by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 9:05 AM ET, Tue August 26, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council has welcomed global talent advisory firm CDR as its newest Global Member.?

CDR, which has headquarters in London, specializes in luxury hospitality and destination real estate. To-date, the company has led over 400 C-suite and senior level placements across the hospitality, leisure, luxury and real estate sectors.?

¡°We are pleased to welcome CDR to our global Membership,¡± said WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson. ¡°Travel & Tourism is powered by people, and the sector¡¯s success hinges on strong, inclusive, and future-ready leadership. CDR¡¯s work in nurturing talent and guiding organizations through transformation will be a valuable asset to our community as we collectively navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.¡±

WTTC membership allows for greater partnership and participation in the shaping of the global tourism industry. They receive access to important research, are invited to exclusive VIP events and have opportunities to work with industry partners and governmental bodies.?

¡°We are proud to join WTTC at a time when leadership has never mattered more,¡± said Founder & CEO of CDR, Christina Reti. ¡°Nurturing both existing and emerging human capital is essential to shaping a more resilient, inclusive, and innovative global Travel & Tourism sector. We look forward to contributing our voice to this dialogue and collaborating with peers committed to excellence and transformation.¡±?

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