Travelex names Matthew Thiel as director of sales development

Travelex Insurance has appointed Matthew Thiel as Director of Sales Development. A 17-year travel industry veteran, Thiel brings experience across corporate travel, cruise lines, and travel insurance, with a focus on sales and business development.

Thiel will lead new-business pipeline growth across US travel segments and support global enterprise opportunities.

His appointment follows the launch of Travelex’s new Zurich-underwritten product suite, which has already set sales records in early 2025.

“With our new plans breaking sales records, we’re poised for growth in 2025. It is the ideal time to bring Matthew on board to create new opportunities. He’s no stranger to travel insurance and has spent more than 15 years in the travel industry. Matthew has a deep understanding of what travelers and travel advisors need.” – Matt Seymour, vice president of North American sales at Travelex.