Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Who we are:
At Preferred Travel Group, we champion the power of travel to inspire meaningful connections and enrich lives around the world. As a global family of brands and programs representing the finest independent hotels and resorts, we are united by a shared belief in authenticity, collaboration, and the value of independent spirit. Our culture reflects our ideology in action: people first, relationships at the center, and a commitment to creating lasting impact for our partners, our global community, and one another. When you join Preferred, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where ideas are welcomed, growth is encouraged, and your work contributes to shaping the future of travel.
Why this role matters:
This is a newly created role and a unique opportunity to help shape how Preferred Travel Group operates and executes its most important priorities. We are seeking someone who is energized by building, improving, and connecting. The ideal candidate will challenge what is no longer serving us, listen thoughtfully, build strong relationships, and create alignment across our executive team. Reporting to the President and working closely with the Chief of Staff and senior executives across the organization, this role will operate at the center of many of the company's most important initiatives. From strategic planning and business reviews to investment committee activities and cross-functional task forces, this individual will help ensure that ideas become action and priorities become outcomes. The Vice President, Executive Operations will work with a high degree of autonomy while serving as a trusted partner to executive leadership. This role requires exceptional judgment, diplomacy, organization, accountability, and the ability to navigate complexity with confidence. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to create visible organizational impact. Success in this role will be evident from...
- Improved alignment and accountability across executive priorities
- Consistent progress and follow-through on strategic initiatives
- Effective governance of key planning and reporting processes
- Strong partnerships across departments and regions
- Clear visibility into critical projects, risks, and dependencies
- Timely execution of agreed-upon actions and organizational objectives
- Improved effectiveness of executive decision-making and communication
What you’ll deliver:
- Executive Alignment and Strategic Initiatives
- Coordinate follow-through from Executive Management meetings and strategic planning sessions.
- Establish frameworks for documenting decisions, accountability, milestones, and outcomes.
- Monitor progress against agreed priorities and provide regular executive reporting.
- Participate directly in task forces and strategic initiatives when appropriate.
- Business Planning and Performance Governance
- Lead governance of enterprise scorecards and strategic performance tracking.
- Coordinate quarterly and annual business reviews.
- Support annual strategic planning efforts and ongoing progress reviews.
- Partner closely with the President and CFO to improve organizational accountability and visibility.
- Investment Committee and Growth Initiatives
- Manage workflows and timelines related to investment opportunities under review.
- Coordinate stakeholders and ensure timely progress through decision stages.
- Support post-approval initiatives with project coordination and executive reporting.
- Hotel Experience and Partner Engagement
- Help develop recognition programs celebrating hotel renewals, milestone anniversaries, and significant partner achievements.
- Partner with Corporate Communications and executive leadership to reimagine and enhance the hotel portal experience.
- Support initiatives designed to strengthen hotel engagement and reinforce Preferred's partner-first culture.
- Corporate Operations
- Oversee administration and negotiation support for global office leases.
- Ensure lease management processes align with business needs and corporate objectives.
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Exceptional organizational and project leadership skills
- Ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization
- Strong business judgment and problem-solving capabilities
- Confidence operating in complex and often ambiguous situations
- Ability to influence outcomes without direct authority
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
- A natural bias toward action and execution
What Would Make You Stand Out:
- Extensive experience in project management
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects at one time
- Proven ability to bring cohesion to a group
- Broad experience with C-suite executives
- Practical experience using AI to bring operational efficiency
- Experience working within hospitality, travel, membership, luxury service, or relationship-driven industries
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority
- Strong track record of negotiating agreements
Where you’ll thrive:
Our Working Culture:
With our in-office philosophy, our associates are expected to be in the office at least three days per week, supporting a healthy balance between in-person collaboration and flexible remote work. We take pride in our vibrant and inclusive culture, which thrives on meaningful connection, shared purpose, and cross-functional teamwork. In-office engagement plays a vital role in fostering spontaneous collaboration, accelerating innovation, and strengthening relationships across teams. It also provides valuable opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and a deeper sense of community. Please note: While the current expectation is a minimum of three days per week in the office, this may evolve over time in alignment with business needs and our continued commitment to culture-building Disclaimer: This description reflects the general nature and level of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements.
