Biographies

Francesca Ecsery

Global Sales Director, Cheapflights Ltd.

Francesca Ecsery became Global Sales Director of Cheapflights Ltd in July 2009. Francesca joined the Company in August 2007 as General Manager, Cheapflights UK. Francesca has more than 18 years’ experience in the travel industry. Prior to Cheapflights, Francesca was Managing Director, International Division, of STA Travel whose business then extended over 76 countries, 32 of which were secured under her leadership. She also built STA's presence in Asia and Africa. Prior to STA Travel, Francesca was a Group Managing Director at IfYouTravel.com and previously held senior management and marketing roles at AirTours (MyTravel), Going Places and Thomas Cook. Previously, Francesca worked at McKinsey & Co, followed by PepsiCo where she held positions in marketing and promotions. A graduate of Geneva University in Political Science and International Relations, and the Harvard Business School, Francesca is also fluent in six languages.