Alex Macoun
About Alex Macoun
Alex Macoun serves as the Chief of Strategic Operations at SiteMinder in Sydney, Australia. He has an extensive background in consulting and management, with previous roles at The Boston Consulting Group and Quantium, and holds degrees from Duke University School of Law, Harvard Business School, and the University of Sydney.
Current Role at SiteMinder
Alex Macoun serves as the Chief of Strategic Operations at SiteMinder, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, he oversees strategic initiatives that drive the company's operational efficiency and growth. His role involves collaborating with various departments to align strategic goals with operational capabilities, ensuring that SiteMinder remains competitive in the hospitality technology sector.
Professional Background
Prior to joining SiteMinder, Alex Macoun accumulated extensive experience in consulting and executive roles. He worked at The Boston Consulting Group for eight years, where he held positions as Principal and Senior Associate. His career also includes roles at Quantium as Group Executive in both Media and Product, and a consultancy position at FOXTEL Management Pty Ltd. His early experience includes a role as a Global Summer Associate at Baker & McKenzie.
Education and Expertise
Alex Macoun holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws with Honors from the University of Sydney, completed between 1997 and 2001. He furthered his education with an MBA from Harvard Business School, which he attended from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he studied at Duke University School of Law as an exchange student in 2001 for 11 months, enhancing his legal and strategic knowledge.
Industry Participation
Alex Macoun has actively participated in industry discussions, including a session focused on optimizing data for better decision-making. This session was led by STR Managing Director Robin Rossmann, highlighting his engagement with current trends in data analytics and operational strategy within the hospitality sector.