Thomas Syversen Hjellestad
About Thomas Syversen Hjellestad
Thomas Syversen Hjellestad is the Area Manager for Finland and Norway at Expedia, Inc., and serves as Chairman of the Board at Live Lofoten AS.
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Thomas Syversen Hjellestad currently holds the position of Area Manager Finland and Norway at Expedia, Inc. He is also serving as Chairman of the Board at Live Lofoten As.
Professional Experience at Expedia, Inc.
Thomas Syversen Hjellestad transitioned from hospitality management to a strategic role in the travel industry with Expedia in 2017. He occupies the role of Area Manager for Finland and Norway. This role is based in Seattle, Washington, United States. His responsibilities involve contributing to the company's growth in the Nordic market and acquiring new skills in a dynamic and target-driven environment.
Career at Live Lofoten As
Since 2017, Thomas Syversen Hjellestad has been serving as the Chairman of the Board at Live Lofoten As. His leadership role at Live Lofoten As focuses on high-level organizational oversight and strategic planning.
Previous Roles in Hospitality Management
Before his current roles, Thomas gained extensive experience in the hospitality industry. He worked as a General Manager at various hotels including First Hotels, Thon Hotels, and Myhregaarden Hotel. He was also a Food and Beverage Manager and Project Manager at various institutions such as Quality Hotel Residence and Norasondegruppen As. His career in this field showcases a strong background in hotel management and operations.
Academic Background
Thomas Syversen Hjellestad holds a Master of Business Administration from Handelshøgskolen i Bodø, completed between 2015 and 2017. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from the University of Stavanger, attended from 2003 to 2005.