Javier Larragán González
About Javier Larragán González
Javier Larragán González is a Lodging Partner Associate at Expedia Group, specializing in French language support, with a background in tourism and hospitality management.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Javier Larragán González currently holds the position of Lodging Partner Associate (IM) French Language at Expedia Group. He has been serving in this role since 2019, based in the Paris Area, France. As a part of his responsibilities, he works with lodging partners that communicate primarily in French, ensuring effective collaboration and support.
Previous Experience at Expedia Group
Before transferring to his current role, Javier worked as a Lodging Partner Associate - Spanish Language at Expedia Group from 2018 to 2019. During his time in Prague, he facilitated interactions and support services for Spanish-speaking lodging partners, helping to maintain positive and productive relationships in the corporate ecosystem.
Work Experience in the Hospitality Industry
Javier's career has spanned various roles in the hospitality industry. He served as an intern at InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu in 2017 for five months in the Marseille Area, France. Prior to that, he worked at the Smetana Hotel in Prague as Front Desk Staff and a Night Auditor from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he gained early industry experience with Grupo Hotusa in Prague as an intern in 2015.
Educational Background in Tourism and Management
Javier holds a Master's degree in Commerce, Decision and Management from Aix-Marseille University, completed in 2017. He also participated in an Erasmus Program at Groupe ESC Troyes, where he focused on Luxury Tourism Management & Event Planning from 2013 to 2014. His foundational education in Tourism and Travel Services Management was obtained at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, where he achieved a Bachelor's degree after four years of study.
Early Career in Sales and Marketing
Earlier in his career, Javier worked in sales and marketing roles at The Balloon Company in Madrid. He held seasonal positions as a Sales Marketing Assistant in 2014 for three months and as a Sales Associate in 2013 for seven months. These roles provided him with valuable skills in customer interaction and sales strategies, contributing to his later success in the hospitality and travel industry.