Holger Bartel, Ph.D., has been a member of Travelzoo’s Board since June 1, 2023. Mr. Bartel previously was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Travelzoo from July 2010 to May 2017. Mr. Bartel has been Travelzoo’s Global Chief Executive Officer since January 2016. From September 2015 to December 2015, he was Travelzoo’s Executive Chairman. From October 2011 to October 2013, he was Head of Strategy. Mr. Bartel holds a Ph.D. in Economics and an MBA in finance and accounting from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland. He is the brother of Mr. Ralph Bartel, the founder of Travelzoo. Areas of Mr. Bartel’s relevant experience include deep knowledge of Travelzoo's operations, Internet, strategy, management of growth companies, travel and international management.