Testimonials

“I have collaborated with Michael Ball over many years in a number of capacities across global assignments from hotel representation to international branding initiatives. His understanding of operations , marketing and distribution in the hospitality and travel industry is extensive and he brings global perspective to every assignment. An excellent communicator, working with owners, operators and the industry he shows a depth of knowledge and creative vision which is an asset to any assignment.”

“Michael provided invaluable assistance to Idiso in helping to formulate and then execute its major international strategy during 2016/2017. He provided extensive strategic and practical advice on planning the approach to the market, product and pricing formulation, recruitment of key personnel and guidance on the international sales and marketing strategies. Later, as the Non Executive President of the Idiso International Advisory Board, Michael used his considerable personal knowledge and familiarity with many of the C Level leaders and consultants in the hospitality and distribution technology sectors to put together and run an impressive and highly talented Advisory Board for the Company.”


Idiso is a full service hotel sales and distribution partner, provide a range of digital, CRS, sales and revenue services to over 3,000 hotels, in 40 countries. In 2016 they processed over 3 million bookings with a transaction value of over $ 1.6 Billion.

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“Mike was instrumental in the formation of IHS and led the buy and build strategy combining Worldhotels and Trust International, IFH AG and Nexus World Services to create one the of the world’s leading hotel services businesses with over $3 billion of TTV. Having conceived the strategy he then drove its successful implementation and presided over a near tripling of EBITDA over the 5 years hold period. Mike deserves great credit for his role in this highly successful investment which concluded with a successful sale to Battery Ventures, a USA Private Equity Company for nearly 4x money.”
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“Michael has a deep understanding of the leisure and travel industry with a background rooted in marketing, distribution and related technologies. His ability to cut through the clutter and strategise on both a local and international scale, makes him a valuable resource for any Organisation wanting to re-position itself in an ever- changing environment. Michael possesses a unique ability to listen and absorb the issues quickly and then either independently or within teams, execute strategy. Michael’s high IQ, coupled with a humble yet engaging approach, make him ideal to advise on any of today’s industry issues and opportunities.
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