Allianz Global Assistance (Allianz) has announced the appointment of Leon Mulder as its new Business Development Director.
Mulder will oversee Allianz's business development initiatives, new partnerships and existing relationships within the travel and e-commerce sales channels.
“We are excited to welcome Leon to the Allianz national sales team,” said Kyle Sparkman, chief sales officer, Allianz Global Assistance. “Leon's extensive travel industry experience, proven track record and visionary approach to business development align perfectly with Allianz's mission to provide unparalleled travel protection and peace of mind to Canadian travellers.”
Mulder joins Allianz with over 22 years' business development experience, most recently from 11 years at Booking Holdings, where he held various roles across multiple brands within the company.
For the past two years he has served as Senior Country Manager for KAYAK Canada, and prior to that managed global hotel partnerships with Wyndham and Choice Hotels on behalf of Agoda.
Commenting on his new role, Mulder said, “I am honored to join Allianz Global Assistance at this exciting time when Canadians are prioritizing travel now more than ever. Finding the perfect way to protect travellers no matter where, when or how they book their travel is key to our success, and I look forward to exploring ways to do so with our partners across Canada.”
Connect with Leon Mulder on LinkedIn or email him at leon.mulder@allianz-assistance.ca