Daily News Brief - July 24, 2020 - Global Business Travel Association

GBTA Ready to Reset, Move Forward in Days Ahead

GBTA Ready to Reset, Move Forward in Days Ahead

Op-Ed by the GBTA Board of Directors

The past two months have represented one of the most challenging stretches in the 52-year history of the Global Business Travel Association. The massive public health and economic consequences of a worldwide pandemic would have been crisis enough for any organization. But to face troubling allegations of workplace misconduct leveled against our then-CEO created for GBTA a “triple whammy” of critical issues requiring immediate decisive action.

With a comprehensive investigation into those accusations now complete and with GBTA under new leadership, each of us who voluntarily serve on the GBTA Board stand poised to resume moving the association forward. We hope our colleagues, fellow leaders and GBTA’s more than 9,000 members share that readiness, because it goes nearly without saying that our industry faces more rough days ahead – difficulties that GBTA must play a lead role in surmounting. Continue Reading >>

COVID-19 Updates

Coronavirus: Jersey Delays Next Phase of Lockdown Easing (BBC)

Manitoba to Go Ahead with ‘Adjusted’ Phase 4 Opening amid COVID-19 Saturday (GLOBAL NEWS)

Government to Develop £100m COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturing Centre (THE GUARDIAN)

Coronavirus: Chinese Pharmaceutical Firm Says COVID-19 Vaccine May Be Ready This Year (SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST)

More Helpful Articles/Links

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC Dashboard – Updated frequently with new guidance documents and details
COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country (CDC)
CDC Coronavirus Information

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

CBP Extends Closure of Trusted Traveler Programs Enrollment Centers to September 8

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

TSA Prepared for Summer Travelers with Updated Security Procedures

More Resources

Reopening the Economy Under COVID-19 – Governing.com
State Data and Policy Actions to Address Coronavirus – Kaiser Family Foundation
Coronavirus Rumor Control – FEMA.gov
Global Travel Restrictions, Flight Operations and Screening (Updated Daily) – International SOS
GBTA Asks Congress to Pass Responsible Measures to Support Industry

Members Only Collaboration Tool

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At a time when connecting with your peers can be a challenge, GBTA Members have access to GBTA Hub. Find solutions to pressing business travel questions, connect with other industry professionals and more.

Current discussions:

Travel/Accident Insurance
Liability Insurance Rebate due to COVID-19 Reduced Revenue
COVID-19 – Overnight Hotel Stays/ Other Travel Allowance Considerations

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Professional Development

Earn Your Global Travel Professional^® (GTP) Certification

Brought to you by the GBTA Academy, The GTP^® Certification is designed to raise industry standards, enhance work performance, and recognize individuals who demonstrate core competencies essential to the business travel management discipline. Application Deadline is August 2 and Virtual Proctoring is available.

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Job Spotlight

Sales Manager
Hollywood, FL

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of progressive sales experience, preferably in the hospitality field. Relative franchise experience preferred. The Sales Manager will be responsible for strategically soliciting and developing new accounts, maintaining excellent rapport with existing accounts and successfully promoting the hotel to the community. We are seeking a driven, professional individual with excellent sales techniques who will meet or exceed budgeted goals and responsibly manage all aspects of the Sales Department in accordance with the standards and franchise (if applicable.) Minimum of three years of Hospitality management experience, relative franchise sales experience preferred. Excellent leadership abilities. Superior communication skills, (both oral and written). Detail-oriented and organized. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

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