Claudio Francese

Claudio Francese has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Claudio started their career in 1992 as a Marketing Assistant at Merlin Entertainments Group, a global leader in family entertainment. Claudio then worked at CTS Viaggi Srl from 1994 to 2004, serving as Sales & Marketing Manager and later as the Country Manager for the UK. Claudio then joined TicketOne in 2004 as the Head of Business Development. In 2007, they moved to IHG as the Director of Sales & Marketing, where they managed the sales and marketing functions for multiple hotel brands. From 2009 to 2016, Claudio worked at UNITE Group plc as the Head of International Sales & Senior Account Manager UK, where they played a key role in student accommodation services. Most recently, they served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Uniplaces, the world's largest online booking platform for student housing, until at least October 2018.

Claudio Francese completed their education in chronological order, starting with their studies at the Istituto Giusti (Milan) from 1985 to 1990. Here, they earned a HND in Tour Operations. Claudio then pursued further education at the University of West London, where they obtained a BA in Leisure Management from 1991 to 1994.