Benjamin Beh joins FCM Travel Japan from BCD Travel.
FCM Travel Asia has expanded its leadership team in Japan with leaders appointed in account management, meetings and events, as well as sales and marketing.
Benjamin Beh has been appointed GM of FCM Travel Japan, bringing more than 20 years of corporate travel experience across travel management companies and corporate travel buyers.
He joins from BCD Travel, where he most recently served as director of program management in Japan. Prior to that, he held Singapore-based roles with companies such as Abott.
Beh will lead FCM’s business in Japan, focusing on customer relationships and business development.
Aki Yonezu has been named head of Account Management and Meetings & Events, following seven years in various roles at FCM’s parent company, Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG).
Norimasa Arase takes on the role of sales & marketing manager, bringing 20 years of experience in corporate sales, marketing and business strategy within Japan’s travel industry.
Joe Nakazawa has also joined FCTG in Japan as director of supplier relations and strategic partnerships. He will focus on strengthening relationships with airlines, hotels and other travel industry partners. His previous roles include senior positions at the International Air Transport Association, Tourism Australia and Japan Travel Bureau.
Vicki Parris, managing director, FCM Travel Asia, commented: “Japan is an important market for FCM, and the management team we now have in place reflects our ambitions for the business. With this team in place, we have the right mix of experience and relationships to grow our business in Japan and support our customers as their needs evolve.”