Abel Zhao

Abel is a co-founders and CEO of freeD Group Limited, and Group CEO of FreeD Group and Connexus Travel, an Award-winning AI Digital Solutions company, utilizing proprietary Travel and Lifestyle – specific B2B2C strategies and solutions to work with Fortune 500 companies like the largest telecom company in China, the largest smartphone provider in the world, OTA, airline and hotel to create incremental revenue and improve customer engagement.

Abel has over 16 years of experience in Travel IT and Consulting industries in strategic planning, turn-around management and Sales & Marketing. Previously he was the regional head with the largest Travel IT giants – Travelport and Amadeus responsible for commercial and strategic initiatives and local market expansion strategy. He also spent 5 years working with Air Canada in the Global Sales and Strategy division in Toronto and 2 years with Hyatt Corporation in Chicago.

Abel holds Dual - Masters degrees from Columbia University and London Business School, and undergrad in Hospitality Management from Centre International de Glion Switzerland.

Abel Zhao is the Co-Founder and CEO at FreeD Group, based in Asia. With a background in Information Technology, Abel Zhao has a rich history of leadership and innovation. Explore their detailed professional journey, key connections, and contributions to the industry on our platform.