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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Traveler Safety IQ. Equip Your Team and Yourself with the Knowledge to Travel Safely.
DESCRIPTION:JUNE 18 at 11:00am GBTA Georgia Presents: “Elevate Your Traveler Safety IQ” Equip Your Team and Yourself with the Knowledge to Travel Safely.“ How to Anticipate\, Prevents and Respond to Threats.\nSPEAKER: Jake Newton\, One of the Nation’s Top Security Experts\, Mr. Newton is the Chief Operations Officer at the Center for Personal Protection & Safety (CPPS).\nA Complimentary TEAMS Virtual Meeting. Register at georgiabta.org. The TEAMS link will be sent to you in your registration confirmation. \nGTP Credits applied for.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/elevate-your-traveler-safety-iq-equip-your-team-and-yourself-with-the-knowledge-to-travel-safely/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T133000
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SUMMARY:GBTA Tennessee: Music City on the Rise: Tourism\, Meetings & the Road to Super Bowl 2030
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Tennessee \nMark your calendars for a GBTA Tennessee chapter meeting you won’t want to miss! Join us for an exclusive update from Visit Music City featuring Adrienne Siemers\, Chief Sales Officer of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. \nAdrienne will share how Nashville continues to evolve as one of the nation’s premier destinations for meetings\, conventions\, sports tourism\, and unforgettable visitor experiences. From major hotel and venue expansions to the city’s booming entertainment and hospitality scene\, Music City’s momentum is stronger than ever. \nAnd the excitement keeps growing\, the NFL recently announced that Nashville will host the 2030 Super Bowl\, bringing one of the world’s biggest sporting events to Music City! This historic milestone further solidifies Nashville’s reputation as a top-tier destination for large-scale events\, business travel\, and tourism. \nWhether you’re in meetings\, events\, hospitality\, or business travel\, this session will provide exciting insight into what’s ahead for Nashville and how the city is preparing for a global spotlight. \nAdrienne Siemers\, Chief Sales Officer of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp \nElement by Marriott Nashville Vanderbilt West End \nTickets\n$40.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration\n$50.00 after 8:00 am June 19 \n$60.00 Guest Registration\n$70.00 after 8:00 am June 19 \n$40.00 GBTA All-Access Registration\n$50.00 after 08:00 am June 19
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-tennessee-music-city-on-the-rise-tourism-meetings-the-road-to-super-bowl-2030/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T170000
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SUMMARY:GBTA North Carolina Education Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join GBTA North Carolina on June 25 at the BoPlex for a dynamic Education Day & Tradeshow\, bringing together travel buyers\, suppliers\, and industry experts. \nThis full-day event (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) will feature engaging sessions and panels on key industry topics\, including business travel trends\, technology and NDC\, AI\, project travel\, and traveler safety. Attendees will hear from a diverse lineup of speakers across buyers\, TMCs\, suppliers\, and GBTA leadership. \nIn addition to educational programming\, the tradeshow offers valuable networking opportunities and access to innovative solutions. \nRegistration: $125 (members) | $150 (non-members)
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-north-carolina-education-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T170000
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SUMMARY:GBTA Georgia Education Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Georgia Education Day 2026: A World Cup–Inspired Playbook for the Future of Business Travel. Atlanta\, Georgia at the new Brookhaven City Centre. \nGAME PLAN A Team of incredible Super Stars has been assembled to coach us in full day of insights\, teamwork\, and forward-thinking strategy as we prepare for the next era of managed travel. \nSpeakers include: Bob Somers\, Sr. Vice President of Global Sales at Delta Air Lines; Kathy Bedell\, VP\, Americas & Affiliate Programs BCD Travel;William Pate\, President & CEO\, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau;Theo Szymanski\, Global Head of Enterprise Sales\, SkyLink; Chris Hardman\, President and CEO Georgia Hotel & Lodging Association (GHLA); Kathy Bearden\, Strategic Relationships Consultant. In addition a Buyer Panel will provide their insight. \nPLUS\nThroughout the day will be time to:\n– Interact and learn from with our amazing Gold Star Team of Speakers.\n– Visit Our Exhibitor Expo … learn the latest advancements in travel\n– Network with your Peers.\n– Tour the spectacular new Brookhaven City Centre.\n– Participate in our 50/50 Drawing which supports our Education\, Scholarships\, Advocacy and Community Service.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-georgia-education-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
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SUMMARY:GBTA Annual Business Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join GBTA leaders for a review of the state of the association\, key milestones and what’s ahead at GBTA’s 2026 Annual Business Meeting\, to be held virtually. (As required by New York State law\, this serves as a notification for GBTA members.) \nThe 2026 Board of Directors Election results will be announced during the ABM.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-annual-business-meeting-2026/
CATEGORIES:Africa,APAC,Canada,Europe,France,Italy,LATAM,Middle East,North America,US Chapter Event,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260714T130000
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SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Chapter July Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful panel as representatives from the Colorado Rockies\, Denver Broncos\, Colorado Rapids\, and Kroenke Sports discuss the joys and challenges of managing team travel. Buyers – learn how their creative solutions might work for your project\, crew\, or team travel needs. Suppliers – understand the challenges of this sort of travel and identify ways your organization can help. \nEvent Speaker: \nModerator: Mark Schnabel\, GTP | CTM | Vice President\,  Business Development\, Strategic Sales\, Global \nPanelists:\nGary Lawrence | Colorado Rockies | Sr. Director – Procurement\nBrian Crookham | Colorado Rapids | Director of Player Personnel\nTerri Lontine | Kroenke Sports & Entertainment | Director of Travel\nAdam Newman | Denver Broncos | Director of Team Logistics \nLocation: Coors Field\nTicket Price: $35 Buyers Meeting Registration\n($20 Late fee) \n$60 Non-Members Meeting Registration\n($20 Late fee) \n$35 Suppliers Meeting Registration\n($20 Late fee) \n$25 Student Ticket
URL:https://gbta.org/event/rocky-mountain-chapter-july-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T113000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the RFP: Modern Hotel Sourcing Strategies for 2026
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Arizona members and guests are invited to join us for this engaging and timely discussion\, where you’ll gain actionable takeaways\, industry benchmarking insights\, and the opportunity to connect with fellow travel professionals and suppliers navigating today’s evolving hotel sourcing landscape. \nBeyond the RFP: Modern Hotel Sourcing Strategies for 2026 \nGBTA reports that 84% of buyers expect 2026 spend to increase or stay flat\, while hotel ADR is forecast to rise modestly. At the same time\, hotel procurement is moving from an annual rate exercise to a continuous optimization model. Buyers are still managing resilient demand\, but the mandate from procurement has changed to: \n*Control cost\n*Preserve traveler experience\n*Reduce leakage\n*Use better data to decide where static\, dynamic\, or hybrid rates make sense. \nThe biggest advantage now comes from data quality and convergence. Programs that combine transient\, meetings\, long stay\, and payment volume can present a stronger value story to hotels. Fixed rates still matter\, with Cvent reporting roughly 85% of accepted corporate rates as fixed\, but AI\, automation\, and rate auditing are changing how programs source\, monitor\, and enforce value. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from industry expert Will Pinnell and leave with strategies you can immediately apply to your travel program. \nAgenda: \n11:30 – 12:00 PM: REGISTRATION AND NETWORKING \n12:00 – 12:15 PM: WELCOME\, ANNOUNCEMENTS\, AND LUNCH SERVED \n12:15 – 1:15 PM: PRESENTATION AND Q & A \n1:15- 1:30 PM: RAFFLE AND CLOSING REMARKS \nMeet our featured speaker:\nWill Pinnell is the SVP of Americas for HRS\, a global SaaS company leveraging AI to reduce lodging and meeting spend with multinational corporations. As a recognized expert in digital transformation\, fintech\, and travel products\, he drives revenue and product growth through partnerships and alliances. Prior to HRS\, Will served as the VP\, Global Sales & Solutions Engineering at BCD Travel and the Director of Mobile Strategy & Traveler Solutions for Sabre and Travelocity. \nHe has served on the GBTA Board\, the ALC and served as the global treasurer for GBTA. Will recently served as the Travel & Meeting Society’s Chair for the Ignite event at Harvard University and as a guest lecturer at NYU’s School of Hospitality. He speaks publicly and consults regularly on the business\, technical\, and sustainability challenges facing the travel industry. He also writes and publishes “Corporate Insights\,” a weekly publication and podcast on procurement and travel trends. \nDate: July 15\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM\nLocation: Culinary Dropout Phoenix\n5632 N. 7th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ 85014 \nTickets:\n$65.00 Member Registration\n$75.00 after 05:00 pm July 8 \n$85.00 Non- Member Registration\n$95.00 after 05:00 pm July 8
URL:https://gbta.org/event/beyond-the-rfp-modern-hotel-sourcing-strategies-for-2026/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T170000
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SUMMARY:The Evolving Travel Ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Join us for July 16th DFW GBTA Chapter Meeting \nSpeaker: Will Tate\, CPA\nPartner\, GoldSpring Consulting \nTopic: The Evolving Travel Ecosystem \nAttribute-Based Selling\, AI\, NDC and enhanced TMC booking tools are reshaping how travel content is sourced\, displayed\, and purchased. This session provides a high-level overview of these industry changes and their impact on corporate travel programs\, helping attendees better understand and prepare for the future of managed travel. \nLocation:\nThe Adolphus\n1321 Commerce St\nDallas\, TX 75202 \nTickets\n$50.00 Members \n$70.00 Guest of Member \n$50.00 ALL ACCESS MEMBERS ONLY – Subject to Verification \n$75.00 Guest Non Member
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-evolving-travel-ecosystem/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T131000
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SUMMARY:GBTA TN July Chapter Meeting: The RISE of BNA: Navigating Nashville's Next Horizon
DESCRIPTION:GBTA | Tennessee \nJoin GBTA Tennessee for our July Chapter Meeting featuring Doug Kreulen\, President & CEO of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA). Doug will speak on “The RISE of BNA”\, sharing exciting updates on the transformation of Nashville International Airport and what it means for the future of travel and business in Middle Tennessee. \nWe’re excited to share this event hosted at the stunning Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal\, located at the airport and we extend a special thank you to Southwest Airlines for their generous sponsorship and continued support of GBTA Tennessee. \n✈️ Come for the insights. Stay for the connections. We’ll see you there! \nDoug Kreulen\, President & CEO of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) \nHilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal\n2 Terminal Drive\nNashville\, TN 37214 \nTickets\n$40.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration\n$50.00 after 08:00 am July 17 \n$40.00 GBTA All-Access Registration\n$50.00 after 08:00 am July 17 \n$60.00 Guest Registration\n$70.00 after 8:00 am July 17
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-tn-july-chapter-meeting-the-rise-of-bna-navigating-nashvilles-next-horizon/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
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SUMMARY:GBTA | All Florida - Day of Education
DESCRIPTION:GBTA | All Florida invites you to a dynamic two‑day education and networking experience hosted at the one‑and‑only SeaWorld Orlando. Designed for travel buyers\, suppliers\, and industry partners\, this regional event brings together business travel professionals from across the state to explore the trends\, challenges\, and innovations shaping the future of corporate travel. \nThe education program will cover all things business travel— from airline and ground transportation strategy to hotels\, sustainability\, technology\, policy\, and the evolving traveler experience. Attendees will gain practical insights from industry leaders\, participate in meaningful peer‑to‑peer conversations\, and leave with ideas they can immediately apply within their organizations. \nWhat truly sets this event apart is the opportunity to network in a relaxed and memorable setting. An opening reception and dedicated networking moments are complemented by two hours of exclusive park time\, giving attendees the chance to connect in ways that go far beyond the ballroom. \nWhether you prefer to scream your lungs out on a roller coaster\, mingle with penguins\, or simply enjoy informal conversations in a truly unique environment\, this event makes relationship‑building natural\, engaging\, and—dare we say—fun. \nGBTA attendees engaged\nWhether your goal is to stay ahead of industry change\, strengthen your Florida network\, or experience business travel education in a whole new way\, GBTA | All Florida at SeaWorld Orlando delivers insight\, inspiration\, and unforgettable connections you won’t want to miss. \nSchedule at a Glance\nWednesday\, September 23\nMeliá Orlando Celebration: 225 Celebration Pl\, Celebration\, FL 34747\n5:30 PM – 7:00 PM – Opening Reception\nThursday\, September 24\nSeaWorld Orlando: 7007 SeaWorld Drive\, Orlando\, FL 32821\n8:00 AM – 8:30 AM – Registration & Breakfast\n8:30 AM – 8:45 AM – Opening Remarks: Dana Fischbeck\, Chapter President\n8:45 AM – 9:15 AM – Global Business Travel Update & Forecast: Rosemary Maloney\, GBTA Board President\n9:15 AM – 10:00 AM – The Importance of Accessibility in Travel Panel\nDominique Dewitt\, Warrior Experience Senior Specialist at Wounded Warrior Project\nTBD\, Southwest Airlines\nGeoff Schiebel\, Regional Vice President at IHG\nBuyer\, Travel Specialist at Wounded Warrior Project\n10:00 AM – 10:15 AM – Networking Break\n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM – Building Your Personal Brand: Stacey Perlmutter\, Director of Strategic Sales at Enterprise Mobility\n11:15 AM – 12:00 PM – Leisure & Convention Travel Overview & Forecast: Robert Leavitt\, Market Research & Insights Senior Analyst at Visit Orlando\n12:00 PM – 1:00PM – Networking & Sponsor Showcase Lunch\n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – Travel Risk Mitigation: Jon Moody\, Manager at Federal Aviation Administrator\n1:45 PM – 2:30 PM – Shark Tank\nThe Sharks (Buyers):\nTarsha Clark\, Travel manager at Element\nStacy McGrath\, Travel Manager at Wallenius Wilhelmsen\nJennifer Siracusa\, Travel Manager at DPR Construction\n2:30 PM – 3:00 PM – Afternoon Break\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM – SeaWorld’s Mission: TBD at SeaWorld\n3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Closing Remarks & Prize Drawing\n4:00 PM – 6:00PM – Time to enjoy SeaWorld & Network\n*Agenda Not Final and May Change\nTickets \n$150.00 Member Registration\n$180.00 after 05:00 pm September 10\n$130.00 Earlybird rate before July 26 \n$170.00 Non-member registration\n$200.00 after 05:00 pm September 10\n$150.00 Earlybird rate before July 26 \n$150.00 Member (Tampa Bay\, South Florida Chapter & All Access)\n$180.00 after 05:00 pm September 10\n$130.00 Earlybird rate before July 26 \n$60.00 Opening Reception Only (for those unable to attend Day of Education)\n$70.00 after 05:00 pm September 10\n$50.00 Earlybird rate before July 26
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-all-florida-day-of-education/
CATEGORIES:US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260721T193937
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SUMMARY:UBTA 2026 Trade Show – Attendee & Booth
DESCRIPTION:UBTA\nBusiness Travel Trade Show\nLocation:\nHilton City Center\n255 West Temple\nSalt Lake City\, UT 84101
URL:https://gbta.org/event/save-the-date-ubta-trade-show/
LOCATION:Hilton City Center\, 255 West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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