It will bring together "new and diverse" perspectives to the BTA and has been designed to "ensure the industry flourishes" by "reflecting the needs and views" of everyone within it. 
 
The board will be responsible for assessing how the BTA and the industry appeal to a wider and more diverse demographic, by working in groups to tackle issues and bring about positive change to the industry.
 
The 13 board members include Sonam Popat from Gray Dawes Travel, Peter Snowdon from TAG, Georgia Suttie from Agiito, Egencia’s Liam Kelly and Alessandra Rossi from Reed MacKay.
 
Clive Wratten, chief executive of the BTA, said: "It is vitally important that the business travel sector is represented by a diverse range of members. I’m confident that the board will help bring a fresh perspective into how we, as the BTA, represent everyone in business travel."
  
All appointments are for two years, and the board will choose its own chair who will serve for two years once appointed.