In this episode, we dive into an insightful conversation with Glenn Fogel, the CEO of Booking Holdings, a travel powerhouse valued at over $170 billion, which includes well-known brands like Booking.com, Priceline, Kayak, and OpenTable. Fogel shares his thoughts on the company’s impressive growth, how it has weathered crises from 9/11 to the pandemic, and their strategic acquisitions, particularly the significant buyout of Booking.com. He also discusses the groundbreaking role of AI in transforming customer experiences and streamlining internal operations in the travel sector. Throughout the discussion, Fogel underscores our natural inclination to travel, the pivotal role of strong teams in mergers and acquisitions, and the necessity for “smart regulations” as technology continues to evolve rapidly.
