Kate Heiny

Kate Heiny is a sustainability leader who currently serves as the Vice President of Sustainability at Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG).12 She joined Booking Holdings in this role in early 2023 and is now based in Amsterdam.4

In August 2023, Heiny was elected to the Board of Directors of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) for a 3-year term.3 The GSTC is an independent and neutral organization that plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable tourism practices globally.2

With her extensive experience in sustainability, Heiny brings valuable expertise to both her roles:

1. At Booking Holdings, she leads sustainability efforts across the company's operations, products, and services.1

2. As a GSTC Board member, she contributes to the organization's mission of making tourism more sustainable worldwide.2

Heiny is known for her ability to leverage sustainability concepts to enhance business performance.5 Her enterprise-level perspective allows her to integrate sustainability strategies effectively across large organizations.

Her involvement with the GSTC and Booking Holdings positions her at the intersection of the travel industry and sustainable tourism efforts, allowing her to influence and drive sustainability initiatives in the global tourism sector.