Natalie Pawley clinches Travel Businesswoman of the Year 2024
Global Travel Management is thrilled to announce that Natalie Pawley, Director and Founder, has been awarded the title of Travel Businesswoman of the Year 2024.
This accolade, part of the nationwide Women in Business Awards 2023, recognises Natalie’s exceptional leadership and invaluable contributions to the business-to-business travel sector.
Nominated by her Global Travel Management colleagues, Natalie emerged as a finalist in the “Leadership Award” category, ultimately securing the Travel Businesswoman of the Year 2024 honour.
The judging panel, comprised of business experts with diverse industry knowledge, commended Natalie’s outstanding leadership qualities.
Established in 1997 by Natalie, Global Travel Management has thrived under her guidance.
As the company’s first employee and Director, Natalie played a pivotal role in overcoming industry challenges, including navigating downturns post-9/11, Icelandic volcano disruptions, and the recent global business travel shutdown during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Natalie has been a driving force behind the creation of a groundbreaking carbon offset programme aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of business travel.
Her commitment to sustainability aligns with Global Travel Management’s dedication to responsible business practices.
Scott Pawley, GTM Managing Director and Natalie’s husband said,
We are immensely proud of Natalie’s achievement as Travel Businesswoman of the Year. Her resilience and strategic vision have been instrumental in steering Global Travel Management through challenging times
Expressing her gratitude, Natalie Pawley stated,
I am honoured to receive the Travel Businesswoman of the Year award. This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of the entire Global Travel Management team and our commitment to innovation and sustainability in the travel industry.
The Women in Business Awards celebrate outstanding women leaders across the UK, with over 4,800 travel agencies qualified to be for recognised. Natalie’s win underscores her remarkable contributions to the travel industry and her commitment to excellence.
