Resilience Essentials for Travel Experts - GBTA Tennessee March Chapter Meeting - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-12 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA | Tennessee

Join GBTA-TN as we welcome keynote speaker Dr. Suzanne Castle. In this dynamic session designed exclusively for travel professionals, discover actionable strategies to manage workload pressures, prioritize self-care, and cultivate a resilient mindset. Let’s shift gears to-do lists to ta-da moments, empowering you to excel in your career, and provide exceptional customer service to your clients.

Dr. Suzanne Castle, Suzanne Castle Consulting / The Sparkle Factor
Element Nashville Vanderbilt West End
4 City Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37209
Tickets
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am March 11
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am March 11
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 07:00 am March 11

Generative AI: From Theory to Travel
2024-03-13 09:45 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Wisconsin Chapter
This event will be held at the Hotel Northland in Green Bay WI!
Topic: Generative AI: From Theory to Travel
Main Speaker: Sam Hilgendorf has served as the chief information officer (CIO) at Fox World Travel
You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We 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 insights and innovative strategies that will revolutionize the traveler experience!
This session will include:
-An Overview on Generative AI
-The implications of Generative AI on Business Travel
-Fox World Travel’s Generative AI on Business Travel
-Risks with Generative AI
-The potential of AI-enabled Business Travel
Sam Hilgendorf has served as the chief information officer (CIO) at Fox World Travel since 2018. He is responsible for the vision and execution of Fox’s technology portfolio, which includes IT, business intelligence, product development, and project management.
Under Sam’s visionary stewardship, Fox has integrated groundbreaking solutions, including a cutting-edge customer contact center, an enterprise data management platform, and an innovative cloud collaboration suite. These pioneering strides have garnered widespread acclaim within the travel industry, consistently acknowledged through prestigious accolades.
Under Sam’s direction, Fox has been awarded multiple Magellan awards from Travel Weekly and has also been recognized as a Distinguished Partner for SAP Concur for custom integration work with the Concur Travel platform. He’s also contributed on multiple occurrences to industry thought leadership on topics such as blockchain, AI, and many other tech topics.
Recently honored with the title of Wisconsin’s CIO of the Year, Sam exemplifies a passion for leveraging technology to catalyze positive change. He firmly believes in harnessing technology’s potential to unleash the latent talents of his team members, propelling them toward unparalleled achievements. Sam’s dedication extends to enriching customer experiences, fostering peak performance, and nurturing excellence.
Sam has been happily married for 20 years and is a proud parent of a wonderful pre-teen daughter. When it comes to hobbies, he describes his family as “a real-life version of the TV show The Big Bang Theory.” They love playing Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop board games, reading comic books, dressing up for Renaissance fairs, and indulging in just about every other nerdy hobby imaginable. These quirky interests bring them joy, excitement, and a whole lot of stories to tell!

Spotlight on Disability Mobility & Accessibility in Travel! - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-13 10:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Join the GBTA | WI Chapter at this truly insightful event: Spotlight on Disability Mobility & Accessibility in Travel!
Networking then Lunch + a Travel Industry panel discussion to promote dialogue around the needs & opportunities for advocating for travelers with disabilities. This is a “Don’t Miss” event that will also offer Allied & Direct Sessions following the discussion.

Moderating will be: Harold Mester, Director of Public Affairs & Marketing at the Milwaukee Airport
Panelists Include:
Dave Gelting, Accessibility/Compliance Coordinator at the Milwaukee Airport
Michael Albers, Director, Business Development at Avis
Christopher Hovis, Manager at Customer Advocacy at Southwest Airlines
Gus Vonderheide, Vice President of Global Sales – Americas at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Kristina Van Slyke, Travel & Support Services Manager at Kohl’s

Online Odyssey, Navigating the New Era of Travel Booking - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-13 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
For buyers, it’s an invaluable opportunity to discover cutting-edge solutions that streamline travel booking and management, ensuring you’re equipped with the best tools to optimize your travel programs.

Trade-Show: After our program you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in our hands-on ‘trade-show’ style exhibition for interactions, live demos, and in-depth discussions on harnessing these technologies for your advantage.
Event Schedule:
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Registration and Networking
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Engaging Online Odyssey Presentations
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Hands-On, Trade-Show Style Online Booking Demos

Bold + Balance - The 70% Solution
2024-03-14 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Bold + Balance – The 70% Solution
Being bold requires balance. The right combination of boldness and balance startswith understanding your purpose. It’s the foundation to why you do what you do andhow you show up best for yourself and others. In this session, Katie will guide youon the 70% solution she has discovered to implement behaviors needed to boldlylive out your purpose.
Speaker: Katie Virtue

Utah Chapter Monthly Lunch and Education event - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Utah GBTA chapter luncheon
Denise Daniel with Domo, based in Utah will be joining UBTA to review data, and all things travel intelligence best practices.

She will discuss the evolution of travel data, what people want to see, how to manage multiple sources of data, and what questions you need to ask to get the information you need. She will dive into how visibility will provide many benefits to supporting your program like supplier management, policy management, risk management, trends, and more. How can intuitive and consistent data help you drive your business every day in multiple ways.
Domo puts data to work for everyone so they can multiply their impact on the business. The cloud-native data experience platform goes beyond traditional business intelligence and analytics, making data visible and actionable with user-friendly dashboards and apps. Underpinned by AI, data science and a secure data foundation that connects with existing cloud and legacy systems, Domo helps companies optimize critical business processes at scale and in record time to spark the bold curiosity that powers exponential business results.
HIlton Garden Inn, Lehi
35.00 for non members

Meetings vs Transient – Playing Nice In The Sandbox - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-14 14:45 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA New England
Join us on March 14, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Cambridge for the March Chapter meeting – Meetings vs Transient – Playing Nice In The Sandbox “Bridging the Gap Between Meetings & Events and Business Transient Travel”. This will be an in-depth conversation on the challenges of having segregated & integrated M&E and BT travel programs, the benefits of having these teams work together, and how we can accomplish that goal.

And we have an amazing group of experts for you!
Moderator:
Shalini Iyer
Director of Strategic Partnerships, hubli
Panelists:
Bev Allen
Director, Global Accounts, HelmsBriscoe
Michelle DeCosta
Head, Global Meetings and Travel Center of Excellence, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Brendon Duca
Director of Sales and Marketing, Omni Boston Hotel Seaport
After the meeting, please join us for networking with a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Both self-parking and valet is available at the hotel. Details and pricing can be found here: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/massachusetts/hyatt-regency-boston-cambridge/bosrc/maps-parking-transportation
We can’t wait to see you! Register today!
Hyatt Regency Cambridge
575 Memorial Dr
Cambridge, MA 02139
Available Tickets
$0.00 Direct Community Member and/or GBTA All-Access Direct Members Associated with New England Chapter
$75.00 Non-Members
$0.00 Allied Community Member
$50.00 GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITHOUT New England Chapter Bundled Meeting Package)
$0.00 GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITH New England Chapter Bundled Meeting Package)
$50.00 GBTA All-Access Member who is NOT a New England Local Chapter Member

February Monthly Meeting - Feature Dr. Suzanne Castle. Resiliency Boost - From To-Do to Ta-Da
2024-03-16 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
DFW Business Travel Association – February Monthly Meeting
Meredith Fain, Co-Chair, Education Committee
Speaker: Jumpstart your planning with possibilities and resilience. We present Dr. Suzanne Castle who talks about finding a Resiliency Boost – From To-Do to Ta-Da!

GBTA Puget Sound Chapter's March General Meeting
2024-03-20 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Visit Seattle Annual Industry Recap
Event Speaker: Kelly Saling, Senior Vice President / Chief Sales Officer with Visit Seattle
Location: Lotte Seattle Hotel 809 5th Avenue (located in F5, Inc. Tower)
Seattle, WA 98104
https://www.lottehotelseattle.com/
Time: 11am – 1pm PST
We can’t wait to welcome back Kelly to our meeting as she always has exciting presentations and industry news you won’t want to miss out on! Register soon as this event sells out quickly!

Fostering a Safer Community: A Fireside Chat with San Francisco Police Chief Scott on Safety, Travel, and Visitor Well-being - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-21 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
GBTA Bay Area
Join us for an enlightening evening with Police Chief Scott and GBTA Bay Area’s new president, Heather Parodi. This pivotal event promises to delve into the heart of community safety, travel precautions, and creating a welcoming environment for visitors. Engage directly with Chief Scott as he shares insights from his extensive law enforcement experience, discusses current safety challenges, and outlines the proactive measures his department is undertaking. Whether you’re a local resident, a frequent traveler, or involved in the hospitality sector, this conversation is aimed at empowering you with knowledge and strategies to enhance safety and security in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and contribute to making our community a safer place for everyone.

San Francisco Police Department, Police Chief Scott
Thursday, March 21, 2024
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Dinner Meeting
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco – 495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California 94102

GBTA + its Support Systems - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-09 11:00 - 13:10 (America/New_York)
GBTA | Tennessee
Join us on April 9th to do a deep dive into GBTA and its many support systems. From Ladders to WINiT and it’s mentorship program, we’re here to cover any and all questions! Ladders and WINiT both focus on the importance of collaboration and networking, as well as supporting and helping to grow individuals in the industry. Don’t miss this important meeting to learn more about both of these outstanding GBTA experiences.

Haley McIntryre, WINiT Community & Networking Committee member and National Sales Director for Placemakr.

Hilton Nashville Airport
2200 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Tickets
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am April 8
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am April 8
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 07:00 am April 8

Los Angeles Chapter Spring Member Mixer Reception
2024-04-10 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Chapter Name: Los Angeles Chapter
Description: Reception/Mixer/Social – please join us for this travel industry networking event at a great venue.
Event Speaker: no speaker, reception/mixer
Location of Event: The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood, 1400 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Price: $25.00 Member Ticket ($35.00 after 05:00 pm April 8), $60.00 Guest Ticket
($70.00 after 05:00 pm April 8). Parking is $15

Virtual Buyer's Panel: Hot Takes on Hot Topics
2024-04-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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, Amazon Subsidiary Engagement Manager – Travel with MGM Studios
Virtual via ZOOM
$10

Decoding AI: Travels Game Changer or Troublemaker? - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 09:15 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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. This will be a journey of practical insights and innovative strategies that will revolutionize the traveler experience!
This session will include:

· An Overview on Generative AI
· The implications of Generative AI on Business Travel
· Fox World Travel’s Generative AI Experience
· Risks with Generative AI
· The Potential of AI-enabled Business Travel
Afternoon Debate Style Session: AI in Travel: Bone or Bane?
Speakers; Sam Hilgendorf, CIO, Fox World Travel and Steven Harter, CTO, CerebriAI
Pack your arguments, the great AI in Travel debate is about to take off! Join us for a riveting debate on the future of travel as we explore the impact of artificial intelligence. Is AI a game-changer set to revolutionize the industry, or does it pose a threat to traditional travel experiences? Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from some of the top industry experts who weigh in on the pros and cons of AI in travel. Who will be crowned the debate champion?!
Venue:
Firekeepers Casino & Hotel, 11177 E. Michigan Ave. Battle Creek, MI 49014
Price: $100 for non-member

GBTA Philadelphia: Power Panel of Women Travel Leader Experts - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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)
Tracee Ferraro, Sr. Buyer Indirect Procurement/Campbell Soup Co. (Panelist)
Brianna Lazzaro, Group Manager, Travel /Globus Medical (Panelist)
Amy Hunke, Sr. Mgr Global Travel & Meetings/AMETEK (Panelist)
Location: Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia: 1620 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tickets
$0.00 Member Chapter Meeting Price
$75.00 Guest Price
$0.00 GBTA All-Access Member Who Is NOT A Philadelphia Chapter Member

Texas Education Day 2024 - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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 an opportunity to network and meet some of our
amazing suppliers with a tradeshow!
General Session Presentations
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
BTN Top 25 Most Influential Travel Professionals – Panel Discussion Panelists including Doreen Burse, Sr VP Worldwide Sales, United Airlines, David Harvey, Chief Sales Officer, Southwest Airlines and many more!
An exciting Lunch/Fireside Chat with Suzanne Neufang, GBTA CEO, and Dave Harvey, Southwest Airlines
There will be some great afternoon breakout sessions that you won’t want to miss. Topics including sustainability, duty of care, and a Travel Buyers panel moderated by Yvonne Domeier, Manager of Sustainability, Delta Air Lines.

Navigating the World: Street Smart Travel Tips - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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, traveling today has very different challenges that travelers must be prepared for. That’s where Detective Coffey’s travel advice can make a significant difference in the outcome of your next trip.
Kevin’s background is unique to the travel and meeting industry, as before he became a corporate speaker, he served as a detective with the Los Angeles Police Department, where he investigated crimes against travelers at LAX airport, hotels, car rental agencies, taxi cabs, and tourist destinations. This unique career provided him with a unique perspective that allows him to share travel tips, tricks, and personal travel security advice from a place of firsthand experience.
In this presentation, Kevin will share the art of street smart and savvy travel strategies that follow his mantra: “Street smarts are as essential as a passport.” In his interactive presentation, he will share practical strategies to keep you, your travelers, as well as your customers safe, whether exploring bustling international cities or navigating domestic routes. Some of topics covered in this presentation will include”
• Pre-departure air/cruise considerations travelers don’t think about
• Must know travel apps travelers may not know
• New travel documents and passport tips you need to know
• Tips to make sure your luggage does not take a trip without you
• Pickpocket (wallet & purse) prevention strategies for traveling abroad or here at home
• Defensive strategies for protecting a traveler’s lifeline – their mobile phone
• Medical emergencies while traveling and what you must do BEFORE they occur
Kevin’s insights extend beyond the sales meetings where he regularly conducts his travel skills presentations to business travelers, as he’s frequently featured in the media – whether it’s Oprah’s Couch, CNN, CBS or FOX News, Inside Edition, to the Travel Channel. While his street-smart travel skills and wisdom reach millions on television, now it’s your turn to benefit by attending this meeting.
Because this content is unique and significantly benefits an organization’s travel safety training program, BABTA’s members are encouraged to bring a guest from your organization to attend with you. Strongly consider inviting someone from your corporate security, HR, safety, EHS, or even your training department so they can get ideas of the type of content you should be sharing with your travelers.
With his street-smart travel advice curated from several decades of investigating crimes for the LAPD, Detective Coffey will share insider travel tips many travelers wish they knew BEFORE their last trip turned upside down.
$70 for Members/GBTA All Access
$100 for Non Members

GBTA | WI presents Generative Al: From Theory to Travel - GTP Credit Approved
2024-05-08 09:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
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 customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization. This will be a journey of practical insights and innovative strategies that will revolutionize the traveler’s experience!
This session will include: An Overview on Generative AI, The implications of Generative AI on Business Travel, Fox World Travel’s Generative AI Experience, Risks with Generative AI, and the potential of AI-enabled Business Travel.

We are excited to welcome Sam Hilgendorf who has served as the chief information officer (CIO) at Fox World Travel since 2018.
Members: $75 before May 1st
Guests: $110 before May 1st
Meeting Venue: Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection by Marriott, 304 North Adams Street, Green Bay, WI 54301

Future Insights: Reshaping Business Travel Dynamics - GTP Credit Approved
2024-05-09 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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 Travel,
The event will be followed by the Suppliers Panel featuring
Norm Rose, President, Travel Tech Consulting; Justin Schuster, VP of Marketing, Spotnana; Jonathan Dicesare, Regional Manager, Digital Sales, United Airlines; Will Pinnell, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, HRS; Moderator Barbara Arena, Global Category Manager, Festive Road
And Buyer Panel featuring
Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager, F5; Sean Parham, Sr. Manager Travel & Meeting Services, Discord; Ronda Gill, Global Travel and Meetings, The Estee Lauder Companies; Moderator Carey Pascoe, Head of Global Travel Operations, Block.
Happening at Hyatt Regency SFO
1333 Bayshore Highway
Burlingame, CA 94010

Navigating horizons: unlocking efficiency in travel & expense payment solutions
2024-05-13 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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!
Speaker: Jeff Ochaita, Senior Director Customer Technology & Global Solutions – Adelman Travel/GBTA Payments Committee Member
Location: The Art Hotel Denver (1201 Broadway, Denver CO 80203)
Price: $35 member/All Access Members, $60 non-members, $25 additional fee for late registrations after May 10th.

GBTA North Carolina Annual Tee Up For Travel @ Grandover Resort & Spa
2024-05-13 11:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
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 & peers.
Event Inclusions
-18 Holes of Golf with Cart Included OR Non-Golf Activity (TBA)
– Boxed Lunch at start of round
– 2 Drink Tickets/person
– Evening bites
There will be a Charity we donate a portion of the proceeds to. Get ready for Raffle Drawings & Prizes. Registration Costs for members starting at $125.00 per person & non-members at $150.00 per person
For Sponsorship Opportunities please reach out to brandon.stump@us.fcm.travel or paula.finn@tiaa.org See attached letter

Accessible Travel: Duty of Care for People of All Abilities - GTP Credit Approved
2024-05-14 11:00 - 13:10 (America/New_York)
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 Parks BlvdNashville, TN 37203Tickets$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration$45.00 after 08:00 am May 13$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration$45.00 after 08:00 am May 13$45.00 Guest Registration$55.00 after 08:00 am May 13

Education & Networking: Navigating Today's Shifting Travel Environment - GTP Credit Approved
2024-05-14 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
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 discussions that are relevant to both buyer and supplier alike.

Event speakers – See attachment for full details.
Location – IO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642
Price – $100

Latest Updates from the Seattle Airport Team!
2024-05-15 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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 the passenger experience? What new restaurants and lounges are set to open soon? Please join us for an informative overview of the latest developments at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. We are excited to once again be meeting and hearing from the leadership team at SEA.
SEA will provide updates on the following topics, with a Q&A session at the end of the program:
Airport Recovery and Air Service Trends
Customer Experience
Capital Projects
Airport Dining and Retail (ADR) and Lounges
Location: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, International Conference Room
Due to the size of the meeting room, we have a maximum capacity threshold, so please register early!
We look forward to seeing you there.
Parking: Complimentary with validation. The parking is extremely tight and limited, we encourage attendees to carpool and use public transportation as much as possible. If you do plan on using the parking, please plan on having to spend EXTRA time to locate available spots.
$60 Members
$75 Non-Members

SEA Airport Update
2024-05-15 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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 restaurants and lounges are set to open soon? Please join us for an informative overview of the latest developments at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. We are excited to once again be meeting and hearing from the leadership team at SEA.
SEA will provide updates on the following topics, with a Q&A session at the end of the program:
Airport Recovery and Air Service Trends
Customer Experience
Capital Projects
Airport Dining and Retail (ADR) and Lounges
Location: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, International Conference Room
Due to the size of the meeting room, we have a maximum capacity threshold, so please register early!
We look forward to seeing you there.
Parking: Complimentary with validation. The parking is extremely tight and limited, we encourage attendees to carpool and use public transportation as much as possible. If you do plan on using the parking, please plan on having to spend EXTRA time to locate available spots.
Venue:
Seattle Airport
17801 International Blvd
Seattle, WA 98158
Registration:
$60.00 Members
$85.00 after 11:00 pm May 10
$10.00 Bingo – 3 tickets for $10
$60.00 All Access GBTA Member Ticket
$85.00 after 11:00 pm May 10
$75.00 Guest Ticket
$100.00 after 11:00 pm May 1

The Challenges of a Modern Road Warrior, Part 1
2024-05-16 11:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
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.

DCGBTA 7th Annual Golf Event & Inaugural Pickleball Clinic and Tournament!
2024-05-22 08:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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 Southwest Airlines! Come join us! The day will begin with Continental Breakfast at registration as we send the Golfers out to the course for a “shot-gun start” at 8am. We anticipate Pickleball to begin at 10am with a Pro Clinic, then Tournament play until 1pm. For those who prefer not to “play,” we are pleased to offer Wine Tasting at 11am. In the afternoon, we will feature a delicious buffet meal, with awards and presentations by our sponsors and leadership team. Check back for more details, but be sure to register to attend as we will be limited in space for golf (120) and pickleball (20)! See you there!
Event Speaker: N/A
Location of Event: Bretton Woods Golf & Country Club
15770 River Rd.
Germantown, MD 20874

Golf Tournament & Pickleball Clinic
2024-05-22 08:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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 at registration as we send the Golfers out to the course for a “shot-gun start” at 8am. We anticipate Pickleball to begin at 10am with a Pro Clinic, then Tournament play until 1pm. For those who prefer not to “play,” we are pleased to offer Wine Tasting at 11am. In the afternoon, we will feature a delicious buffet meal, with awards and presentations by our sponsors and leadership team. Check back for more details, but be sure to register to attend as we will be limited in space for golf (120) and pickleball (40)! See you there!
Available Sponsorship Opportunities:
Breakfast Sponsor – Includes Foursome for Golf, Breakfast, Lunch & 2 Drink Tickets per Player ($3,000)
Lunch Sponsor – Includes Foursome for Golf, Breakfast, Lunch & 2 Drink Tickets per Player ($3,000)
Open Bar Sponsor! – Includes Registration for 2 Golfers, Breakfast, Lunch & 2 Drink Tickets per Player ($2,000)
Inaugural Wine Tasting Event Sponsor – Includes Lunch & Wine Tasting for 2 ($750)
“Closest to the Pin” Hole Contest Sponsor! – Includes Registration for 1 Golfer, Breakfast, Lunch & 2 Drink Tickets ($750)
Hole Sponsor – Feature your Brand! ($250)

LABTA Education Day - GTP Credit Approved
2024-05-22 08:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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 include hot topics (NDC, AI and more) on panel discussions and guest speakers; it includes a free professional headshot, breakfast, lunch, and will conclude with a happy hour!
Event Speaker: Many – visit https://labta.org/ for details
Location of Event: Marina Del Rey Hotel, Marina Del Rey, CA
Price: $125 (chapter members); $150 for all others
