Bill Hanfrey
About Bill Hanfrey
Bill Hanfrey is a Senior Strategic Accounts Manager at Travelport, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in corporate travel management, having held various leadership roles in notable companies over the past two decades.
Current Role at Travelport
Bill Hanfrey serves as the Senior Strategic Accounts Manager at Travelport, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing strategic relationships with key accounts. He is responsible for providing tailored solutions that align with the needs of prospective clients and partners, ensuring that Travelport meets the evolving demands of the corporate travel industry. Based in London, England, he actively represents Travelport at various industry events and meetings.
Previous Experience in Corporate Travel
Prior to his current role, Bill Hanfrey held several significant positions in the corporate travel sector. He worked as Partnerships Director for Europe at Emburse from 2020 to 2021, and before that, he was with Chrome River Technologies in the same capacity from 2015 to 2021. His career also includes a tenure at GetThere as Senior Sales Director from 2010 to 2015 and at Carlson Wagonlit Travel as Senior Business Development Manager from 2006 to 2010. His extensive experience spans over two decades in various roles within the travel industry.
Educational Background
Bill Hanfrey studied at Fort Luton in Chatham, Kent, from 1982 to 1988. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in the corporate travel sector, where he has developed expertise in business development and strategic account management.
Industry Involvement and Networking
Bill Hanfrey has a strong network within the global corporate travel management sector. He is a long-term member of the Institute of Travel Management (ITM) and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). His involvement includes participating in panels and moderating sessions, which highlights his commitment to the industry and his role in shaping discussions around corporate travel management.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Throughout his career, Bill Hanfrey has held various key roles that have contributed to his expertise in corporate travel. He worked as a Senior Sales Manager at Gray Dawes Group for a brief period in 2021 and previously served as Operations Manager at Carlson Wagonlit Travel from 1993 to 2000. Additionally, he was a Business Development Manager at BCD Travel from 2000 to 2006. His diverse experience across multiple companies and roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the travel industry.