BCD Names FCM's Eklund Chief Commercial Officer
BCD Travel announced that Marcus Eklund, former global managing director at FCM, will join the company on September 14 as global chief commercial officer. Current global chief commercial officer Mike Janssen will remain until his retirement at the end of 2026. Additionally, Craig Bailey, president of the Americas, will retire on June 30, 2027, and will be succeeded by Dave Mitchell, who will assume the role on January 1, 2027. BCD stated these changes result from years of thoughtful succession planning to ensure continuity.
Impact and considerations
Leadership changes at BCD reflect broader TMC industry transitions, potentially impacting client service strategies and market positioning, relevant for corporate travel managers.
Key points
- Marcus Eklund will join BCD on September 14 as global chief commercial officer.
- Current global chief commercial officer Mike Janssen will remain until his retirement at the end of 2026.
- Dave Mitchell will assume the role of president of the Americas on January 1, 2027.
- Current president of the Americas Craig Bailey will retire on June 30, 2027.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- Business Travel News
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- First source publication
- 26 Aug 2026, 12:00
- Page published
- 8 Sept 2026, 19:59
- Last updated
- 26 Aug 2026, 12:00
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- Business Travel News：BCD Names FCM's Eklund Chief Commercial Officer (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 26 Aug 2026, 12:00