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Expedia Group, Inc. is a global leader in online travel and technology, providing a comprehensive range of travel products and services to both leisure and corporate travelers. The company operates through a diverse portfolio of consumer brands, including Brand Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, trivago, Orbitz, Travelocity, Hotwire, Wotif, ebookers, CheapTickets, Expedia Group Media Solutions, CarRentals.com, and Expedia Cruises . Expedia's business activities are structured around three primary business models: the merchant model, the agency model, and the advertising model, with lodging being the largest revenue contributor . The company leverages its extensive supply portfolio and technology capabilities to empower travelers to efficiently research, plan, book, and experience travel .
- Merchant Model - Acts as the merchant of record for bookings, handling transactions and customer service for travel products.
- Agency Model - Facilitates bookings by acting as an agent, connecting travelers with travel service providers.
- Lodging - Offers a wide range of accommodation options, including hotels, vacation rentals, and other lodging services.
- Advertising Model - Provides media and advertising solutions, including targeted advertising and promotional opportunities.
- B2B Segment - Delivers business-to-business travel solutions, contributing significantly to overall revenue growth.
- Air Revenue - Includes sales and bookings of airline tickets and related services.
| Name | Position | External Roles | Short Bio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ariane Gorin Executive | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Board Member at Adecco Group AG; Advisory Council Member at Royal Philharmonic Orchestra | Joined EXPE in 2013; became CEO on May 13, 2024; previously led Expedia for Business and other divisions; key driver of B2B growth and financial performance. | View Report → |
Julie Whalen Executive | Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | None | Joined EXPE as CFO in September 2022; previously CFO at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; extensive experience in finance, accounting, and corporate governance. | |
Lance Soliday Executive | Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) | None | Joined EXPE in 2006; became CAO in April 2024; has held various senior accounting roles; previously worked at Amazon and Microsoft. | |
Scott Schenkel Executive | Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Director at NetApp and Pinterest | Joined EXPE in December 2024; previously Interim CEO and CFO at eBay; extensive experience in financial leadership and strategy. | |
Alex von Furstenberg Board | Board Member | CIO of Ranger Global Advisors; Director at IAC, Vimeo, and Giovanni Agnelli B.V. | Director since 2015; extensive private investment and board experience; expertise in capital markets and investment strategy. | |
Alexandr Wang Board | Board Member | CEO of Scale AI | Director since June 2023; founder and CEO of Scale AI; expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning. | |
Barry Diller Board | Chairman of the Board | Board Member at Coca-Cola Company and MGM Resorts International; Chairman of Little Island | Chairman of EXPE since 2005; extensive leadership experience in media and interactive commerce; key figure in EXPE's strategic direction. | |
Beverly Anderson Board | Board Member | CEO of BECU; Board Member at Accion, Sword Health, and Harvard Business School African-American Alumni Association | Director since December 2020; expertise in consumer finance and payments; leads one of the largest credit unions in the U.S. | |
Chelsea Clinton Board | Board Member | Director at IAC, Clover Health, Clinton Foundation, Clinton Health Access Initiative, and others | Director since 2017; Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation; extensive public policy experience and leadership in nonprofit organizations. | |
Craig Jacobson Board | Board Member | Director at Charter Communications and Oaktree Specialty Lending Corporation | Director since 2007; founding partner of a prominent entertainment law firm; extensive legal and business expertise. | |
Dara Khosrowshahi Board | Board Member | CEO of Uber; Board Member at Aurora Innovation, Grab Holdings, and Him for Her | Former CEO of EXPE (2005-2017); currently CEO of Uber; expertise in technology, e-commerce, and corporate leadership. | |
Henrique Dubugras Board | Board Member | Co-CEO of Brex Inc.; Board Member at MercadoLibre, Inc. | Director since October 2022; co-founder of Brex; expertise in technology, online payment systems, and innovation. | |
M. Moina Banerjee Board | Board Member; Chair of Audit Committee | CFO of JBG Smith Properties; Board Member at University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and University of Miami | Director since February 2023; financial expert under SEC rules; extensive experience in capital markets, portfolio management, and acquisitions. | |
Patricia Menendez Cambo Board | Board Member | Director at City National Bank of Florida; Member of Latam Strategic Advisory Board at Itau Unibanco | Director since April 2021; extensive expertise in corporate governance, finance, and legal matters; leadership in diversity and inclusion initiatives. |
- "Despite Vrbo returning to modest growth, what specific strategies are you implementing to accelerate its growth to match or surpass competitors in the alternative accommodations space, particularly in underpenetrated international markets?"
- "With the addition of approximately 1 million units from Expedia to Vrbo, predominantly in urban areas and shorter stays, how do you anticipate this shift will impact Vrbo's margins and returns, and are there differences in profitability compared to your traditional inventory?"
- "How are recent regulatory updates in markets like California and Hawaii affecting your outlook for the U.S. alternative accommodations market, and do you view these as isolated incidents or indicative of a broader trend that could pose challenges to your growth potential?"
- "Given the deleverage in sales and marketing expenses due to higher commissions in your B2B business and increased investments in Vrbo and international markets, how do you plan to balance these rising costs while aiming for EBITDA margin improvement, especially as you enter 2025?"
- "Considering Julie Whalen's announcement of her impending departure as CFO, what measures are you taking to ensure continuity in your financial leadership, and how might this transition impact your strategic focus and financial goals for the upcoming year?"
Competitors mentioned in the company's latest 10K filing.
| Company | Description |
|---|---|
This competitor operates through brands such as Booking.com, Priceline.com, and Agoda.com, and provides alternative accommodations that compete with offerings available through Expedia Group brands. It is also expanding its flight booking services, intensifying competition. | |
This competitor is a leader in the sharing economy and alternative accommodations market, directly competing with Expedia Group's Vrbo brand. It is also expanding into tours, activities, hotel, and flight bookings. | |
This competitor operates subsidiaries such as Skyscanner and Qunar, which are travel metasearch websites. It competes with Expedia Group's brands in various regions. | |
This competitor has developed travel products like Google Travel, Google Flights, and Hotel Ads, which provide comprehensive travel planning content and direct booking capabilities. It also leverages its market position to promote its own offerings, potentially disintermediating online travel agencies. | |
This competitor operates as a travel metasearch website and has introduced direct or assisted booking functionality, competing with Expedia Group's brands. | |
Kayak.com | This competitor, owned by Booking Holdings, is a travel metasearch website that aggregates travel search results and has added direct or assisted booking functionality. |
This majority-owned subsidiary of Expedia Group competes with other metasearch engines for advertising revenue and customer traffic. | |
This competitor has expanded its offerings to include transportation and experience services, creating additional competition in the travel industry. | |
This competitor, a traditional eCommerce platform, has periodically expanded its offerings into the travel market, including hotel offers. | |
This competitor, another eCommerce platform, has also expanded its offerings into the travel market, creating additional competition. | |
This competitor operates in the corporate travel management space and competes indirectly with Expedia Group through its long-term lodging supply agreement with Expedia. |
No recent press releases or 8-K filings found for EXPE.