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Protecting the LGBTQ Mobile Workforce

With the rapid growth of business travelers, especially Millennial business travelers, companies often find it difficult to manage travel safety, health and security of their employees. This rapid growth also brings changes to the diverse composition of a mobile workforce and the risks associated with it. As the modern workforce continues to grow, there is no one-size-fits all approach to answering questions surrounding workplace law and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer or questioning (LGBTQ) employees. Supporting LGBTQ employees is becoming a major part of Duty of Care for companies with employees traveling domestically and internationally.

GBTA Announces Dorothy Dowling as New Allied Leadership Council President

Alexandria, VA (May 14, 2019) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, announced Dorothy Dowling, Chief Marketing Officer & SVP, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, as the President of the Allied Leadership Council (ALC). Dowling will be the first woman to assume the position of president in…

Outstanding Woman of the Year Nominations Now Open

WINiT by GBTA is now accepting nominations for the inaugural WINiT Awards. The WINiT Awards recognize the women, men and companies who together, are driving positive change for the career mobility of women in travel-related industries. As part of the Pinnacle Awards category, the most talented and impactful woman in the industry will be named the…

WINiT by GBTA Awards Call for Nominations Now Open

WINiT by GBTA is now accepting nominations for the inaugural WINiT Awards. The WINiT Awards recognize the women, men and companies who together, are driving positive change for the career mobility of women in travel-related industries. There are 11 WINiT Awards representing three categories: The Pinnacle Awards celebrate the most talented and impactful women in…

Newsletter: Abril 2019

GBTA Studio para conocer la visión de actores líderes en la industria GBTA Studio es una nueva iniciativa de GBTA para América Latina que busca mediante entrevistas, conocer más a fondo la experiencia y perspectivas de actores y compañías líderes de la industria de los viajes de negocio, en el marco de conferencias de GBTA…

Message From the Office of the GBTA President – Leadership Update

*The following post was also sent as an email to GBTA Members.* Dear GBTA Members, As a valued member of GBTA, I want you to know that, after ten years at the organization, Michael W. McCormick has chosen to step down to pursue new opportunities. Furthermore, Scott Solombrino has been appointed as Executive Director and…

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Innovative Technologies, Data Security, and Diversity & Inclusion Were the Hot Topics of GBTA Conference 2019 – Toronto

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, just wrapped up its 15th annual conference in Toronto. Innovative technologies, data security, and diversity and inclusion were among the hot topics discussed throughout the industry gathering. The conference saw record attendance with over 900 registrants including a sold-out Expo floor…

GBTA Announces Michael W. McCormick To Leave Role As Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer

Alexandria, VA (April 29, 2019) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, announced today that after ten years at the organization, Michael W. McCormick has chosen to step down to pursue new opportunities. McCormick will remain in an advisory role to Scott Solombrino and the Board to…

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Week in Review

In response to the Sri Lanka tragedy, Business Traveller reports several airlines are waiving cancellation and rescheduling fees for passengers flying to and from Colombo through April 24. Additionally, AirAsia is giving passengers options for a full refund, flight credit through their AirAsia BIG loyalty accounts or a one-time flight change. 4Hoteliers notes the Sri…