Sharon Holt
About Sharon Holt
Sharon Holt serves as the Vice President of the Travelport Technology Team, leading a group of 295 technology professionals dedicated to enhancing air travel technology. With over a decade of experience at Travelport, she has played a significant role in various strategic initiatives and technology consolidations.
Work at Travelport
Sharon Holt serves as the Vice President of the Travelport Technology Team, a position she has held since 2012. In this role, she leads a team of 295 technology professionals dedicated to enhancing air travel-related technologies. Her responsibilities include overseeing strategic initiatives that focus on cost containment, content relevance, and improving search and pricing response times. Holt has played a significant role in various technology consolidations and optimizations, contributing to the company's competitive positioning in the travel technology sector.
Leadership and Strategic Initiatives
In her leadership capacity, Sharon Holt has directed several key initiatives, including the consolidation of z/OS operating systems. She has previously consolidated search and pricing technologies, which strengthened the company's market position. Holt has also been instrumental in the re-platforming and re-engineering of air faring systems to transition to open system technology. These efforts reflect her commitment to advancing technology solutions within the travel industry.
Background in Technology Management
Sharon Holt has extensive experience in technology management, particularly in the travel sector. Her background includes significant contributions to search optimization and bookability improvements for both onboarding and existing customers. She has also played a key role in migrating a data center and applications support from the U.K. to the U.S., showcasing her expertise in managing complex technology transitions.
Career Break Experience
Since 2016, Sharon Holt has been on a career break, which has allowed her to reflect on her professional journey and explore new opportunities. This break follows her long tenure at Travelport, where she has made substantial contributions to the organization over a span of 12 years. Her experience during this period has equipped her with valuable insights into the technology landscape of the travel industry.