TORONTO — American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) has welcomed Chris Lewis to the role of Head of Sales and New Business Development for Canada.

With extensive experience in the corporate travel industry, Lewis will be responsible for leading the GBT Canada sales team, developing new business opportunities and creating customized corporate travel solutions for customers. He will report directly to Patrick Doyle, Vice President & General Manager for GBT in Canada.

Prior to his new role, Lewis spent 24 years at Hogg Robinson Group (HRG) where he last served as Director of Strategic Account Management. HRG was acquired by GBT in July 2018.

Said Doyle: “GBT seeks out extraordinary talent with a passion for serving as strategic and trusted advisors to our clients and colleagues alike. As such, I am proud to welcome Chris to the team. A well-regarded sales executive, he brings demonstrated business travel industry experience to the team.”