Marie Hartley

Marie Hartley is an experienced manager in the travel industry, currently leading the Strategic Alliance for the Travel Business at Rakuten since October 2011. With a strong background in B2B inventory distribution, Marie has played a pivotal role in establishing strategic partnerships at Japan’s largest OTA, Rakuten Travel. Previous positions include managing affiliate and partnership initiatives and serving as chief editor for inbound and multi-country travel promotions, where Marie oversaw web design, promotional content, and market analysis. Prior experience includes a managerial role at Aveda, where Marie led a team and managed sales and operations. Marie's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Studies from the University of Washington and an Associate of Arts in Japanese Language and Literature from Shoreline Community College.