What is Threedot?
Threedot • Travel Consultancy stands as a visionary advisory service, founded to guide companies that dare to make a difference, restart the industry, and help it serve its purpose in a more resilient and sustainable manner. With its focus on strategy and transformation in the commercial, financial, and digital realms of air travel, Threedot channels decades of personal travel experience and industry insight into shaping the future of aviation. Air travel has come a long way since its birth as a global industry in 1944, yet the Covid crisis and climate change have brutally reminded everyone that substantial work remains to deploy sustainable practices. Launched in the midst of a pandemic, Threedot’s emergence marks a bold move aimed at rejuvenating an industry in need of reinvention…
Main Benefit of the Project
The core strength of Threedot lies in its ability to blend real-world travel passion with strategic know-how, unlocking growth opportunities for a sustainable future. Key figures and facts include:
- Founded in February 2021 during the COVID crisis to aid the travel industry’s recovery;
- Driven by Eric Léopold’s over 40 years of personal travel experience and 15 years dedicated to the air travel sector;
- Introduced through a white paper titled “30 proposals for airline capabilities post-COVID-19 crisis” published in December 2020;
- Built on extensive one-to-one interviews with industry thought leaders and strategic planning as Director of Industry Strategy Airline Capability at IATA;
- Focused on establishing actionable industry priorities that require a collaborative approach among various players.
Transforming Air Travel Post-COVID
Emerging in a time when the aviation world was grappling with unparalleled challenges, Threedot brought forward a refreshing perspective on how to navigate the changes enforced by the pandemic. The firm’s proposals aim to turn unprecedented obstacles into stepping stones for a resilient future. It emphasizes that every challenge—be it the fallout of COVID-19 or the mounting pressures of climate change—contains the seeds of opportunity. The white paper details proposals that seek to guide the industry’s evolution in manageable, industry-wide business cases… highlighting that meaningful change takes collective effort. As air travel fights for survival, the potential for a stronger resurgence is ever-present, pushing the narrative that recovery is not only possible, but also necessary.
Guiding Through Experience and Insight
At the heart of Threedot’s approach is the invaluable experience of its founder, Eric Léopold. With a career marked by 15 years in leadership roles at IATA and an enduring passion for travel and technology, his journey has been nothing short of transformative. Eric’s vibrant background—starting from developing internet startups, graduating in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, and Business Administration, to defining an industry strategy during a global crisis—forms the backbone of Threedot’s advisory persona. His direct conversations with airline leaders and industry experts have shaped a dynamic, nuanced perspective that is both pragmatic and innovative. Every recommendation reflects a drive to harmonize technology with real-world challenges and opportunities.
The White Paper: A Blueprint for Renewal
One of Threedot’s standout contributions is its detailed white paper, “30 proposals for airline capabilities post-COVID-19 crisis.” Crafted by Eric Léopold, the document is a thoughtful reflection built on years of industry experience and in-depth interviews with thought leaders. It presents the rationale behind the essential priorities for the industry’s transformation. Each proposal is designed as an industry business case that any player may choose to lead. Far from being a one-sided vision, the white paper is a conversation starter aimed at sparking debate and inspiring collaborative action to reinvent the airline sector. Even as the proposals maintain a rigorous analytical framework, they communicate a conversational sense of urgency—reminding readers that the path forward requires collective resolve and proactive engagement…
About Eric Léopold
Eric Léopold embodies the passion and determination necessary to drive meaningful change in air travel. His lifelong enthusiasm for travel and technology converged into the creation of Threedot. Prior to launching his own consultancy in February 2021, he held pivotal roles at IATA, shaping the industry’s strategic vision in turbulent times. His academic journey in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, and Business Administration laid the groundwork for a tech-informed, business-savvy approach to strategy and transformation. Eric’s experience in interviewing numerous thought leaders during one of the most challenging periods for the airline industry highlights his commitment to uncovering actionable insights that can fuel a sustainable revival. His story is one of reinvention—stepping away from the traditional to pioneer a new era where air travel can thrive once again.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – fostering innovative solutions and resilient systems in air travel.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – enhancing connectivity with sustainable practices for improved urban and regional mobility.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – emphasizing robust strategies to mitigate environmental impacts and promote sustainability in the industry.
Looking Ahead: Travel as a Force for Good
Threedot’s narrative is a vibrant reminder that travel remains a force for good—a dynamic enabler of global connection and progress. It stands as an inspiring example of how a crisis can serve as a catalyst for transformative change, urging the industry to adopt resilient and sustainable practices. The consultancy’s blend of real-world insights, far-reaching experience, and actionable strategies lays a strong foundation for the future of air travel. With the conviction that people will travel abroad again soon, Threedot’s vision offers a hopeful blueprint built on pragmatism and passion. It reaffirms the belief that every challenge, when met with innovation and commitment, opens the door to a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow… inspiring a journey where the spirit of travel champions progress and unity in a rapidly changing world.
