Technology >> CEO Interviews >> February 17, 2003

Ed Sarraille – Procurepoint Travel Solutions Inc

ED SARRAILLE is President and Chief Executive Officer of ProcurePoint Travel Solutions Inc. Since joining ProcurePoint in March 1999, Mr. Sarraille has been responsible for all company strategy, product development and business operations. Under his leadership, ProcurePoint has established itself as the leader in the online sourcing and management of corporate group and transient travel. A successful businessman, entrepreneur and company executive, he has more than 25 years of experience working in and with major hotel chains and Internet companies. As a marketing executive, he was responsible for developing the famous 'A Touch of Hyatt' campaign and theme. He was the founder of E.J. Sarraille and Co., a graphics, marketing and branding firm whose clients included Loew's, Princess Hotels and Intel Corporation. Previously Mr. Sarraille worked as a marketing executive for Hyatt Hotels. He holds a BA from the University of Santa Clara and an MBA from Golden Gate University. Profile
TWST: Could we begin with a brief historical sketch of

ProcurePoint Travel Solutions and a picture of things as they are

now?

Mr. Sarraille: Historically, this company dates back to 1998.