JLNPR

JLNPR Inc. is a full-service public relations and marketing agency that lives and breathes all facets of the travel technology industry. From online travel agencies to revenue management systems, tablet-based aviation automation solutions to IFE technology, hotels to airlines and everything in between, JLNPR uses our knowledge and experience to get your B2B travel technology company noticed by media, influencers and potential customers – and whenever possible, without the overused, often abused press release. We also ghost-write exciting, educational articles that are published (in our client’s name) by top hotel industry media outlets, which will boost your company’s visibility with potential customers, improve potential customers’ brand awareness and increase sales. Learn more at www.jlnpr.com.

President

Jurrnee

Jurrnee (pronounced “journey”) is a full-service event marketing company, which leverages the power of B2B events to help travel technology companies increase visibility to, and credibility with, potential hotel clients and capture new sales leads. Jurnee can plan, market and manage all aspects of your company’s next event, without requiring significant time investment from your internal marketing team; alternatively, if you want your team to develop the event internally, but are looking for an added boost in visibility, Jurrnee can help!

Co-Founder

jennnagy.com

I contribute articles about public relations, social media and other marketing topics for The Huffington Post Small Business section, ehotelier, Hotel Business Review, among others.

I also contribute regular articles to The Huffington Post Divorce section and Notable.ca about marriage, divorce and relationships, which are based upon my personal romantic (and sometimes, not-so-romantic) experiences.

Freelance Writer

Lybra | Revenue Assistant RMS

Lybra, an Italian SaaS company, has developed the industry-leading Revenue Assistant, a highly advanced, real-time, machine learning, demand-centric revenue management system (RMS) for the global hospitality industry. Unlike other RMS, Lybra's Revenue Assitant prioritizes market and competitor data (over historical data) in rate calculations, enabling the solution to provide the most accurate price suggestions possible during the unprecedented market conditions, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more at www.lybra.tech.

Manager of Marketing & Communications

Travel Tech

Today, and post-COVID, technology will transform the travel & hospitality industries. Travel Tech's mission is to empower hospitality technology experts to teach hoteliers how to leverage technology to boost their property’s bookings & revenue. In 2021, Travel Tech will, once again, bring together hotels, OTAs and hospitality technology companies for five global events, in multiple languages, to teach hoteliers about the benefits of operational technology and offer actionable insights on how to leverage recent innovations to speed up travel recovery worldwide, no matter how the ongoing pandemic affects demand. Find out more at www.traveltech.space.

Chief Marketing Officer

ThinkInk Communications

Results: Responsible for signing new client accounts valued at more than $794,000 USD; positioned myself as an expert in the travel/hospitality industry in an effort to increase business development opportunities; secured editorial placements for clients in high-profile North American and international consumer and business publications, including MSNBC.com, Forbes UK, AOL Small Business, Fortune Small Business, Wall Street Journal and various high-profile trade publications

Visibility Development Manager/Partner & Visibility Specialist

Willow Breast Cancer Support Canada

Results: Increased organization’s profile drastically nationwide through targeted PR & marketing campaigns; instrumental in implementation of new programs and services offered by organization to support women and families affected by breast cancer

Manager, Marketing and Communications

Various Companies

Results: Instrumental in increasing clients’ profiles within regional and national North American lifestyle publications through high-profile media placements, as well as attendance at Mercedes Benz Swim Week in Miami Beach and other fashion/lifestyle events

Lifestyle, Fashion & Beauty Account Executive

Public Relations Intern

Jennifer Nagy is a B2B marketing, thought leadership and public relations pro with a passion for hospitality technology and 16+ years of experience working with global tech vendors. From OTAs to RMS, CRS to PMS, BI to reputation management solutions, and everything in between, Jennifer has used her hotel industry knowledge and experience to boost her clients' visibility to and credibility with potential hotel clients, media and industry influencers. 

Through her extensive industry experience, Jennifer has developed strong relationships with industry media and experts and a sophisticated understanding of the technology and processes used in hotels' operations. Jennifer leverages this experience and insight to help her clients become credible subject matter experts in the global hotel industry and build relationships with potential clients, which translates to more sales leads and a shorter sales cycle, over time. 

Current and former JLNPR clients include: 
✅ Zucchetti North America/Vertical Booking USA
✅ Yipy
✅ RoomPriceGenie
✅ SiteMinder
✅ HotelIQ
✅ ReviewPro
✅ Lybra.Tech
✅ LodgIQ
✅ Loylogic
✅ Among many others.

In addition to her client work, Jennifer writes for high-profile hospitality trade publications – including ehotelier, Hotel Business Review, among others – teaching hotel tech vendors how to improve their marketing efforts to maximize lead generation and sales conversions.

To find out how Jennifer can help boost your visibility to and credibility with potential hotel clients, please email her at jenn@jlnpr.com or book a call directly into her calendar at the link in her profile.

Jennifer Nagy

ExploreTECH

ExploreTECH revolutionizes hospitality technology procurement in the Middle East and Africa. Our B2B marketplace simplifies sourcing, saving buyers time and money while empowering informed tech decisions. Built by industry experts, our AI-powered platform addresses the complexities of traditional procurement, delivering a seamless and efficient user experience.

Co-Founder & COO

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT)

Advisory Council Member

Insight Out Consultancy

Senior Consultant

Marriott International

Working at regional headquarters in partnership with the Connectivity, Infrastructure + Content and GDS, Channel Operations and Support teams. Providing guidance for specific continent needs on how to build infrastructure, capabilities, and processes to execute evolving distribution strategies in the complex B2B and B2C intermediary segments, including but not limited to, TMCs, Group, OTA’s, Metasearch and Wholesale. Responsible for managing implementation and execution of partner interfaces, enhancements, distribution initiatives, and escalation/resolution processes to ensure business objectives and operational service levels are met.

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,200 properties in 30 leading hotel brands spanning 131 countries and territories. 

Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott.

Director of Connectivity Middle East & Africa

DerbySoft

Responsible for business development for all connectivity products of DerbySoft in EMEA territory. Frequent interaction with CEO, CTO, CIO level of travel distribution enterprises. Includes researching industry trends and new startups in travel industry, attending key trade fairs and consulting partners on best data strategies and integrations. 

Shanghai-based technology company serving the global hospitality distribution industry since 2002.
Dedicated team of around 380 IT and hospitality professionals across the world. 
Distribution partners include top OTAs, search engines, and social media.
 Hotel suppliers include all of the largest global hotel groups and third-party CRSs as well as independent hotels.
DerbySoft enables over 35 million room nights every year across more than 120,000 hotels worldwide.

Sales Director Connectivity EMEA

GTA - Kuoni Global Travel Distribution

Provide organization support by delivering creative IT solutions to establish intermediary XML connectivity between GTA and the hotel sector through 3rd party suppliers. Act as global expert on GTA’s sales systems and processes as business integration lead within sourcing. Orchestrate leadership team to complete projects that align with company goals.

Business development manager channel management / API connectivity

Drove the output, financial results including P&L, and monitored the metrics of 11 market managers for the Middle East and Turkey (100 Million USD TTV) through support in resolving complex issues and continued education and training.

Area Sourcing Manager Middle East & Turkey

Destinations of the World

Oversaw contracting of hotels and destinations services suppliers for 4 markets, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman with two direct reports for non-key accounts.

Contracts Manager

Booking.com

Managed Qatar, Oman and UAE excluding Dubai city markets including accounts receivable objectives. Signed new hotels onto Booking.com and implemented system and distribution training.

Account Manager Middle East

Rotana

Guided 6 direct reports in reservations teams across the three properties to achieve revenue growth and strategy goals.
Managed the distribution strategy of the hotel and overlooking KPIs in the hotel around REVPAR metrics and analysis of the profit and loss picture of the incoming business.

Cluster Revenue Manager Villa Rihab & Rimal Rotana, Dubai

Reservations Manager Beach Rotana Hotel, Abu Dhabi

Sales Executive Area Sales Office Abu Dhabi & Al Ain

As the Co-Founder and COO of ExploreTECH, I am on a mission to bridge the gap between the hospitality and travel industries and the technology solutions that can enhance their businesses. 

With over 19 years of industry experience, I have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in travel distribution and hospitality technology, and the skills and knowledge to provide effective solutions and guidance.

My background spans across sales, distribution, revenue management, team leadership, business development, and technical consultancy, working with global, regional, and innovative brands such as Booking.com, GTA, Marriott, Rotana Hotels, and DerbySoft. I am certified in project management (PMP) and hotel revenue management (Cornell), and have published articles and delivered presentations on various industry topics. I am also an advisory council member of Dubai College for Tourism (DCT), which offers vocational training for Dubai's tourism industry careers. 

I am passionate about networking, educating, and helping hospitality and travel professionals to leverage technology and grow their businesses.

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