The National Business Travel Association (NBTA) Announces Resignation of Executive Director Marianne McInerney
ALEXANDRIA, Va.--The National Business Travel Association (NBTA) today announced that Executive Director Marianne McInerney announced her resignation from the organization. McInerney, who joined NBTA is 1997 in the role of Communications Director, succeeded Norman Sherlock as Executive Director in March 2000. During her tenure, the organization is credited with expanding its programs and services and building its advocacy legislative and...
In a statement released to NBTA's membership, McInerney stated: "When I joined NBTA in 1997, the travel management profession was coming into the recognition that it had deserved for so long. Simultaneous with that success, NBTA was also beginning a solid pattern of growth and a period of expansion designed to respond to the changing needs of travel management professionals. I, like many of you, have done a great deal of reflection over the past few months. And, while I have cherished each day of the five years that I have been with you, I have been offered opportunities that I can only pursue by concluding my professional relationship with the fine organization that is NBTA. With the knowledge that the organization is in its strongest financial position ever, with a membership that has and continues to grow, and that travel management professionals are being recognized for the contributions they make daily to corporate America and the broader economy, I feel now is the right time to pursue those opportunities that have been extended to me."
In announcing McInerney's decision, Kevin Iwamoto, President, NBTA shared, "Marianne has been an integral part of this organization's new direction. She has managed our organization to its strongest point and has created a management team of talented professionals. Together they set the stage for our continued success. We will miss her contributions to our organization, our profession and our industry."
McInerney's resignation is effective immediately. NBTA's Board of Directors plans to announce a search process to fill the position in the near future.
The National Business Travel Association, established in 1968, represents over 2,400 corporate travel managers and travel service providers. NBTA members manage and direct more than 70% of expenditures within the business travel industry.
NBTA is committed to the professional development of its members and offers educational and training opportunities. It is the source for critical information on the business travel industry.