GBTG CTO John David Thompson to depart May 31; equity vesting extended through Nov 2026
Global Business Travel Group, Inc.
EVP, Chief Technology Officer John David Thompson's employment terminates May 31, 2026.
Eligible for severance under existing Severance Protection Agreement: 1-year base salary continuation, COBRA premiums, and pro-rata bonus.
Outstanding RSUs and PSUs extended and treated as if employed through November 30, 2026; stock options exercisable through later of normal period or Nov 30, 2026.
Thompson's responsibilities will be allocated to other senior leadership team members.
Severance conditioned on execution of general release of claims and compliance with non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality covenants.
On May 12, 2026, Global Business Travel Group, Inc. (the “ Company ”) announced that the employment of Mr. John David Thompson, the Company’s EVP, Chief Technology Officer, will terminate on May 31, 2026 (the “ Departure Date ”).
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John David Thompson was terminated as EVP, Chief Technology Officer at Global Business Travel Group, Inc..
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terminated
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EVP, Chief Technology Officer
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On May 12, 2026, Global Business Travel Group, Inc. (the “ Company ”) announced that the employment of Mr. John David Thompson, the Company’s EVP, Chief Technology Officer, will terminate on May 31, 2026 (the “ Departure Date ”).
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