RoomIt by CWT, the global hotel distribution division of CWT, the B2B4E travel management platform, today announced the appointment of Shannon Hyland as Senior Vice President of Global Supply. In this role, Hyland will provide overall leadership and execution of the supplier strategy and effectiveness, and market management.
“We are very excited to have Shannon join the RoomIt team as he has invaluable experience helping companies in finance, strategy and operations, specifically relating to operating performance, increasing profitability and driving business growth,” said David Falter, President of RoomIt. “Shannon is uniquely positioned to help drive RoomIt’s success in its supplier strategy and partnerships.”
Prior to joining RoomIt, Hyland was the CEO and Executive Vice President of Radius Travel for the past 11 years. Before that, he had stints as CFO at both Groople and The Mark Travel Corporation. Hyland started his career as an engineer in the airline industry, working at Continental and United Airlines before switching to finance positions at Amerada Hess Corporation, America West Airlines and Cendant Corporation.
Hyland holds a MBA in Finance and International Business from New York University and a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Arizona State University.
CWT is a leading global partner in business travel, meetings, and events. Operating across six continents, we deliver sustainable, tailored solutions that help organizations connect, engage, and thrive in an evolving world. Our myCWT platform integrates advanced technology with human expertise to simplify travel and enhance traveler and attendee experiences. Extensive global coverage, seamless data integration, AI-driven analytics, and carbon-conscious travel tools enable businesses to optimize their travel and meetings programs while delivering measurable value.
With 150 years of industry experience and a deep commitment to partnership, CWT collaborates with clients to shape the future of business travel and events, making them more efficient, responsible, and impactful.
RoomIt by CWT
RoomIt by CWT is the hotel distribution division of CWT. Every day we match travelers with the right room at the right rate, and every minute we book over 30 hotel rooms. We also provide travelers with the amenities and loyalty programs they want, while helping organizations control their budget and improve travel oversight.