Flight Centre NZ's New Managing Director Ready for Take Off

Flight Centre NZ's New Managing Director Ready for Take Off

Flight Centre (NZ) Ltd today announced the return of David Coombes as the company’s new managing director.

Mr Coombes, who has been with the company for 15 years, previously spent almost three years in New Zealand between 2011 and 2013 as general manager product. He returns to the business today ready to take the pilots seat and lead the team in what is predicted to be an exciting year within the travel industry. He will succeed Chris Greive, who announced his departure late last year.

‘Coombsie’, as he is affectionately known, started his career with Flight Centre Travel Group more than 15 years ago as a travel consultant in Brisbane, Australia. He’s since risen through the ranks to his most recent position as senior vice president product in the United States.

Mr Coombes has had many great successes during his time with FCTG. He’s lead multiple teams to global recognition at the FCTG Global Gathering, achieved record business results in NZ and the USA and was the recipient of the FCNZ Directors Award for 2013/2014.

Mr Greive will officially finish at the end of February 2016 after almost two years as managing director. Greive has been with FCTG for more than 30 years, he previously led the New Zealand business from 1990 to 2004. Although Greive officially steps down as managing director he will continue an active involvement with the company in an advisory capacity.

“Chris has enjoyed great success in New Zealand during the past two years and we congratulate him on his achievements during this period. We look forward to his continued contribution to the company as he embarks on this next venture,” FCTG executive Rob Flint said.

Greive says Coombes is taking over Flight Centre (NZ) Ltd at a time when the company is in a strong position with consumers.

"With Kiwis travelling more than ever the industry is booming right now. It’s an exciting time to be in travel and Flight Centre is leading the game.”

“With significant investments made in the last 12 months and a strong focus on innovation, this last year has seen us continue our tradition of growing market share and really cement ourselves as the leading travel retailer in NZ,” Mr Greive says.

Mr Coombes says, “I’m thrilled to be back in New Zealand. The existing team is extremely talented and I’m looking forward to bringing all aspects together for the year ahead.”

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