TUI Group, the world’s leading tourism group, has strengthened the leadership team of its Tours & Activities division, TUI Musement.
Ina Bourmer is joining TUI Musement as Chief People Officer. Bourmer previously held leadership positions in the entertainment, telecommunications, and technology industries, including roles at start-ups and one of the ‘big five’ technology companies. In addition to HR expertise, Bourmer studied computer science and worked as an IT engineer. As Chief People Officer, Bourmer will champion mature digital culture throughout TUI Musement and drive internal development initiatives.
“The travel sector is on the cusp of major recovery, with Tours & Activities as a key growth area for the foreseeable future. It is an exciting time to join TUI Musement, an industry leading business with a startup mindset and focus on digital acceleration.” says Bourmer.
A second key change to the TUI Musement leadership team will see Musement Co-Founder and founding CEO Alessandro Petazzi – who has been TUI Musement Chief Growth Officer over the past six months – take a strategic advisor role. Alessandro helped drive the culture, growth, and overall development of Musement as a company and a platform. Respected as a leading Italian entrepreneur and held in high esteem in the travel industry, Alessandro is credited with helping shape the Tours & Activities area before it was defined.
Regarding his new role, Alessandro commented; “TUI Musement is in a strong position as travel returns, but we operate in a very dynamic and competitive industry and must continue to evolve. This role enables me to look at developments in Tours & Activities and the wider travel sector, to better develop strategy and help shape the future of our business.”
In addition to these changes, and in preparation for future growth, TUI Musement has implemented a more functional setup, with the objective of empowering teams to work in a quick, simple and agile way as part of the business’ mature digital culture. This includes a single Digital Product & Technology team, led by Peter Ulwahn, Chief Digital Officer.
On top, an extended and central Sales & Marketing function headed by TUI Musement Chief Marketing Officer Mirco Fiumene will complete the new setup. Mirco is an Amazon, Paypal and Ebay veteran and established digital leader. Musement Co-Founder Fabio Zecchini will continue in his role as Chief Technology Officer.
“A modern company is constantly evolving, and these changes are key steps forward on our growth path. Ina is a leader in her profession and brings valuable technology experience, while Alessandro can now focus more on the strategic direction of our business within the dynamic Tours & Activities market.” says TUI Musement CEO David Schelp.
Ina Bourmer will start as TUI Musement Chief People Officer today, April 15th, 2021. Alessandro Petazzi will hand over his day to day managerial responsibilities during a transition period throughout April, taking the role of strategic advisor from May 1st, 2021.
Source: TUI Group
