Shafiq KHAN

Shafiq's contribution to Teach the World

In 2016, Shafiq took the leap of leaving the corporate world in exchange for the world of social good. He founded Teach The World Foundation, Inc., with the belief that digital technology has massive potential to transform education. Shafiq's experience as a pioneer of digital transformation in the travel industry shaped Teach The World's mission.

Shafiq's career

Shafiq has had an impressive career pioneering the travel industry by introducing eTicketing to the airline world. After his tenure at United Airlines and US Airways, Shafiq moved on Marriott International, where he worked as Vice President and Senior Vice President for 16 years. As head of Channel Strategy and Distribution and Senior Vice President of eCommerce, Shafiq:

• Led the development and execution of Marriott’s omni-channel strategy, consolidating all channels—digital and traditional

• Was the Head of Digital, which includes the world’s largest hotel website and mobile channel-- Marriott.com, Marriott Mobile, ... as well as multiple foreign language websites

• Was a key founders of Roomkey.com (a joint venture of the top six US hotel chains) providing strategic direction and support as a member of its board of directors, representing Marriott as a key shareholder

• Was responsible for electronic Global Distribution Systems sales through travel agencies worldwide

• Led Marriott’s initiatives to build industry distribution channel solutions for key business segments