James Allen
About James Allen
James Allen serves as the VP of Commercial FP&A and Corporate Development at Travelport, where he has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in the travel and telecommunications industries, he has held various finance roles and possesses strong expertise in managing performance and product development.
Current Role at Travelport
James Allen currently serves as the VP Commercial FP&A and Corporate Development at Travelport, a position he has held since 2021. He has been with Travelport since 2018, initially working as VP Travel Partners & CMO until 2022. His role involves overseeing financial planning and analysis, as well as corporate development initiatives. Allen's experience in this position is complemented by his previous roles within the company, including Head of Finance for Hotel, Car & Advertising, and Finance Manager.
Previous Experience in the Industry
Before his current role, James Allen accumulated significant experience in various financial positions. He worked at Hutchison 3G as a Revenue Analyst and Business Partner from 2009 to 2010. He also served as European Headquarters Accountant at CSC from 2004 to 2009. His tenure at Travelport includes five years as Head of Finance for Hotel, Car & Advertising, where he managed financial operations across multiple sectors.
Education and Expertise
James Allen studied Economics at the University of Southampton from 2000 to 2004, achieving a 2:1 degree. He also attended Millfield School. His educational background supports his expertise in managing divisional performance and product development spend. Allen has demonstrated capabilities in complex negotiations and has a strong interest in fast-moving industries, including FMCG, healthcare, technology, telecoms, and finance.
Industry Knowledge and Skills
James Allen possesses in-depth knowledge of various industries, including travel retail, airline, hotel and car distribution, advertising, and telecoms. He is experienced in leading and developing high-performing multicultural and multi-geographical teams. His skills include financial planning, analysis, and corporate development, which are critical in his current role at Travelport.