Brian Coghlan
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Resourceful Corporate Travel Manager known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in strategic planning, cost reduction strategies, and contract negotiation to streamline travel operations. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless travel experiences and robust vendor relationships.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Travel Manager – Americas
Wargaming USA
Houston, TX
07.2017 - 03.2025
- Created and executed a unified travel program spanning multiple international sites.
- Worked alongside Global Travel Manager to establish and apply consistent travel guidelines across different regions globally.
- Developed standardized global travel framework to enhance compliance.
- Engaged with international and local finance teams to manage travel expenditures.
- Communicated latest trends affecting team travel arrangements.
- Oversaw the launch of a new travel management company.
- Handled RFPs for travel management company, airline, and hotel contracts from a global and regional viewpoint.
- Earned Concur certification in expense configuration and utilization.
- Generated educational materials and guided global teams to implement successful travel operations.
Manager, Groups/Events & Meetings
MacNair Travel Management
Alexandria, VA
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Formulated unique strategies by analyzing the specific needs of prospects and clients.
- Enhanced operational methods to boost efficiency.
- Oversaw databases, software, and reporting systems.
- Directed account management for GEM activities through effective client maintenance, problem resolution, and onboarding.
- Implemented sales strategy for new GEM prospects.
- Designed and monitored strategic plans tailored for GEM operations.
- Led development efforts for the GEM team.
- Generated ad hoc reports for clients and internal teams.
- Oversaw professional development and conducted performance reviews.
Manager of Platform Development
American Express GBT
Houston, Texas
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Spearheaded strategic planning for the comprehensive integration of travel-related processes.
- Enhanced platform development through requirement definition and solution creation.
- Facilitated alignment between stakeholders by providing insights into current market dynamics.
Global Account Manager
ATPI/Griffinstone
Houston, TX
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Managed global and regional accounts for ATPI/Griffinstone.
- Developed a framework ensuring seamless operations internationally.
- Leader of all regional managers supporting the account in international destinations
- Oversaw collaboration across six distinct accounts and interfaced with numerous travel management professionals.
Travel Manager – USA, Canada, Caribbean, Latin America
WorleyParsons
Houston, Texas
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Directed strategic and operational initiatives of travel programs across the United States, Caribbean, Canada, and Latin America.
- Managed operations and acted as primary contact for the U.S. corporate credit card initiative.
- Oversaw operations of travel managers based in Canada's and South America's regions.
Business Travel Analyst
BBVA Compass Bank
Dallas, TX
10.2010 - 06.2013
- Aided in implementing and refining the travel program at a senior level.
Senior Operations Manager
BCD TRAVEL
Spring, Texas
07.2009 - 10.2010
- Led a staff including 4 travel managers to ensure world-class customer service for high-end corporate travel clients.
- Managed telephone service levels, budget and costs, ensuring quality service.
- Ensured travel manager operations surpassed necessary standards through teamwork with the account management team.
Education
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Cardinal Stritch College
03-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Six Sigma Certification
American Express Leadership Development Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
Cardinal Stritch College
Skills
- Staff Development and Management
- Agency Operations
- Client Relationship Management
- Employee Training Facilitation
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Lean
- Six Sigma
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint Proficiency
- MS Project
- MS Visio
- Lotus Notes Developer
- Legacy
- Triumph
- Avaya CMS
- Concur
- Airline Booking Systems Expertise
- Sabre
- Amadeus
- English communication skills
- Data analysis
- RFP management
- Cost control
- Vendor management
- Project management
- Client relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Corporate travel management
- Global travel trends
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Procurement operations
- Presentation skills
- Itinerary development
- Travel policy creation
- Flight booking
- Effective communication
- Travel planning
- Team member collaboration
- Professional networking
Additional Information
MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Project, MS Visio, Lotus Notes/Dominos Designer, Legacy & Triumph, Avaya CMS (CentreVu), Concur, Sabre, Amadeus, FocalPoint, Excellent English communication skills (verbal/written), Conversant in Russian, Exceptional presentation skills.
Certification
- Concur Certified Professional - Expense Configuration
References
Professional business references available upon request.
Timeline
Corporate Travel Manager – Americas
Wargaming USA
07.2017 - 03.2025
Manager, Groups/Events & Meetings
MacNair Travel Management
06.2016 - 07.2017
Manager of Platform Development
American Express GBT
01.2016 - 04.2016
Global Account Manager
ATPI/Griffinstone
01.2015 - 09.2015
Travel Manager – USA, Canada, Caribbean, Latin America
WorleyParsons
06.2013 - 01.2015
Business Travel Analyst
BBVA Compass Bank
10.2010 - 06.2013
Senior Operations Manager
BCD TRAVEL
07.2009 - 10.2010
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Cardinal Stritch College
Some College (No Degree) - Six Sigma Certification
American Express Leadership Development Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
Cardinal Stritch College
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