Co-Owner / The BBQ Magazine
Ian Jones, BEM, is a superpower speaker who brings three decades of corporate travel expertise to stages worldwide, delivering insights that reshape how we think about business travel, workplace inclusion, and human connection. As a management consultant with temoji and former leader at Festive Road, Ian has guided global travel organisations including Marriott, Navan, Trainline, and Sabre through their most strategic challenges across Europe, Asia, and North America.
Ian's rare combination of deep industry knowledge and authentic personal storytelling creates transformative experiences for audiences. He seamlessly weaves together corporate travel strategy with his lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia, championing neurodivergent travellers and workplace inclusion with both vulnerability and expertise. His approach doesn't just inform—it inspires genuine change in how organisations think about accessibility and empathy in travel.
In 2024 alone, Ian collaborated with over 250 speakers to deliver 179 hours of compelling live content across eight countries. His moderation style is described as ``magnificent,`` ``engaging,`` and ``full of fun surprises``—creating environments where complex industry topics become accessible and actionable conversations.
As co-owner and Event Director of The BBQ Magazine, Ian bridges the corporate and culinary worlds, designing unique experiences for partners including Berkeley Homes and Redrow Homes. This cross-industry perspective brings fresh insights to traditional travel discussions, making him a sought-after voice for innovation and creative problem-solving.
Honoured with the British Empire Medal in 2021 for extraordinary community leadership during COVID-19, Ian embodies the values of service and resilience that resonate with modern business audiences. His work spans continents and industries, but his focus remains consistently human-centred.
``Ian, you are the best moderator and a gem!`` - Jenny Sabineu, Senior Manager, Travel & Sustainability, Salesforce
``The brilliance of Ian Jones hurts my eyes. This man is engaging, witty and full of fun surprises.`` - Anne Waymire, Senior Director, Travel Leaders
``Once again Ian delivered a superb Corporate Advisory Board... It's an absolute pleasure to work with Ian.`` - Wendy Traynor, Senior Director UKI & Nordics, Marriott International
Corporate travel conferences and summits
Workplace inclusion and accessibility events
Innovation and strategy forums
Cross-industry leadership discussions
Moderated panels requiring expert facilitation