Pam Temmel
About Pam Temmel
Pam Temmel is the Senior Director of Finance at Expedia Group, leading a team in the Central FP&A function for the Product & Technology division. She has a strong background in finance and accounting, with extensive experience at Expedia Group and Ernst & Young.
Title and Role
Pam Temmel is currently serving as the Senior Director of Finance at Expedia Group. She has held this position since 2023, based in Seattle, Washington, United States. In this role, she leads a team of 20 in the Central FP&A function for Expedia's Product & Technology division, focusing on providing financial insights and central reporting.
Career at Expedia Group
Pam Temmel has had a long and diverse career at Expedia Group, holding various key positions since 2008. Prior to her current role, she served as Global Finance Director from 2021 to 2023 and as the Director of Business Intelligence from 2017 to 2021. She was also the Finance Director from 2016 to 2017, Sr. Finance Manager from 2014 to 2016, and Finance Manager from 2011 to 2014. Earlier roles include Senior Financial Analyst (2009-2011) and Senior Accountant in Revenue Accounting (2008-2009).
Prior Experience
Before joining Expedia Group, Pam Temmel worked at Ernst & Young as a Senior Auditor from 2006 to 2008. This role involved auditing and providing financial services for various clients, laying the foundation for her extensive experience in financial management and accounting.
Educational Background
Pam Temmel has a strong academic background in accounting. She earned her Master’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Washington in 2005, following a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from the same institution, completed in 2004. Additionally, she obtained a Product Management Certification from General Assembly.
Skills and Expertise
Pam Temmel is known for her strong skills in cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving in a global, matrixed organization. She has effectively implemented forecasting automation using machine learning techniques and plays a crucial role in overseeing Expedia's divisional forecasting process. Her ability to drive operational effectiveness and efficiencies through strategic thinking and change management is well recognized.