“Being an inspiring leader through good and bad times both at work and for the family. Share my international experience bringing people together with tolerance and show that life balance and success always go together.“
Andreas Blass is an accomplished international executive with over three decades of expertise in tourism, commercial aviation, and destination management. Currently serving as the CEO of Caribbean Tours AG and Caribbean Tours USA LLC., a Swiss-owned destination management company with operations across Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Mexico, Andreas brings a wealth of strategic vision and hands-on experience to the tourism and hospitality sectors. His leadership style is characterized by a strong focus on customer needs, intercultural communication, and participative management, ensuring that complex, decentralized organizations run smoothly while driving business results.
Throughout his career, Andreas has held a variety of senior management roles in both Europe and the Americas. As the Commercial Director of Kassel Airport in Germany, he was instrumental in traffic development, brand repositioning, and new business acquisition. His consulting firm, Es Klappt Gestión, has seen him advise airports, tourism groups, and hotel chains in business development, restructuring, and project management. Notably, Andreas led the launch of BQB Líneas Aéreas in Uruguay and served as CEO of Binter Canarias, where his leadership earned the airline the prestigious ‘European Regional Airline of the Year’ award.
His global expertise spans continents, including significant professional experience in the USA, Germany, Spain, Latin America, the Caribbean, Scandinavia and the Middle East. Andreas’ linguistic versatility—fluent in six languages—coupled with his profound understanding of international business and cultural environments, has positioned him as a leader capable of navigating and succeeding in dynamic global markets.
He holds an MBA from EAP/ESCP, with studies in Paris, Oxford, and Berlin, and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Economics from the University of Freiburg. With a career dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and operational excellence in tourism and aviation, Andreas Blass continues to be a driving force in reshaping the future of these industries across the globe.
Character
Andreas Blass exemplifies a participative leadership style, emphasizing collaboration and clear definitions of responsibilities within his teams. His strong commercial acumen and openness to change enable him to navigate complex and multicultural environments effectively.
Knowledge
With over three decades of experience in tourism and commercial aviation, Andreas possesses a deep understanding of international business practices. His academic background, including an MBA and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Economics, further strengthens his expertise in strategic business planning and management.
Strategic
Andreas has a proven track record of developing and implementing successful business strategies, evidenced by his role in earning Binter Canarias the title of ‘European Regional Airline of the Year.’ His strategic vision includes identifying new market opportunities and effectively managing resources to achieve organizational goals.
Communication
Fluent in six languages, Andreas excels in intercultural communication, allowing him to build relationships and facilitate negotiations across diverse cultural landscapes. His experience in senior leadership roles has equipped him with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and foster collaboration among stakeholders.
