Claire Steiner
UK Director / Global Travel and Tourism Partnership
Championing Talent and Future Leaders in Travel & Tourism
With an impressive career as an HR & Talent professional, Claire has established herself as a pivotal force in the UK travel and tourism industry, working across diverse sectors while maintaining her passion for developing the next generation of travel professionals.
Industry Leadership
As UK Director for the Global Travel and Tourism Partnership, Claire channels her expertise into inspiring young people to build successful and responsible careers in travel and tourism—focusing particularly on regions where tourism serves as an economic cornerstone.
Her commitment to education extends to her role as Director and Chair of Education & Training at the Institute of Travel & Tourism in the UK. There, she co-founded the innovative Future You initiative, which bridges the gap between industry and education to nurture emerging talent. Responding decisively to the talent challenges triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, Claire launched the Future You Foundation in 2022, demonstrating her adaptive leadership during crisis.
Making a Difference
Claire's influence reaches beyond traditional industry boundaries. She proudly serves as an industry Ambassador for the international water charity Just a Drop and contributes her expertise as an advisory Board member for Women in Travel (CIC)—a social enterprise working globally to empower women to achieve their economic and individual potential.
Recognised Industry Voice
A sought-after speaker at industry events and webinars, Claire regularly shares her insights and vision for the future of travel talent. She also brings her expertise to a wider audience as a panel member on the Travel Market Life podcast. Through her multifaceted work, Claire continues to shape the future of travel and tourism by championing talent development, diversity and responsible industry practices.
Over the past decade, Claire has established herself as a keynote speaker and moderator at numerous prestigious travel industry conferences and summits, both in the UK and internationally. Her compelling presentations cover a diverse range of topics—from emerging talent acquisition and retention strategies to employer engagement and brand development, workplace culture transformation and creating inclusive environments where all employees can thrive