CDR joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as Global Member

International

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome CDR, a global talent advisory firm specialising in luxury hospitality and destination real estate, as its newest Global Member.

Headquartered in London, CDR partners with organisations worldwide to shape leadership and unlock potential across the Travel & Tourism sector. Guided by the belief that people are the most valuable asset in hospitality, the firm combines strategic foresight, deep industry expertise, and a human-centric philosophy to connect visionary leaders with transformative opportunities.

To date, CDR has led more than 400 C-suite and senior-level placements across hospitality, real estate, leisure, and luxury industries. Its international presence and trusted advisory role position CDR as a key contributor to the evolving leadership landscape of global Travel & Tourism.

Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, said:

“We are delighted to welcome CDR to our global Membership. Travel & Tourism is powered by people, and the sector’s success depends on strong, inclusive, and future-ready leadership. CDR’s expertise in nurturing talent and guiding organisations through transformation will be an invaluable addition to our community as we navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.”

Christina Reti, Founder & CEO of CDR, commented:

“We are proud to join WTTC at a time when leadership has never mattered more. Nurturing both existing and emerging human capital is essential to building a more resilient, inclusive, and innovative global Travel & Tourism sector. We look forward to contributing to this dialogue and collaborating with peers equally committed to excellence and transformation.”

With its commitment to people-driven change and a future-focused mindset, CDR is set to play an active role within WTTC’s global platform, contributing to discussions on leadership, diversity, talent development, and organisational resilience.