Michael Esquibel
American Express Global Business Travel has appointed
Michael Esquibel as chief technology officer, leading the travel management
company's technology and AI strategies, the company announced. Esquibel has
been with Amex GBT for eight years, most recently as SVP of technology and
platform engineering.
In the role, Esquibel will work to embed AI across the
company, strengthen data infrastructure and develop AI tools for both
operational efficiency at the TMC and the travel experience, Amex GBT said. In
addition, he will oversee client onboarding, technology integration and the
TMC's platforms for sales, servicing and mid- and back-office.
Amex GBT's previous chief information and technology
officer, David Thompson, left
the company in May.
Prior to joining the TMC, Esquibel was VP and chief of staff
for global operations and technology at Western Union, and he also has worked
in corporate finance leadership positions at Fiserv and Verizon Business.