Kurt Joseph  Ekert net worth and biography

Kurt Ekert Biography and Net Worth

President and Chief Executive Officer of Sabre

Kurt Ekert is president and CEO of Sabre, a leading technology platform to the travel and hospitality industry. He was appointed CEO in April 2023 and leads a global team of highly talented colleagues.

Kurt joined Sabre as president in January 2022, bringing 25 years of global operating leadership and governance experience in technology, travel and tourism, and a track record of growth and turnaround performance.

Before joining Sabre, Kurt spent five years as President & CEO of CWT, where he engineered a digital transformation, while delivering significant growth, highlighted by $7 billion of new business wins. Prior to CWT, Kurt was EVP & Chief Commercial Officer at Travelport, where he led the operational turnaround that enabled a successful IPO in 2014. His industry experience also includes senior executive positions at GTA and Orbitz Worldwide, as well as executive roles at Cendant and Continental Airlines. Kurt has held prominent industry governance positions as Chairman of the U.S. Department of Commerce Travel & Tourism Advisory Board, and as a director of eNett, Carlson Travel Inc., the World Travel & Tourism Council, and the UNGA Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children.

Kurt holds a BS from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA from the University of South Carolina, and saw active duty as a U.S. army officer. He is a current board of directors’ member for Sabre, Passur Aerospace and ZYTLYN Technologies.

Outside of work, Kurt enjoys sports, history, reading, traveling and spending time with his family.

What is Kurt Joseph Ekert's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Kurt Joseph Ekert is at least $2.77 million as of May 8th, 2024. Mr. Ekert owns 1,155,909 shares of Sabre stock worth more than $2,774,182 as of May 1st. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other assets that Mr. Ekert may own. Additionally, Mr. Ekert receives an annual salary of $2,150,000.00 as President and Chief Executive Officer at Sabre. Learn More about Kurt Joseph Ekert's net worth.

How old is Kurt Joseph Ekert?

Mr. Ekert is currently 53 years old. There are 7 older executives and no younger executives at Sabre. Learn More on Kurt Joseph Ekert's age.

What is Kurt Joseph Ekert's salary?

As the President and Chief Executive Officer of Sabre Co., Mr. Ekert earns $2,150,000.00 per year. Learn More on Kurt Joseph Ekert's salary.

How do I contact Kurt Joseph Ekert?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Ekert and other Sabre executives is 3150 SABRE DRIVE, SOUTHLAKE TX, 76092. Sabre can also be reached via phone at (682) 605-1000 and via email at sabre.investorrelations@sabre.com. Learn More on Kurt Joseph Ekert's contact information.

Has Kurt Joseph Ekert been buying or selling shares of Sabre?

Kurt Joseph Ekert has not been actively trading shares of Sabre during the past quarter. Most recently, on Wednesday, May 8th, Kurt Joseph Ekert bought 65,000 shares of Sabre stock. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $2.57 per share, with a total value of $167,050.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 1,155,909 shares of the company's stock, valued at $2,970,686.13. Learn More on Kurt Joseph Ekert's trading history.

Who are Sabre's active insiders?

Sabre's insider roster includes Kurt Ekert (President and Chief Executive Officer), Gail Mandel (Director), Roshan Mendis (Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Travel Solutions), Sean Menke (Chair of the Board and CEO), Karl Peterson (Director), Michael Randolfi (CFO), David Shirk (EVP), Cem Tanyel (EVP), and Shawn Williams (EVP). Learn More on Sabre's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Sabre?

During the last year, Sabre insiders bought shares 4 times. They purchased a total of 154,230 shares worth more than $427,878.40. During the last year, insiders at the information technology services provider sold shares 1 times. They sold a total of 10,000 shares worth more than $27,900.00. The most recent insider tranaction occured on August, 6th when EVP Roshan Mendis bought 19,230 shares worth more than $59,228.40. Insiders at Sabre own 2.3% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Sabre.

Information on this page was last updated on 8/6/2024.

Kurt Joseph Ekert Insider Trading History at Sabre

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Kurt Joseph Ekert Buying and Selling Activity at Sabre

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Sabre Company Overview

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Sabre Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as software and technology company for travel industry in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates through two segments: Travel Solutions and Hospitality Solutions. The Travel Solutions segment operates a business-to-business travel marketplace that offers travel content, such as inventory, prices, and availability from a range of travel suppliers, including airlines, hotels, car rental brands, rail carriers, cruise lines, and tour operators with a network of travel buyers comprising online and offline travel agencies, travel management companies, and corporate travel departments. This segment provides a portfolio of software technology products and solutions through software-as-a-service (SaaS) and hosted delivery models to airlines and other travel suppliers. Its products include reservation systems for carriers, commercial and operations products, agency solutions, and data-driven intelligence solutions. Its Hospitality Solutions segment provides software and solutions to hoteliers through SaaS and hosted delivery models. Sabre Corporation was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in Southlake, Texas.
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