The Business Travel Association (BTA) has strengthened its Executive Board with the appointment of Nikki Regan as its newest Director.
Nikki is a member of the UK Executive Leadership Team at ATPI, and has 15 years of senior leadership experience within the business travel sector. Her impressive career spans leadership positions at HRG, Amex GBT – where she served as Director of Traveller Care – and Gray Dawes Group, where she held the role of interim Managing Director for a short time.
With extensive expertise in leadership, operations, and relationship management, Nikki has consistently built and led high-performing teams. She brings this wealth of experience to the BTA Board as it continues its mission to unite and support TMCs in driving best practice and success across the industry.
Douglas O’Neill, Chair of the BTA Board, commented:
“We welcome Nikki at such a pivotal time of change in the business travel industry. Demand for business travel is on the rise, but the system supporting it faces ongoing challenges around reliability, connectivity, and sustainability. Nikki’s experience and her commitment to championing travellers and the TMC community will be invaluable as we work to navigate these challenges.”
Nikki Regan, Director of Commercial Strategy at Direct ATPI, added:
“The business travel industry is one I have always been passionate about, and I truly look forward to helping it progress further at a time of real transformation. I’m excited to play a part in shaping the future of the industry, helping TMCs achieve their best and ultimately improve the experience for those who travel for work.”
About the BTA
The Business Travel Association is the authority on business travel, working collaboratively across the industry and with government to promote the integral role of business travel and events in the wider economy. Founded in 1967, the BTA represents a diverse membership and industry partners. Its TMC members account for over 90% of UK expenditure on managed business travel, delivering value and service to travellers across private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. The BTA focuses on practical solutions to market challenges, supporting best practice, sustainability, and traveller well-being.
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