Timo E. Kettern

Timo E. Kettern holds significant leadership roles in the hospitality technology sector, currently serving as the Director of Technical Field Services Openings for EMEA at Hilton since July 2022. Timo has been a Deputy Chair of the HITEC Europe Advisory Council for Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) since July 2016 and contributed as a member of the EMEA Technology Committee for the IHG Owners Association earlier in 2022. With previous experience as a founding member of the Europe Franchise Technology Advisory Council at Marriott International and various IT Director positions across reputable hotel management companies, Timo has a comprehensive background in technology strategy and application within the hospitality industry. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from Hotelfachschule Bernkastel-Kues and additional studies at Hasso Plattner Institute, among others.