Mark Corbett Joins Navan as Senior Director, Commercial Innovation & Strategy

Mark Corbett is joining Navan as Senior Director, Commercial Innovation & Strategy. A proven tech founder and high-growth executive, Corbett brings CEO-level execution to Navan, where he will focus on delivering new revenue opportunities and efficiencies across the product offering, thus driving increased savings and a better experience for Navan customers. While his remit is broad, Mark’s initial focus centers on optimizing the Navan Lodging Collection and corporate negotiated rates to ensure a best-in-class hotel booking experience. As a seasoned operator and industry disruptor, he will spearhead collaborations with emergent third-party technologies and agentic providers, paving the way for real-world trials that keep Navan at the absolute cutting edge of travel innovation.

“Mark operates with the discipline and visionary thinking that Navan requires to dominate the T&E sector,” said Michael Riegel, Chief Customer Officer, Navan. “He understands how to scale complex software ecosystems while keeping the user experience at the center. His ability to turn sophisticated data into actionable commercial strategy will be a massive asset as we continue to lead the industry.”

Prior to joining Navan, Corbett founded Thrust Carbon, a sustainability intelligence and behaviour change platform. His work with enterprise giants like Novartis, S&P Global, and Toyota, combined with his recognition as a two-time honoree on BTN Europe’s ‘Most Influential’ list, has cemented his status as one of the elite operators in corporate travel.

“Navan is leading the industry with its holistic use of AI, and I’m thrilled to act as a ‘disruptor from within’ to bridge commercial strategy with a seamless user experience,” said Corbett. “There has never been a more exciting time to build intelligent systems rather than traditional tools. By leveraging Navan’s agility and innovation, we can drive measurable impact for our customers faster than ever before.”

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