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Executive Management

AliRichardson

SVP and Head of People

Ali Richardson

As SVP and Head of People, Ali performs a fundamental role in the execution of our strategy, driven by the view that the right talent in the right role is what makes a company succeed.

Ali spent 18 years at NCR supporting the Retail, Financial and Professional Services divisions and also the COO. Ali has a BSc in Economics and Accountancy from Loughborough University and an MSc in Human Resource Management from Aston University.

Hiking Machu Piccu was an incredible experience back in my youth.

Ali Richardson

What’s your favourite travel destination in the world?

I haven’t found a country I haven’t enjoyed visiting – I love to travel. Hiking Machu Piccu was an incredible experience back in my youth.

Beach or mountains?

I love both but I have to say mountains since I live in Denver!

Sunrise coffee or sunset cocktail?

I don’t drink coffee so sunset cocktail.

Fancy restaurant meal or home cooked comfort food?

I like both but you’re most likely to find me at home since I have 2 teenagers: 13-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl.

Early adopter or gadget-challenged?

Sadly, I’m gadget-challenged but I can be taught.

If I wasn’t part of Travelport’s SLT, I’d be…

Mentoring teenagers in foster care to set them up for success once they leave care.