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Inspire, Transform, and Lead the Future of Travel

Dan Christian has spent more than 20 years at the forefront of travel’s evolution as a C-suite executive, entrepreneur, advisor, and host of Travel Trends, the #1 B2B travel podcast globally

Why Choose Dan?

As former Chief Digital Officer of The Travel Corporation, Dan led the digital transformation of 40 global travel brands. Today, through 200+ podcast episodes with travel’s top CEOs, founders, and innovators, and as official podcast partner of ATTA, Arival, Phocuswright, and AFA, Dan has an unmatched real-time view of what’s working, what’s coming, and what leaders should do about it.

That’s why he’s invited to deliver keynotes, moderate panels, and host live recordings at more than 20 conferences every year, on stages from Berlin to New York to Singapore, for audiences from intimate executive forums to crowds of 1,500+.

"Dan has deep industry experience and infectious enthusiasm. He’s spoken twice at Arival and we highly recommend him."

Douglas Quinby
CEO & Co-Founder
Arival

What Can Dan Do for Your Audience?

  • Inspire Transformation: Dan’s presentations are calls to action. He helps audiences understand the pressing need for digital transformation and how to navigate it successfully.
 
  • Deliver Strategic Insights: Drawing from his extensive experience as a C-Suite executive and entrepreneur, Dan provides actionable strategies that attendees can implement immediately to drive growth and innovation in their own organizations.
 
  • Engage with Storytelling: Dan’s natural ease on stage, combined with his love of storytelling, ensures that his talks are not only informative but also deeply engaging. He connects with audiences on a personal level, making complex ideas accessible and exciting.
 
  • Tailored for the Travel Industry: Whether it’s understanding evolving consumer behaviours, leveraging new technologies, or staying ahead of emerging trends, Dan’s insights are specifically tailored to the challenges and opportunities facing the travel industry today.

Dan has delivered more than 50 keynote talks across over a dozen countries, captivating audiences ranging from intimate groups of 50 to large gatherings of over 1,500 professionals. His unique perspective, honed from years of leadership and entrepreneurial success, will leave your audience inspired, informed, and ready to lead the future of travel.

Speaking Topics

AI & the Future of Travel

What AI means for marketing, distribution, and the traveler experience — and how to act on it now. (Creator of the Travel Trends AI Summit, now in its third year.)

Future Trends in Travel

The emerging trends and technologies reshaping the industry, drawn from 200+ conversations with travel's top leaders.

Consumer Behavior and Business Strategy

How to harness customer insight to drive growth, from a leader who did it across 40 global brands.

Digital & AI Transformation

Change is accelerating with AI. How you adapt is what matters.

Entrepreneurship and Storytelling

Lessons from startups, investing, and building the #1 B2B travel podcast from scratch.

Book Dan for Your Next Event
or Invite him as a Guest on Your Podcast

Travis Pittman
CEO of TourRadar

"Dan Christian is one of the most compelling speakers we've had at Organized Adventure conferences. His keynotes are packed with highly relevant content delivered in a way that captivates and entertains our audience."

Mahima Tripathi
CEO of TourRadar, Chief Brand Ambassador

"Dan’s presentation on Global Travel Trends was a standout highlight of the Pro Colombia Tourism Conference in Montreal. His session was incredibly engaging, insightful, and provided immense value to all our guests and partners. The audience loved it!"

Upcoming Events and Speaking

Dan speaks and records live at 20+ conferences a year. Catch him next at:

Arival Spokane

Spokane, Washington – Oct 13-16, 2026 – Exclusive Promo Code for Travel Trends Listeners Register with code MCVL-D26 for 100 Off Spain, Brisbane, & Spokane

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Arival Valencia

Valencia, Spain – Apr 27-29, 2026 – Exclusive Promo Code for Travel Trends Listeners Register with code MCVL-D26 for100 Off Spain, Brisbane, & Spokane Events

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Podcasts

Notable Past speaking events

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To bring Dan to your next event or invite him onto your podcast contact his PR manager,
Katherine Watts, at katherine@traveltrendspodcast.com.