Access Bookings, a leader in international travel management for the TV, film, media, and sports industries has appointed Lee Gunn chief operating officer.
Mr Gunn joined the company as an apprentice in August 2008 whilst working towards his accounting qualification, marking the beginning of an impressive career spanning almost 16 years with the company.
As Operations Director, a position he has held for seven years, Mr Gunn played a pivotal role in coordinating the company’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. His leadership and strategic decision-making during these challenging times were instrumental in steering the company through crises and ensuring continued growth and stability.
“Lee’s promotion to COO is a testament to his deep understanding of the business and ability to drive success across multiple fronts,” said Patricia Barnes, managing director of Access Bookings. “His consistent track record of fostering strong client relationships, exceeding project expectations, and demonstrating robust crisis management skills made him the ideal candidate for this role.”
As COO, Mr Gunn will now oversee the day-to-day operations of Access Bookings, ensuring that all departments continue to function smoothly and align with the company’s strategic objectives.
Commenting on his promotion, Mr Gunn said: “I’m excited to be taking on the role of COO and I’m looking forward to working with all teams within the business to further drive our sustainable growth and further enhance operational efficiency to solidify our position as an industry leader.
“Although embracing digital transformation and leveraging data-driven insights will become essential for our ongoing business growth and success, we won’t deviate from our people-led function which operates 24/7 and provides swift and efficient solutions for our customers.”
