Christophe Renard Appointed VP of CWT Solutions Group

Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has appointed Christophe Renard as vice president of the company’s global consulting arm, CWT Solutions Group.

Renard succeeds Nick Vournakis, who has been appointed senior vice president, Global Marketing. Renard previously served as vice president, Marketing, Communications and Business Intelligence.

Renard joined CWT in 1998 and has held several positions within program management and sales before being appointed head of the CWT Travel Management Institute (TMI) in 2006. Since 2009, Renard has managed corporate marketing, global communications and business intelligence, in addition to leading the TMI.

“I’m delighted to be heading up the CWT Solutions Group,” said Renard. “With the continued pressure on buyers to reduce costs and manage travel more efficiently, the type of service we provide is critical to clients. Independent advice on sourcing, reinforcing compliance and getting the best value from even the most mature travel program is a core part of what we do.”

CWT Solutions Group’s business grew by 17% in 2012.