Brian Batts is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of professional experience spanning the global ad tech, travel, and SaaS industries. As a visionary leader known for driving strategic partnerships and transformative product strategies, Brian has consistently delivered results across a spectrum of business models—from innovative startups to mature enterprise platforms.
Currently serving as vice president of global partnerships at Revinate, Brian leads the company’s global strategic alliances, helping shape its ecosystem of technology partners and solutions that empower hospitality clients to deepen guest engagement. His role centers on scaling partnership programs that drive customer value, increase operational efficiency, and open new revenue channels in the rapidly evolving travel technology landscape.
Prior to joining Revinate, Brian held influential leadership roles at industry-defining organizations. At Kevel, he served as vice president of business development, spearheading strategic growth for the company’s ad-serving infrastructure. Before that, he was a key executive at Koddi, where he held dual roles as VP of strategy and corporate development and VP of client services, playing a pivotal role in scaling client solutions and strengthening the company’s market presence. Brian also played a transformative role at HookLogic, which was acquired by Criteo, where he served as VP of travel and helped evolve eCommerce search advertising programs for major OTAs and hotel brands.
Earlier in his career, Brian built a foundation of excellence through leadership roles in product management, digital marketing, and business strategy at respected companies including kgb, American Express Vacations / Travel Impressions, Travelport, and Expedia. His expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, digital transformation, user experience design, vendor management, and global campaign optimization.
Brian’s international exposure includes direct business experience in 30+ countries, with deep engagements in markets such as the UK and France. Though based in the United States, his global business lens enables him to navigate cross-cultural partnerships and execute with precision in diverse environments.
He is highly endorsed for his skills in strategic planning, project management, product strategy, negotiation, analytics, and process improvement. Known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to align cross-functional teams toward high-impact goals, Brian thrives in fast-paced, innovation-driven organizations.
Beyond his corporate leadership, Brian is a passionate advocate for mentorship and is now actively seeking board and advisory roles where he can offer his knowledge and insights to emerging companies. While he has not previously served on a board, he brings unmatched readiness, curiosity, and expertise that would make him an invaluable contributor to organizations seeking growth, transformation, or go-to-market excellence.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Brian is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, and attending live music events, reflecting his energetic and adventurous spirit both in and out of the boardroom.
Brian Batts is a strategic thinker, problem solver, and relationship builder—uniquely positioned to offer meaningful guidance to companies navigating the intersection of digital innovation, customer engagement, and global growth.
Character: Brian Batts demonstrates integrity, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit, making him a trusted and principled leader.
Knowledge: With over 25 years of experience, he possesses deep expertise in ad tech, travel technology, SaaS, and global business operations.
Strategic: Brian excels at developing and executing growth strategies, forming high-impact partnerships, and aligning product innovation with business objectives.
Communication: He is an effective communicator who bridges cross-functional teams, builds stakeholder alignment, and delivers clear, actionable insights.
