Forrest ZhangIn this newly-created role, Zhang will work to further strengthen Hotelbeds' position in the bedbank sector, placing a strategic focus on this key market which is currently its fourth biggest source market globally. Zhang will be directly responsible for all the company's activities which are focused on the Chinese market, and will report directly to Carlos Muñoz, managing director of Hotelbeds. Prior to his new role, Zhang held the position of director of market management for mainland China at Expedia. He has a wealth of experience in general management, sales leadership and market development in different industries across mainland China, including hotels, serviced apartments, vacation rental acquisitions and account management. He was also responsible for managing relationships with Expedia's extensive hotel portfolio, including global accounts, local chains and independent hotels on property level.