NDC Reality Check: Lessons Learned from an Airline Distribution Expert
Recorded on 26th September at 2pm CET
New Distribution Capability (NDC) emerged as a pivotal technology, promising to revolutionize how airlines manage and distribute their content. However, as NDC matures, critical questions arise about its actual impact and value. Is NDC merely a buzzword or a true game-changer for the air travel industry?
This webinar, NDC Reality Check: Lessons Learned from an Airline Distribution Expert, aims to unravel the complexities and practical implications of NDC, with insights from industry veterans Kris Glabinski, VP of Strategy at FareTrack, and Iván Ordás Villamandos, Managing Consultant at Reliavel Partners.
VP Strategy FareTrack
Kris is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the travel industry, particularly in the field of revenue management. As the VP Product and Strategy at Aggregate Intelligence, Kris excels at devising business-driven strategies that leverage big data, analytics, and visualisation to enhance product development. With a background of working for global companies and 15 years as an entrepreneur in the travel tech sector, Kris is a thought leader in his field, having written numerous specialist articles and presenting at conferences.
Managing Consultant, Reliavel Partners
Ivan brings over 16 years of professional experience, with 12 years in the airline industry, where he has led the development and transformation of Sales, Distribution, and Pricing functions. He started his aviation career at Vueling Airlines, serving in various roles within the Commercial organization, including a notable four-year tenure as Head of Distribution. Over the past four years, Ivan has transitioned to consulting, assisting other low-cost carriers such as Blue Air and Aeroitalia in shaping their distribution strategies. Currently, he advises Frontier Airlines on enhancing its positioning in third-party distribution channels while navigating the transition to NDC. He also supports AeroHub, a flight content aggregator from Asia, in expanding its services across Europe.