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Alan Young

Alan Young

VP, Strategy | Hospitality

A seasoned business and technology visionary, Alan Young is the VP, Industry Solutions and Strategy for Infor. He is recognized for his provocative insight into how emerging technology impacts industries, and how leaders can better connect with their customers and employees for sustained growth.

Alan also sits on several hotel and travel technology advisory boards and is known for his ability to turn difficult concepts into easy-to-understand ideas that drive meaningful outcomes and actions.

He is a respected thought-leader, battle-tested consultant, mentor, and sought-after keynote speaker on the topics of hotel technology, business strategy, growth, transformation, and innovation. Alan focuses on increasing business awareness and believes that everything hinges on the power of communication and effective storytelling.

Articles

The Hotel Technology Paradox: More Present Yet Less Visible
The Hotel Yearbook 2025 - Technology Edition