Michelle Byerley is Vice President of Airline Partnerships at Flex Pay by Upgrade, where she helps airlines and travelers win at the same time — making travel more accessible through affordable, responsible BNPL solutions.

With 30+ years building partnerships across some of the biggest names in travel — including United, Delta, Orbitz and AIG Travel — she knows what it takes to drive real results in a complex industry.

Michelle is known for bringing people together, thinking strategically, and never losing sight of what travel ultimately means to people: connection, adventure, and a little bit of wonder.