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First Class Executive by Scott Poniewaz is an exclusive column on SeniorExecutive.com. As Head of EXEC, a highly curated hotel, travel, lifestyle and business benefits program designed to improve the lives of busy executives, Poniewaz discusses business travel and lifestyle trends every top executive should be keyed into.

Scott Poniewaz

Head of EXEC

Senior Executive Contributor

I spent over 15 years as an executive in the travel and deals space, including having founded the largest college daily deal site, CampusDibs. Prior to building EXEC, I led growth initiatives in the recruiting technology space. Avid golfer, traveler, and foodie. Discover more at www.joinexec.com. Learn more

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