Chief Executive Officer

Mike co-founded Chai Travel after a decade of public service representing victims of domestic violence at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office.

He grew up in the travel industry and knows that there is no business as exciting or rewarding.

He feels tremendously privileged to work alongside his sisters and David Buda to build the premiere home for independent travel advisors.

In addition to Chai, Mike dedicates himself to various political and charitable causes as well as to his beloved New York Giants.

He resides in Brooklyn, NY with his wife Lindsay and their three daughters.

President

A renowned industry veteran, David has returned to the world of travel in partnership with the Liben family.

David served as Executive Vice President of Tzell Travel Group from 1988 to 2013. In that capacity he oversaw every aspect of agency operations - including working closely with independent advisors.

David shares the Libens’ belief in the value of a boutique host agency and Chai Travel is lucky to have him aboard.

Chief Operating Officer

Becca also co-founded Chai Travel after a long stint in the service of others.

In her previous career as a social worker and manager, she helped run a large NYC-based social services agency.

Becca strongly believes in the human side of management and operations. She was blessed to work closely with her father Barry Liben on his endeavors in the final years of his life.

In addition to her professional pursuits, she enjoys being with her family, spending time with her friends, and listening to Bruce Springsteen.

She resides in Westchester, NY with her husband Matt, their children and dog.

Chief Brand Officer

Daniella brings to Chai Travel a unique style and a track record of success in all of her personal and professional endeavors.

An entrepreneur at heart, after graduating from the School of Visual Arts, she owned and operated a successful retail clothing store in Montclair, New Jersey for close to a decade.

As a lover of luxury travel, she is thrilled to work with the industry’s best independent advisors and to provide her unique eye for style and design to Chai Travel’s burgeoning brand.

She resides in Manhattan with her husband Adam and their three children.

Director of Advisor Services

Krissie brings over 25 years of experience both booking travel and supporting Advisors with every aspect of their clients’ bookings.

Chai Travel was founded on the belief that the Advisors are our greatest resource - Kristine exemplifies this attitude and brings it with her to work every day.

Krissie is responsible for ensuring that all Advisor-facing systems are best in class. She also ensures that they have the support they need to provide exemplary service to their clients.