Wendy Olson Killion is a seasoned global travel industry leader with over two decades of experience driving growth, innovation, and partnerships across technology, distribution, and consumer travel platforms. She currently serves as CEO of Rome2Rio, the multimodal travel planning app beloved by millions of travelers worldwide for making complex journeys simple and surfacing sustainable alternatives like buses, trains, and ferries. Under her leadership, Rome2Rio is expanding its role as both a consumer favorite and a trusted B2B partner, helping travel brands integrate more bookable and eco-friendly transport options into their platforms.

Previously, Wendy held senior executive roles at Expedia Group, where she built strategic partnerships with airlines, hoteliers, and destination organizations. and launched new advertising and technology initiatives. Her career has consistently centered on blending technology with customer-centric experiences to make travel and transport more discoverable, seamless, and accessible. Wendy has also held leadership positions at Cars.com and J.D. Power and Associates, where she focused on product innovation and digital transformation.

In addition, Wendy has served on the Board for HSMAI Americas, VisitBritain’s Tourism Advisory Council, and Destinations International’s Partner Advisory Council. She is a sought-after speaker on topics including the evolution of multimodal travel, the intersection of tech and sustainability, and the future of travel distribution, speaking at such events as including Destinations International, Skift Global Forum, and WTM.

As a thought leader and advocate for innovation in the travel and travel transport spaces, Wendy brings a dynamic perspective to discussions around how travelers move, what inspires discovery, and how the industry can better serve both people and the planet.