Glenn Fogel
Glenn Fogel serves as the CEO of Booking.com and has been the President and CEO of Booking Holdings, the parent company, since January 2017. He joined Booking Holdings in February 2000 and has been instrumental in the company's growth and strategic direction, including leading major acquisitions like Booking.com, KAYAK, and OpenTable. Under his leadership, Booking Holdings has achieved record-setting financial results and expanded its global influence.
Career Milestones
- Glenn Fogel joined Booking Holdings in February 2000 and became CEO and President in January 2017, and CEO of Booking.com in June 2019.
- As Head of Worldwide Strategy and Planning, he orchestrated key acquisitions including Booking.com, KAYAK, OpenTable, RentalCars.com, and Agoda.com, transforming the company into a global leader.
- Under his leadership, Booking Holdings achieved record-breaking financial results, reporting $21 billion in revenue in 2023.
- Fogel was recognized as a 2024 CEO of the Year in Fortune Magazine and will receive the Yale Legend in Leadership Award in March 2025.
- In 2023, he was the highest-paid travel CEO, with a total package of $46.7 million.
- His vision for a "Connected Trip" aims to create a seamless, integrated travel experience.
About Booking.com
Founded in 1996, Booking.com is a leading online travel agency in the travel and tourism industry. They help travelers find and book accommodations, flights, and activities, targeting anyone with travel intent. Core features include a vast selection of properties, competitive pricing, and 24/7 customer support. Benefits include convenience, diverse choices, and loyalty programs like Genius for discounts.