Tania Platt is a distinguished global executive with over 20 years of “blue chip” experience, renowned for her ability to drive profitable business growth and navigate complex market developments. As the Global Head of B2B Travel at Visa, she leverages her extensive expertise in financial services, payments, and technology to manage and scale businesses across more than 35 countries. Her strategic vision is matched by a proven track record of delivering results in highly competitive international landscapes.
A leader who truly leads by example, Tania has successfully headed teams of over 40 professionals while maintaining high-level personal relationships with key clients and partners. Her experience extends to the boardroom, where she has served as a company director on two corporate boards, providing invaluable governance and insight. Beyond the numbers, Tania is deeply passionate about diversity and inclusion, dedicating herself to championing and inspiring her colleagues to create a more equitable industry.
Sessions
March 13, Thursday
Venue: Innovation City Cape Town
2.10PM – 2.35PM
Search, Social & Commerce In The New Age
The ascent of social media and the rise of AI is changing the way travellers search and plan their travels. Content creation too is on steroids with AI upping the ante, and short form content is ruling the world of social. What are the trends in the highly social and mobile African market and how are travel brands adapting to these changes, with the use of AI, content and data?
Speakers:
Naomi Ekbergh, Head of Brand & Marketing, Travelstart
Enver Duminy, CEO, Cape Town Tourism
Natalia Rosa, CEO, Big Ambitions
Moderator:
Sandra Buckingham, Head of Marketing and Comms, Innovation City
