Michael Meyer, President and Co-founder of RateHighway since 2002, has been a pivotal figure in the IT and services industry, especially in car rental rate automation. He launched the first rate automation system, RateMonitor Elite, in 2004 and integrated AI into rate management in 2017, marking significant industry milestones.

Michael's career began as an avionics technician in the US Air Force, before moving into technology consulting at Microsoft and leading Rate-City, a hotel pricing system acquired by TravelCLICK in 2003. Recently, Michael expanded his influence to fleet management through Fleet Perfection.

Julie Flores, Co-Founder and Vice President of Operations at RateHighway, Inc., has been at the forefront of revolutionizing car rental pricing optimization and automation since the company's inception in 2002. With a professional history that extends over two decades within the travel industry, Julie's focus has been on advancing revenue management. Her journey began in hotel revenue management over 25 years ago, leading her to specialize in the car rental market for the past 21 years.


Julie's innovation, industry experience, and leadership have significantly contributed to reshaping the car rental industry. Her work has introduced groundbreaking solutions and fostered strategic partnerships, supporting every major car rental brand, including Enterprise, Hertz, and Avis. Julie's dedication and visionary approach have not only elevated RateHighway's standing but have also set new benchmarks for excellence and collaboration across the industry.

Chris Mitrision has extensive experience in the car rental industry, particularly in pricing and revenue management. At Advantage Rent A Car, he oversaw all revenue and pricing functions across 27 locations, contributing to a significant increase in rental revenue and operational cost reduction. He also developed and implemented various market-specific strategies and pricing systems, enhancing efficiency and profitability. Mitrision's expertise in the car rental sector is marked by his achievements in increasing sales, improving customer service, and leading efficient operations.

Gaurav Priyank is Head of Development at RateHighway Inc with over 17 years of experience in software development. With over a decade of experience in the Travel industry, Gaurav has established himself as a visionary leader in architecting innovative and efficient travel technology platforms.

Driven by a passion for both travel and technology, Gaurav embarked on his journey in the field after completing his degree in Engineering. Early in his career, he honed his technical skills working with various big and mid size Information Technology companies, gaining invaluable insights into the intricacies of the industry and the challenges it faces.

Throughout his career, Gaurav has demonstrated a remarkable ability to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that cater to the unique needs of the travel sector.

As a Chief Architect, Gaurav plays a pivotal role in guiding development teams, shaping architectural strategies, and driving innovations within RateHighway. He possess a keen understanding of emerging technologies and leveraging them to create scalable and resilient software architectures.

Overall, Gaurav is a dedicated and forward-thinking Architect who remains at the forefront of innovation in the travel technology space, driving positive change and delivering value to clients across the globe.

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David Arbuckle brings over six years of dedicated experience to his role as a Business Analyst at RateHighway. Specializing in data and business analysis, technical communication, and process improvement, David is known for his innovative solutions that enhance business profitability. His technical expertise spans tools such as SQL, R, AWS, Postman, Power BI, and Balsamiq, enabling him to manage complex projects with precision.

At RateHighway, David has been instrumental in designing new features. His strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent interpersonal abilities, allow him to build and maintain productive relationships with cross-functional teams, clients, and users.

David's career includes valuable experience at Ultimate Media Ventures, where he maintained the LAN center and assisted in media production, and at Mathobotix, where he served as a Lead Mentor in electronic and communications engineering technology. His educational background in Electronic Technology from Orange Coast College laid the foundation for his successful technical career.

Committed to continuous learning, David leverages his extensive knowledge to support his team and drive process improvements. He is a vital asset to RateHighway, contributing to the company's mission of delivering cutting-edge solutions to the car rental industry.