Darryl Walker
About Darryl Walker
Darryl Walker serves as the Group Director of Distribution and Partner Network at edyn, where he manages a global network of over 80,000 partner apartments. He has extensive experience in eCommerce and distribution across various hospitality brands, including Locke and SACO.
Current Role at Edyn
Darryl Walker serves as the Group Director of Distribution and Partner Network at Edyn, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is part of the senior management team and focuses on managing both B2B and B2C online distribution channels. He oversees a global partner apartment network that includes more than 80,000 apartments worldwide. His responsibilities include managing distribution channels for multiple brands, enhancing the company's reach and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Hospitality and Technology
Darryl Walker has extensive experience in the hospitality and technology sectors. He worked at SACO The Serviced Apartment Company as Head of eCommerce and Distribution from 2015 to 2019, where he managed online sales strategies. Prior to that, he held the position of Head of Technology Projects at SACO from 2014 to 2016. His career also includes roles such as Head of eCommerce at Go Native from 2012 to 2014 and eCommerce Manager at Think Apartments from 2008 to 2012.
Education and Qualifications
Darryl Walker studied at Lancaster University, where he earned a BA with honors in Organisational Management from 2001 to 2004. He also completed his secondary education at Helena Romanes, achieving GCSEs and A-levels from 1994 to 2001. His educational background provides a foundation for his roles in management and technology within the hospitality industry.
Advisory Roles and Committee Memberships
In addition to his primary roles, Darryl Walker has participated in advisory capacities within the industry. He was a member of the Advisory Board at Travel Technology Europe from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Steering Committee Member at Hotel Analyst from 2018 to 2019. These positions reflect his engagement with industry developments and trends.
Career Progression and Impact
Darryl Walker's career spans various roles that highlight his expertise in eCommerce and distribution within the hospitality sector. His work at Oceanico Resorts & Leisure as Research, Reporting and EU Funding Manager from 2004 to 2006 laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions. His experience has contributed to the strategic management of distribution channels across several brands, enhancing operational performance in the hospitality industry.