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: GBTA abril 2019

Conheça o GBTA Broadcast Studio para descobrir sobre os pontos de vista de líderes na indústria O GBTA Broadcast Studio é uma nova iniciativa da GBTA para América Latina que busca através de entrevistas investigar a fundo sobre a experiência e perspectivas de atores e companhias líderes da indústria de viagens corporativas, durante conferências da…

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…

Call for Nominations Open to Serve on GBTA Board of Directors

*GBTA Members received the following post in an email from Election Services Corp. along with a personalized link to submit your nominations for the Board. If you do not think you received the email, please check your spam folders first. If you still cannot find the email, please contact Election Services at gbtahelp@electionservicescorp.com for assistance.*​ GBTA’s Board…

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Safety – It’s Not Just for Travelers Anymore

You have done everything you can possibly do to ensure your travelers are well educated and practicing safe guidelines and protocols while traveling. You have a high-risk destination pre-approval process in place and the ability to track and contact travelers. Your organization is partnered with at least one security and intelligence provider supporting traveler safety and health, and you regularly conduct travel risk management program resource and education outreach. Your travel risk management program provides end-to-end Duty of Care to travelers. You’ve covered it all, right?

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Podcast: GBTA’s Broadcast Studio Comes to Mexico City

On the podcast today, you’ll hear GBTA Executive Director and COO Mike McCormick’s interviews with Luis Barrios, President and CEO, Hoteles City Express; Anko Van Der Werff, Chief Revenue Officer, Aeromexico; and Beat Wille, Country General Manager – Mexico, BCD Travel. View all of the interviews from Mexico City on GBTA’s YouTube channel.