OpenTravel Alliance Names Timothy O'Neil-Dunne Keynote for 2010 Conference
Brings Unique Vision and Perspective to the Changing Travel Industry
The OpenTravel Alliance announces Timothy O'Neil-Dunne, Managing Partner at T2Impact Ltd. as its keynote speaker and conference moderator for the 2010 Advisory Forum.
With a theme of Merchandising, Partnering and Product Alignment for a New Decade, sessions at the event, including the keynote, will touch on the rapidly changing dynamics of the travel industry.
“While our industry is in a constant state of flux, some things have remained constant - people fly, sleep and drive. But now the consumer expects a Google-like search experience for even the most complex of products,” said Mr. O'Neil-Dunne. “And let's make no mistake, travel is complex. The industry needs to work together to provide solutions for the consumer to enable this easier, less explicit process. Anyone who stands in the way of change will become road kill.”
Mr. O'Neil-Dunne has over 30 years of experience in the travel and distribution technology industry. His expertise is broadly in all areas of travel distribution, including the implementation of OpenTravel standards.
"Timothy has a unique perspective on the travel industry, given his varied background," said John Lambe, CTO of OpenJaw Technologies and chair of the OpenTravel board of directors. "He has been both a proponent and a challenger of XML messaging standards, and we're looking forward to an open and candid exchange of ideas during the two-day event."
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda,Maryland, USA, with more than 4,200 properties in 80 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The Ritz-Carlton®, BVlgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®, Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn & Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and MoxyHotels®. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 50 million members. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at 
