, and financial services. Built and leads Global Talent Academy Ltd from founding.
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David Powell
Co-founder and Chair
30 years in travel and financial services. Former senior executive at American Express and Thomas Cook.
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Julia Simpson
Senior Industry Advisor
Former President and CEO, World Travel and Tourism Council. Board Director, British Airways and Iberia.
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Peter Lee
Asia Pacific Growth Advisor
Former senior roles at Expedia, Agoda, DAZN Japan, and Merlin Entertainments.
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Mark Palmer
Travel Media and Communications Advisor
Former Travel Editor, Daily Mail. 20 years in travel media and communications.
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Keith Beecham
Destination Marketing Advisor
Former Director of International Operations, VisitBritain.
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