Lee Howard
About Lee Howard
Lee Howard serves as the Vice President of Workplace at Travelport, where he manages a portfolio of nearly 100 premises totaling over 750,000 square feet. With a background in corporate real estate and a focus on workplace transformation, he oversees a team dedicated to enhancing employee safety and optimizing real estate costs.
Current Role at Travelport
Lee Howard currently serves as the Vice President of Workplace at Travelport, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of nearly 100 premises, totaling over 750,000 square feet of leased accommodation. He manages a team of 66 employees and contractors dedicated to global real estate and security. His focus includes transforming workplace quality to align with company culture and supporting innovative work environments.
Previous Experience at Travelport
Before his current role, Lee Howard held multiple positions at Travelport. He served as the Director of Corporate Real Estate for the EMEA region from 2008 to 2010 and as the Senior Director of Corporate Real Estate and Facilities from 2011 to 2015. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in managing corporate real estate and facilities, particularly in the Langley office.
Education and Academic Background
Lee Howard completed his secondary education at Widey High School in Plymouth from 1977 to 1984. He then pursued higher education at Leicester De Montfort University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Law and Land Use & Development from 1984 to 1987. He furthered his studies at the University of East London, achieving a Master's degree in Land Management & Development from 1990 to 1992.
Real Estate and Security Management
In his role at Travelport, Lee Howard implements systems to ensure the safety of employees and their dependents. He provides a 365/24/7 security support network for employees and business travelers in challenging global environments. His initiatives focus on reducing real estate costs while increasing the utilization of existing buildings, demonstrating a commitment to efficient resource management.
Leadership and Team Management
Lee Howard oversees a diverse team responsible for managing Travelport's global real estate and security portfolio. His leadership emphasizes the importance of technology solutions for quick and efficient response times, particularly in ensuring employee safety. His approach aims to foster a collaborative and agile working environment that aligns with the company's strategic goals.