Worldwide: Serviced accommodation provider Synergy Global Housing has promoted Claire Barrie to the position of executive vice president, global sales and marketing, after four years with the company.
Barrie joined Synergy as EMEA VP sales before building the group’s APAC presence. Most recently, Eastern US was included in her responsibilities.
She will be working with Susan Becker, VP of US sales, Robert Wyatt, VP of client services, and Robin Spindel, VP of marketing.
Prior to Synergy, Barrie held a VP sales role with BridgeStreet. Before that, she spent 14 years with Oakwood Worldwide serving in three different positions.
“Synergy has been supportive since the onset in development of its management team and next generation of leaders”, said Barrie. “It’s afforded me the opportunity to contribute in a significant way to the exponential growth of the serviced apartment industry, which has experienced a surge in popularity as preferences in accommodation and lifestyle have evolved. I am ready to take on this new challenge.”
Jack Jensky, co-founder of Synergy, said: “Claire has had a profound impact on expanding Synergy’s footprint throughout Europe and Asia. We have been so impressed with her sales acumen and ability to generate new business across diverse industries here at Synergy. Claire’s passion for delivering custom corporate housing solutions and her unwavering support for her clients, direct reports and colleagues has truly been inspiring and we look forward to her continued collaboration on the strategic direction of the company.”
Synergy provides service accommodation in more than 2,000 cities in over 85 countries, the company has offices in China, Singapore, India, England, Ireland and multiple locations throughout the United States.
