HRS Leadership

Tobias Ragge

Meet the globally rewarded CEO of HRS Group: Mr. Tobias Ragge. Find out how he transformed a family business into a global tech leader trusted by Fortune 500 companies worldwide.

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A visionary in business travel

Tobias Ragge embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship in its second generation. Taking over the company, he transformed its legacy—turning it into a global technology company. Today, he and his team are redefining how businesses stay, work, and pay.

What sets Tobias apart is his visionary mindset. He recognized the disruptive power of the internet, data, and AI early on. His goal? Positioning HRS at the forefront of this digital transformation. From pioneering SaaS models to driving sustainability initiatives like Green Stay, Tobias is both innovator and intrapreneur-in-chief. He lives and breathes the company values like resilience, customer-centricity, and empowerment. His leadership style is competitive yet collaborative. Driven yet people-focused. Pragmatic yet pioneering.

For the HRS Tribe, he is more than a CEO—he is the embodiment of the company’s purpose to make business life better and to continually challenge the status quo in travel tech.

Career

Milestones & achievements

2025 - Inducted into the Business Travel Hall of Fame

Recognized as the first German leader ever to receive this honor.

2024 - Awarded for Payment Automation & Data Innovation

Honored for driving digital transformation and sustainability across global travel programs.

2020 - Launched Green Stay Initiative

Pioneered the first scientific standard for decarbonizing hotel stays.

2011 - Led global expansion

Opened offices across the United States, Asia-Pacific, and China — establishing HRS as a global player.

2008 - Appointed CEO

Took over from his father, Robert Ragge, and set a bold vision for transformation.

2004 - Joined HRS Group

Began his journey in the family business, preparing for leadership in a time of digital disruption.

Awards & recognitions

From sustainability to digital innovation, Tobias Ragge has been globally rewarded for pioneering progress.

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Media & appearances

Check out Tobias’ take on the future of travel. In conversation with global innovators, featured in leading outlets, or on stage at conferences.

HRS Acquires Paypense, Boosting Its Global Payment & Spend-Management Platform
Press Release
August 4, 2022

HRS Acquires Paypense, Boosting Its Global Payment & Spend-Management Platform

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HRS Acquires Paypense, Boosting Its Global Payment & Spend-Management Platform
HRS Crisis Management Solution Delivers Turnkey Tech & Safe Hotel Options
Press Release
May 26, 2021

HRS Crisis Management Solution Delivers Turnkey Tech & Safe Hotel Options

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HRS Crisis Management Solution Delivers Turnkey Tech & Safe Hotel Options
HRS and Radisson Hotels Extend Global Partnership
Press Release
September 2, 2020

HRS and Radisson Hotels Extend Global Partnership

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HRS and Radisson Hotels Extend Global Partnership
Addition Enhances the Most Advanced Procure2Reimburse Global Lodging Platform
Press Release
April 14, 2021

Addition Enhances the Most Advanced Procure2Reimburse Global Lodging Platform

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Addition Enhances the Most Advanced Procure2Reimburse Global Lodging Platform
HRS Launches Longstay Service for Corporate Travelers (8+ Nights Segment)
Press Release
October 19, 2021

HRS Launches Longstay Service for Corporate Travelers (8+ Nights Segment)

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HRS Launches Longstay Service for Corporate Travelers (8+ Nights Segment)
Accor Participating in HRS’ Green Stay Initiative
Sustainability
October 21, 2021

Accor Participating in HRS’ Green Stay Initiative

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Accor Participating in HRS’ Green Stay Initiative

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