Founding team at Expedia (within Microsoft). I led Marketing before becoming President, then CEO at first Expedia and IAC Travel (the precursor to today's Expedia Inc collection of companies). I went on to be CEO at Terrapass, focused on carbon emission reduction, and CEO at Butterfield & Robinson, a pioneer in high-end adventure travel. Since then, I've been involved in dozens of start up companies as an investor, advisor, or board member, through Pine5 Ventures and Narrative.Fund, and have worked with later stage companies as a Venture Partner at TCV. I continue to invest in startups through Blachford Capital, with specific focus on online travel, health & fitness, and clean energy.As a board member, I qualify under SEC rules to serve on public company Audit Committees. I have also served on or Chaired several Compensation Committees, both public and private, as well as Nomination & Governance Committees, and I served as the Lead Independent Director at Peloton Interactive. Specialties: Marketing, management, strategy, advice, governance, online travelWant to chat about your business? I’m available at intro.co/erikblachford
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OwnerCamp NominingueSan Francisco, Ca, Us
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Independent Venture InvestorBlachford Capital Llc Sep 2021 - PresentI'm an investor, advisor, and board member at early stage companies, usually consumer tech startups, across range of categories including travel, clean energy, health & fitness, real estate, education, and recruiting.
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Board Member, Various CommitteesZillow Mar 2005 - PresentSeattle, Washington, UsZillow Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: Z and ZG) is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people. As the most visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow and its affiliates help people find and get the home they want by connecting them with digital solutions, dedicated partners and agents, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. -
Board Member, Compensation/Hr CommitteeBusbud Jul 2017 - PresentMontreal, Quebec, CaBusbud is a leading global mobility group that operates marketplaces focused on ground travelwhere travelers can book intercity bus and train tickets on over 3 million routes in 80+ countriesworldwide. The company also offers B2B software that powers the business of ground traveloperators across the globe. -
Board Member, Compensation CommitteeDcbel Jan 2020 - PresentMontreal, Quebec, Cadcbel Inc. is a growing company operating in multiple countries striving to develop technology and design products that will make clean, efficient and sustainable energy accessible to all — because everyone in the world deserves energy without compromise. -
Board MemberAdventure Travel Trade Association Sep 2021 - PresentSeattle, Wa, UsEstablished in 1990, the Adventure Travel Trade Association is the largest global network of adventure travel leaders. The ATTA offers a deep portfolio of strategic solutions and a robust ecosystem of events around the world. -
OwnerCamp Nominingue Sep 2015 - PresentNominingue, Qc, CaFounded in 1925 on the idea that a sleepaway wilderness camp experience would help boys develop responsibility, maturity and leadership, our summer camp program has developed a unique understanding of the needs of boys aged 7-15. As thousands of former campers and staff can attest, a summer at Camp Nominingue is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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Board Member, Various CommitteesNerdy Oct 2015 - Aug 2022Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY) is a leading platform for live online learning, with a mission to transform the way people learn through technology. The Company’s purpose-built proprietary platform leverages technology, including AI, to connect learners of all ages to experts, delivering superior value on both sides of the network. -
Board Member, Lead Independent Director, Compensation CommitteePeloton Interactive Mar 2015 - Feb 2022New York, UsPeloton (NASDAQ: PTON), provides Members with expert instruction, and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, Peloton brings together immersive classes, cutting-edge technology and hardware, and the Peloton App with multiple tiers to personalize the Peloton experience [with or without equipment]. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Peloton has millions of Members across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria. -
Board Member, Various CommitteesSiteminder Jan 2014 - Oct 2021Millers Point, Nsw, AuSiteMinder Limited (ASX:SDR) is the name behind SiteMinder, the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, and Little Hotelier, an all-in-one hotel management software that makes the lives of small accommodation providers easier. The global company is headquartered in Sydney with offices in Bangalore, Bangkok, Barcelona, Berlin, Dallas, Galway, London and Manila. -
Venture PartnerTechnology Crossover Ventures Mar 2011 - Sep 2021Menlo Park, California, UsI work with the team at at TCV to evaluate late stage venture capital Internet investments. -
Board Member, Various CommitteesGlassdoor Jan 2008 - May 2018San Francisco, Ca, UsGlassdoor is revolutionizing how people everywhere find jobs and companies they love by providing deeper workplace transparency. Professionals turn to Glassdoor to research ratings, reviews, salaries and more at millions of employers, and to join communities to engage in candid workplace conversations. -
Executive ChairmanCouchsurfing Aug 2014 - Aug 2015San Francisco, Ca, UsCouchsurfing is a global network of over 11 million travelers, adventure seekers and lifelong learners in over 150,000 cities in every country in the world. Our free service connects travelers across the globe who share experiences ranging from hosting one another in their homes to having a beer to becoming close friends and travel companions. -
CeoButterfield & Robinson Jul 2009 - Jan 2011Toronto, Ontario, CaButterfield & Robinson is a world leader in top quality active travel. We slow down to see the world, by bike, on foot, and by sea. Since 1966. -
CeoTerrapass, Inc. May 2007 - Jun 2009Houston, Texas, UsTerraPass Inc. works with developers of greenhouse gas reduction projects to bring to market verified carbon credits. We're also a leading retailer of carbon offsets, consumer energy efficiency products, and great green gifts through www.terrapass.com. -
President & CeoIac Travel Sep 2003 - Dec 2004I managed online travel companies including Expedia, Hotels.com, and Hotwire.
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President & CeoExpedia Inc. Mar 2003 - Dec 2004Seattle, Wa, Us -
PresidentExpedia Inc. Jan 2002 - Feb 2003Seattle, Wa, Us
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Svp MarketingExpedia Inc. Nov 1999 - Jan 2002Seattle, Wa, Us
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Various MarketingMicrosoft Expedia Dec 1995 - Nov 1999Redmond, Washington, Us
Erik Blachford Education Details
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Columbia Business SchoolBusiness -
Princeton UniversityEnglish & Theatre
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San Francisco State UniversityCreative Writing
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