TravelPerk, a Barcelona-based business travel platform, marks its 10th anniversary with a bold rebrand, a $200 million funding round, and the acquisition of AI-powered expense platform Yokoy. The rebrand, developed with Wolff Olins, introduces vibrant colors like "Perk Green." The Series E funding, led by Atomico and EQT Growth, values TravelPerk at $2.7 billion. The investment will support US expansion and further AI development, aiming to integrate travel and expense management.

TravelPerk, a business travel management platform, raised $200 million in a Series E round led by Atomico and EQT Growth, boosting its valuation to $2.7 billion. The funding will accelerate its U.S. expansion. TravelPerk also acquired Swiss fintech Yokoy, known for its AI-driven expense management solutions. This acquisition strengthens their collaboration, aiming to enhance travel and expense management through AI. TravelPerk's annual bookings exceed $2.5 billion, with revenues over $200 million.

Here's our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week.Editor's note: This roundup was created with the help of ChatGPT.Amex GBT names new senior leadership. American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has announced new senior leadership appointments in marketing and technology. Evan Konwiser is appointed chief product and strategy officer, overseeing product development, corporate strategy, communications and sustainability. Konwiser, who joined Amex GBT in 2020, has held several leadership roles. Alisa Copeman is named chief marketing officer, responsible for brand and marketing strategies. Copeman previously served as senior vice president of global marketing at Amex GBT and CMO at Barclays UK