Glenn Watson

Glenn Watson has over 20 years of work experience in the travel and IT industry. Glenn is currently employed as a Project Manager Lead at Flight Centre Travel Group New Zealand, where they are leading the digital transformation project and developing a project governance framework for the NZ region. Prior to this, they worked as a Project Manager at the same company, accountable for delivering projects across multiple business areas.

Before joining Flight Centre, Glenn served as the Head of IT at Midas Travel Management, where they held responsibility for the IT department. Glenn also worked as the Director of 5M Coffee Company, overseeing the company's operations.

Glenn has had significant experience in the travel industry, having held positions like Business Solutions Manager at The Advantage Travel Partnership, where they managed technology solutions and chaired the Focus Tech Panel. Glenn also worked at Hillgate Travel as Projects and Business Process Manager, overseeing various projects and managing ISO accreditations.

Earlier in their career, Glenn held positions at Expotel, lastminute.com, GO Corporate Travel, Travel Online, and Go International Travel, gaining experience in account management, travel consultancy, and sales.

Overall, Glenn Watson has a diverse range of experience in project management, IT, and the travel industry, with a successful track record of leading transformational projects and managing teams.

Glenn Watson obtained a National Diploma in Travel from the Manukau Institute of Technology | Te Pūkenga in 1996. Prior to that, they studied Accounting and Computer Science at Wesley College (NZ) from 1989 to 1992. Glenn also received training in ISOQAR Auditor Training. Additionally, they have earned several certifications, including Certified SAFe® 6 Agilist, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Prince2 Foundation, Prince2 Practitioner, ISO 14001 Internal Auditor, and ISO 27001 Internal Auditor. The years when Glenn obtained these certifications are not specified.