Matthew Parsons

Matthew covers the corporate travel sector, with his eye on the intersections of procurement, technology and culture. He was previously editor of Buying Business Travel, overseeing its transition to BTN Europe before becoming a Skifter. He lives in London with his young family, but as a self-confessed Francophile loves to hop across the channel for a taste of the good life.

Latest Stories

Business Travel

The Corporate Travel Startups Breaking Through the Crisis

A lot of questions need answers right now, and those startups with the correct ones will make their mark once the pandemic is over. The entrepreneurial spirit is needed now more than ever.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

U.S. Relief Package Fails Larger Corporate Travel Agencies: Travel and Transport CEO

Kevin O’Malley has joined forces with the biggest agencies in a new lobbying group, but with the virus escalating, it's not guaranteed they'll be able to bend the ear of Washington.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

Here’s What Will Happen Next to Corporate Airfares

In most cases it’s too soon to lock in future rates. But for those with creative minds, there are gains to be made in figuring out what might happen next.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

Travel Agency Flight Centre to Shutter 800 Storefronts as Part of $1.2 Billion Savings Effort

This cost-cutting package could be one of the largest we'll see in this crisis. On paper, the cuts look like they'll be enough, but there will be collateral damage to its brand with so many shop closures.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

The New Pivot to Managing Travel for Crisis Workers

It's good to see hotels support workers on the frontlines, but consolidation of these bespoke programs and booking platforms may be needed if the pandemic escalates.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Coronavirus

Global Airline Trade Group Deals Massive Blow to Travel Agencies by Opposing Refunds

The association's nod to airlines that they can withhold cash will not mean much without official government recognition, meaning the refund debate has just become political.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

President of Expedia’s Business Travel Unit Egencia Steps Down

Egencia will be in safe hands under the guidance of Ariane Gorin, president of Expedia Business Services, but the shock of the departure of the charismatic Rob Greyber will be felt in the wider corporate travel community.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Business Travel

Mistakes to Avoid When Renegotiating Corporate Hotel Rates

Travel budgets are likely to be cut, so smarter renegotiation tactics will help buyers find a happy medium with beleaguered hotels.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Coronavirus

Senators Urge U.S. Airlines to Issue Ticket Refunds After Bailout

At some point airlines on the receiving end of vast bailouts will need to put some of that cash back into the pockets of an overlooked demographic — the paying passenger — or risk brand erosion.

David Shepardson, Reuters | 4 years ago

Business Travel

Will the First Wave of Corporate Travelers Be Paralyzed by Anxiety?

It will be new territory for most travel managers, but monitoring mental health could safeguard not just employees but help secure a company’s future too.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago