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Daniel Kinnoch
CEO and Co-Founder, LoungePair
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About me

I’m the CEO and co‑founder of LoungePair, a platform connecting travelers with flexible, on‑demand airport lounge access. Our technology also supports airlines, travel companies, and financial services partners in delivering lounge benefits to their customers.

Originally from Australia, I’ve called Auckland, New Zealand home since 2014, where I also run a professional services consultancy in the field of resource management planning. I was the Managing Editor for Point Hacks New Zealand from 2017 through to 2020.

I’m passionate about the journey as much as the destination: from lounges and premium cabins to loyalty programs and hotels. Outside of work, you’ll often find me exploring cities, enjoying good food, or taking long drives to discover what lies beyond.

Why did you join the community?

Want to connect with others in the travel start up community

What is your favorite travel destination?

Hong Kong

Where do you dream of traveling to?

South America

What was your first travel job?

Editor for Point Hacks (New Zealand)

What do you want to learn more about?

The industry on a whole. What motivates others.

Three words that describe why we should travel?

Emotion, culture, freedom.

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  • This is a sweet app! Are you looking to expand outside of these markets in future? I presume your business model is centred around ease + taking a portion of the tax refund for yourselves. How do you intend to market to non-EU residents that are sh... show more

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    ZappTax 3 years ago

  • Hi Nick, what a great platform, particularly for those looking to save money on flights. Our company offer discounted rates on airport lounge access. We could have a conversation around bundling in an offer for your Premium users. Shoot me an email at... show more

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    Manyflights 3 years ago

  • Hi Cheryl - absolutely not, we see airlines as our partners, not competition. They offer day passes or access to elite members, but they often experience the same struggle with filling seats especially out of their hub cities. Our product offers pricin... show more

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    LoungePair 3 years ago

  • The posts above are spot on, and I have to rack my brain to even think of anything to add. I'll touch again on the business vs. leisure travel split, which Mark Lenahan delved into above (must read post). Society is now hooked on Zoom and Microsoft Te... show more

  • This wasn't long enough Mark because your insights are absolutely spot on. Here I was thinking about what to write myself, and you took the words out of my head and put them down very eloquently.

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