Katja M.
About Katja M.
Katja M. is the Director of Strategic Accounts at Expedia Group, with extensive experience in strategic sales, business development, and managing remote teams across various regions and disciplines.
Title: Director, Strategic Accounts
Katja M. is currently the Director of Strategic Accounts at Expedia Group. Since 2019, she has held this position, originally based in the San Francisco Bay Area and now working remotely from Florida. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives and manages key client relationships to drive business success. Her responsibilities include overseeing major accounts and optimizing financial returns through strategic sales and business development.
Previous Roles at Expedia Group
Katja M. has held several important roles at Expedia Group. Before becoming Director of Strategic Accounts, she served as the Sr Manager, Supply Strategy and Operations from 2018 to 2019 in San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to this, she was Sr Business Development Manager (Expedia Partner Solutions) from 2016 to 2018 in London, UK. She also worked as Regional Manager US West/Gaming (Hotwire) from 2015 to 2016 in San Francisco Bay Area and as Hotel Account Manager EMEA (Hotwire) from 2012 to 2015 in London, UK. These roles involved managing diverse teams and coordinating with connectivity and distribution suppliers.
Education and Expertise
Katja M. has a strong educational background that complements her professional experience. She earned her PhD in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Anglia Ruskin University between 2011 and 2016. Additionally, she holds a Master of International Business from Hult International Business School, obtained in 2011, and a BA in International Business & Marketing from SKEMA Business School, achieved in 2009. She also earned a BA in Marketing from the University of East London in 2010. Her education has equipped her with comprehensive knowledge in consulting, finance, marketing, and international business.
Multilingual and Cross-Cultural Expertise
Katja M. is fluent in English, French, and German, which enhances her ability to work effectively in diverse cultural environments. This multilingual proficiency aids in managing international partnerships and client communications. Her ability to speak multiple languages is a valuable asset in her roles that often require cross-cultural negotiation and collaboration.
Experience in Business Development and Client Acquisition
Katja M. has substantial experience in business development and client acquisition. She specializes in maximizing financial returns through strategic sales and adeptly handles complex contract negotiations. Her experience spans various industries, including technology operations, data architecture, and recruitment. At Expedia Group, she has led strategic initiatives in collaboration with Hotwire and connectivity and distribution suppliers, showcasing her capability in driving business growth.
Career at Siemens Healthineers
Before her extensive career at Expedia Group, Katja M. worked at Siemens Healthineers from 2007 to 2010. In her role in Process Quality, she contributed to enhancing operational quality and efficiency. This early experience provided valuable insights into process management and quality assurance, laying a solid foundation for her future roles in strategic management and business development.