Events

Virtual Buyer's Panel: Hot Takes on Hot Topics Get ready to explore cutting-edge trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in the travel industry. We are thrilled to have three renowned travel industry buyers: Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager with F5, Inc. and GBTA CPC Chapter President Sara Satterlee, Global Travel Manager with Slalom Lee Palmer-Turner,...

GBTA Michigan Chapter Description: Morning Session: Speaker: Sam Hilgendorf CIO, Fox World Travel You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We will explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization....

GBTA Philadelphia Join us for an opportunity to hear from an esteemed panel of Women Travel Manager Experts and discuss topics to include IT, Hotel Sourcing, Interacting with your local market, navigating the changing market, frequent flyer programs and MORE! Corporate Travel Buyer Panel Rosemary Maloney, Sr. Mgr Global Travel, Expense & Card /Alteryx (Moderator)...

Please join us at the The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa, Frisco, TX April 18-19, 2024 for Texas Education Day 2024 (Hosted by Dallas-Ft. Worth GBTA Chapter) "Illuminate" April 18th 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Opening Reception April 19th 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM The Day will kick off with breakfast and...

GBTA Bay Area April Dinner Program Thursday, April 18 5:30-8:30 PM Pacific The Marker 501 Geary Street, San Francisco Navigating the World: Street Smart Travel Tips Back by popular demand, Detective Kevin Coffey, aka "The Scholar of Thievery," will be sharing his updated "street smart" travel presentation. Whether for business or leisure, domestic or international,...

Please join us at the The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa, Frisco, TX April 18-19, 2024 for Texas Education Day 2024 (Hosted by Dallas-Ft. Worth GBTA Chapter) "Illuminate" April 18th 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Opening Reception April 19th 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM The Day will kick off with breakfast and...

Join the GBTA | WI Chapter & Earn 1 GTP Credit at this truly insightful event: Generative Al: From Theory to Travel You can't go a day without hearing something new about Generative Al and ChatGPT. We will explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance...

Joint Education Day GBTA Silicon Valley and GBTA Bay Area Chapters Step into the future of business travel at our Annual Joint Education Day! Hear the experts' discussions and discover strategies to reshape corporate travel programs, ensuring continued relevance and value in the ever-evolving landscape. Keynote speaker - Kjarsten Philipsen, Senior Vice President Americas, BCD...

Chapter: GBTA Rocky Mountain Description: Join us in May to learn more about streamlining the complex world of payment and expense. Key Topics Include: ✔ Integrations for Travel & Expense Platforms ✔ Technology and Innovation: Enhancing the Customer Journey ✔ Virtual payments and the Entire Travel Ecosystem Thank you to our Gold Sponsor, Aer Lingus!...

The GBTA North Carolina Board and Committee members have come together, to bring you a day, filled with fun activities! Golfers may head out to the beautiful Grandover Resort Golf Course, while the non-golfers can stay and participate in something hands on & creative. Registration open for all Buyers & Suppliers and their clients, teams...

GBTA TennesseeJoin us at our May Chapter Meeting when John Sage, CEO of Sage Inclusion, global leader leads us in a discussion to educate us and create awareness in efforts to improve accessibility and inclusivity for the 20% of the population with a disability. John Sage, CEO, Sage InclusionTempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown127 Rosa L...

GBTA Chicago Join GBTA Chicago for a comprehensive education session on navigating today's shifting travel environment. We're returning to the 'pick your path' format for our Quarter 2 2024 meeting to let you attend the sessions you're interested in. In the ever changing environment that is modern travel, we're bringing in experts to participate in...

GBTA Puget Sound Chapter May Meeting SEA Airport Update Don't miss out on one of our most attended meetings during the year at the SEA Airport. Hopefully, by now some of you have experienced their International Arrivals Facility (IAF) at SEA, but what’s next in the facilities pipeline? What are the latest initiatives to improve...

GBTA Puget Sound Chapter Don't miss out on one of our most attended meetings during the year at the SEA Airport. Hopefully, by now some of you have experienced their International Arrivals Facility (IAF) at SEA, but what’s next in the facilities pipeline? What are the latest initiatives to improve the passenger experience? What new...

Complimentary Zoom meeting on May 16 from 11am - 1:30pm. "The Challenges of a Modern Road Warrior, Part 1" featuring Kyle Murphy, Global Travel Manager Koch Global Services and a unique view from Executive Administrative Partner, Mandy Robertson. Supplier / Buyer Breakout Sessions to follow presentation. Part 2 will be August 15.

Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: DCGBTA 7th Annual Golf Event & Inaugural Pickleball Clinic and Tournament Description: Sponsored by Delta Air Lines, this year will be our 7th Annual Golf Event - featuring fun and competitive challenges and prizes and ample networking opportunities! To add to the excitement, we will host our very first Pickleball Clinic and Tournament...

Sponsored by Delta Air Lines, this year will be our 7th Annual Golf Event - featuring fun and competitive challenges and prizes and ample networking opportunities! To add to the excitement, we will host our very first Pickleball Clinic and Tournament Sponsored by Southwest Airlines! Come join us! The day will begin with Continental Breakfast...

Chapter Name: Los Angeles Description: Education Day (all day) - Come join the GBTA Los Angeles Chapter at our annual Education Day on May 22nd at the beautiful Marina Del Rey Hotel. Education Day is one of most popular events of the year; due to limited capacity, don't procrastinate on registering. This all-day event will...

Michigan Capital Day In Collaboration With the Michigan Association of Airport Executives Join us for the inaugural Capital Day, June 6, in Lansing. The Global Business Travel Association (www.gbta.org) hosts a legislative summit in Washington, DC, yearly, and in 2023, one of the appointments Leslee Fritz and Cecile Mutch had was with Congresswoman Hillary Scholten's...

Chapter: Rocky Mountain Description: Join us MONDAY June 10th for a panel discussion featuring popular online booking tools to explore of how online bookings are evolving. Some changes are forced by suppliers, others by a need for a better user experience. Hear from representatives of Concur, Deem, Lightning, and Cytric as they talk about the...

GBTA San Diego Estancia Hotel La Jolla June 11, 2024/11:30 am GBTA CFO, Hema Shah, will share insights about the current state of global business travel amidst a changing industry landscape based on the latest GBTA research analysis and industry polls. This includes global and U.S. spending forecasts, pricing trends, and business traveler preferences and...

Corporate travel is continuing to transform, presenting a real challenge to successfully managing a company’s travel program: how to maintain trust throughout the ecosystem while meeting the needs of business travelers and ultimately corporate goals. Delve into innovative strategies for the new era of corporate travel in this live webinar hosted by GBTA and moderated...

June 12, 2024 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM The Shay - Destination by Hyatt 8801 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 Culver City, CA 90232 4:30PM-5:30PM TM60 (Direct Members only) 5:30PM Registration 6:00PM-8:00PM Program and Dinner Parking: $23 for valet The Shay, Culver City $85.00 Member Ticket $105.00 after 05:00 pm June 10 $115.00 Non-Member...

All About Networking Join us for an evening of warm welcomes, introductions, and networking opportunities. This event is an opportunity for industry leaders and travel professionals to come together , exchange ideas, and build meaningful and valuable connections. Enjoy refreshments and hors d'oevres provided by Sonesta Silicon Valley while mingling with fellow attendees ALLIED ONLY:...

Join us as Stacey Nickens, Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority's Vice President, Corporate Communications & Marketing, shares an update on the transforming effect of the BNA Vision project. BNA Vision is a growth and expansion plan in Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority's continued effort to maintain Nashville International Airport® as a world-class facility for the future of...

Come join fellow PNW Travel Industry folks at the June Seattle social and learn know before you go to GBTA Convention in July. See you all at the Astra! Location: Astra Hotel, Seattle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 300 Terry Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 Registration: $50.00 Direct Member Ticket $70.00 after 5:00 pm June 17...

Wisconsin Chapter Summer Event How good are you at Axe Throwing or Hammerschlagen? Do you love to play Cornhole & Yard Games? If so, we have the BEST summer event for you to attend! Please join us in "The Backyard" for a fun day of networking, axe-throwing, games and a topic that is applicable to...

Join us for an evening of warm welcomes, introductions, and networking opportunities. This event is an opportunity for industry leaders and travel professionals to come together, exchange ideas, and build meaningful and valuable connections. Enjoy refreshments and hors d'oevres provided by Oakland Airport while mingling with fellow attendees. Buyers Only Happy Hour starts at 4:00PM!

Generative AI: From Theory to Travel You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We will explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization. This will be a journey of practical...

Chapter: Rocky Mountain Chapter Description: Emeka Nnaka shares his personal experience of overcoming a tragic accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. He will also share his most memorable experiences traveling and the lessons that can be learned from his best and worst travel experiences. Learn about the challenges persons with disabilties face when...

GBTA | Tennessee Hosted by Platinum Sponsor AI is increasingly being referenced as the new star of the show, the do all be all buzz that everyone has been talking about. AI technologies are making significant changes across numerous industries, including banking and finance, law, engineering, art, health and human resources. The travel sector is...

Accessibility for Business Travelers including the Dollars and Sense We will hear from Eric Lipp, Executive Director and Founder of Open Doors Organization (ODO). ODO was founded in 2000 after experiencing restrictions people with disabilities face in everyday life. Eric has worked with over 70 airports and 65 careers globally, dozens of hotels and destinations...

GBTA | Georgia Virtual Zoom Meeting August 15, 11am - 12:30pm. Topic: The Modern Road Warrior, A Supplier's Point of View Speakers: Cesar Wurm, Vice President Commercial, Premium Brands and Kim Brooks-Martin, Corporate Director of Sales Strategy and Development at Hospitality Ventures Management Group. Moderator: Lenore D'Anzieri Senior Manager, Business Development, American Express Global Business...

GBTA Puget Sound August's General Meeting August has some exciting updates from our local Airline, Buyer and GBTA Staff you won't want to miss! In this meeting you'll hear from our President, Michelle Amos with updates on GBTA Education Summit, June's GBTA Legislative Session recap, GBTA Annual Convention recap, news on our upcoming Education Day...

Join us on the Iconic Detroit Princess Riverboat for an exclusive networking day full of suspense and clues! Indulge in a delicious lunch, enjoy stunning views of the Detroit river and skyline while your intrigue is peaked! Mingle with peers, solve a thrilling murder mystery, and enjoy some amazing company! Perfect for making new contacts...

GBTA | Tennessee Join GBTA TN as guest speaker Barry White, President & CEO, Chattanooga Tourism Co., showcases the blend of business and adventure that Chattanooga offers, appealing to business travelers and corporations and highlighting the unique attractions of the Scenic City. Learn how Chattanooga Tourism promotes and develops visitor experiences for economic impact and...

GBTA Wisconsin Chapter Meeting September 11, 2024, at the Blue Harbor Resort. Ask the experts at our September 11th meeting & learn more about NDC from the airlines themselves. Each airline offers a unique perspective on NDC not only from airline direct bookings but also from a GDS aspect. NDC is still new, ever-changing, definitely...

Join us for an insightful and interactive round table discussion designed specifically for travel managers. As the travel landscape continues to evolve in response to recent global events, it's crucial to stay ahead of emerging trends, technological advancements, and changing traveler expectations. This moderated session will provide a platform for travel professionals to share experiences,...

We invite you to attend our lunch program where we will explore "Collaborative Strategies in Corporate Travel Management." This insightful session will feature a panel of expert Travel Managers and Account Managers and will be moderated by Will Tate of GoldSpring Consulting. The discussion will focus on a holistic approach to fostering collaborative partnerships between...

Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: GBTA Chicago Description: Transforming Travel; Modernizing a Travel Program and Navigating Chicago's Airport and Hotel Horizons Event Speaker #1: Steven Van Overmeiren, Director, Global Travel Program Baker McKenzie Event Speaker(s) #2: Angela Hearn, Vice President of Marketing, Choose Chicago and Jamie L. Rhee, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation Location of Event: The OLC...

Chapter: Rocky Mountain Chapter Description: Join the Rocky Mountain Chapter for our 2024 annual Golf Outing, Paint & Sip, and Auction! Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains while you golf or paint. Network with industry collegues and friends over lunch and bid on fabulous prizes during the online auction. Sponsorship opportunities are available -...

Education Day 2024 - Set up to Thrive in 2025! Are you ready? Mark your calendars for GBTA Puget Sound Chapters Education Day on September 19! More information to come on speakers, content, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. Our first exciting announcement, Suzanne Neufang, will be joining us for a Fireside chat! Don't miss out on...

Location: Ritz Las Colinas 4150 N MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX 75038 Matthew Patterson with Advito will take us through various trends and recommendations as it relates to Buyers leveraging data to meet their Travel program needs. Nearing the end of the year will prove these insights to be useful for your organization. "Going beyond TMC...

Join us at the GBTA | Michigan Annual Meeting and Trade Show for an unparalleled experience of educational excellence and dynamic networking opportunities! This year's event is packed with rich and immersive education sessions designed to elevate your industry knowledge. Connect with key players in the travel industry during our mini trade show to get...

GBTA | North Carolina is proud to host a Post GBTA Convention RAP session - an informal catch up & highlights about what happened at the GBTA Convention 2024 in Atlanta. Hear from our panel on what you may have missed and this is for all attendees 9buyers & suppliers) in the travel industry who...