Global Business Travel Association - GBTA

Silicon Valley Chapter - The Remnants of the Pandemic: Rebuilding and Improving in this New Post Pandemic World
2023-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
The pandemic has turned the travel industry upside down and what we might have thought was the main in focus in 2019 could have now changed in 2023. Join us in a discussion with Aaron McMillan, United Airlines Managing Director of Hospitality & Planning as he takes us on a journey through supply chain issues, rebuilding service to improve the customer experience, and sustainability, and how this new direction will be a game changer for the future.
Event Speaker
Aaron McMillan, Managing Director of Hospitality & Planning | United Airlines
Pricing and Registration

$10.00 Member Ticket with Optional $10 Donation
$0.00 Member Complimentary Registration
$10.00 Guest Ticket with Optional $10 Donation
Event Sponsor

Plaza Premium Lounge & Emirates Tour - GTP Credit Approved
2023-04-19 12:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
GBTA Central and Northern Florida
Plaza Premium Lounge & Emirates Tour
Join us for an amazing opportunity. Experience the new Plaza Premium Lounge at the Orlando International Airport, tour an Emirates aircraft and check out he new Terminal C. Space is limited so register today. Attendees will have a chance to experience the new Plaza Premium Lounge, enjoy the food and drinks and hear about what’s new and exciting with them. After everyone will walk down and tour an Emirates Boeing 777 and visit the new Terminal C.
Location of Event
Orlando International Airport, Orlando FL
Pricing and Registration
$40 Members / $60 Non-Members

New England Chapter - New England Aquarium - Boston Event
2023-04-20
Calling all GBTA New England members with a creative idea and competitive spirit! Join us on April 20th for an exciting live evening “Shark Tank” experience at the New England Aquarium in Boston! Do you have an innovative travel-related idea that you believe could “wow’ an esteemed panel of judges and ultimately enhance the travel industry? Have you or your team been re-imagining a concept related to customer service, tech innovation, recruitment, travel essentials, etc.? The options are truly endless…do you think YOU (or yourself and a small team who have already been working on something) have what it takes to impress the judges (sharks) and win the grand prize?
Speaking of the “sharks”…who could they be??? We won’t be sharing their identities quite yet, but let’s just say they are not members of our chapter but are hard-hitting very experienced travel industry professionals. You do not want to miss this event!!!
Submit a quick 60 second video to include – your name, company, brief summary of your idea, and how the industry will benefit from making it a reality via email to Lindsay.Balram@alkermes.com by March 31st. GBTA New England Board of Directors will select the top 4-6 ideas and notify contestants by April 7th!
Event Speaker
Panel of 4 Judges, Travel Buyers
Location of Event
New England Aquarium – Boston Event
Venue Information
New England Aquarium – Boston, 1 Central Warf, Boston, MA 02110
Pricing and Registration
Register at www.nebta.org
Direct and Allied Community Member and/or GBTA All-Access Direct Members Associated with New England Chapter: Free
Non-Members: $75
GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITHOUT GBTA New England Bundle membership): $50
GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITH GBTA New England Bundle membership): $50
GBTA All-Access Member who is NOT a New England Chapter Member: $50

GBTA Puget Sound Chapter- GBTA Puget Sound April Meeting - The Future of Travel - 2019 Is Obsolete
2023-04-20
WHAT DOES 2022 DATA TELL US ABOUT THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL?
Join us for a dynamic panel representing suppliers and buyers who will be discussing what 2022 trends are telling us about the rest of 2023 and beyond! We are doing a disservice to our industry by continuing to compare data to 2019 as the world is a different place. The reason for travel has shifted, travel program goals have pivoted, new technologies are emerging at a rapid pace and there are new opportunities for how buyers & suppliers can work together.
Event Speakers
Mark Hollyhead – Egencia, a Global Business Travel Company – President
Mark Ziglar – NetApp – Senior Travel Manager NetApp
Keri Robinson – Marriott – Area Vice President, Western Mountain Pacific
Mark Laglar – United – Western Region’s Technology Sales Manager
Location of Event
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington At Seattle’s Southport
1053 Lake Washington Blvd N
Renton, WA 98056
Pricing and Registration
$60.00 Members
$85.00 after 11:00 pm April 16
$75.00 Non-Members
$100.00 after 11:00 pm April 16
$10.00 Bingo – 3 tickets for $10
$60.00 All Access GBTA Member Ticket
$85.00 after 11:00 pm April 16
Event Sponsor

Philadelphia Chapter - TMC Sourcing 2.0 and Critical Thinking - GTP Credit Approved
2023-04-20 00:00 - 01:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for lunch at Valley Forge Casino for a fascinating insight into modern sourcing best practices.
Selecting the right Travel Management Company (TMC) is the most important decision travel buyers make for their travel program. However, today’s process for sourcing TMC’s is out-of-date, inefficient, and frequently falls short of expectations.
Join Bryan Holmes, Founder of Bid Logic Solutions, as he presents TMC Sourcing 2.0. In this presentation Bryan brings in critical thinking to the sourcing process, while taking you on an insightful journey from TMC Sourcing 1.0, where the TMC’s people are center stage, to TMC Sourcing 2.0, where the TMC’s technology is center stage—yet people still infinitely matter.
This presentation is critical to both buyers and sellers alike. Come prepared to improve your decision making skills and learn concrete things you can do to add more value to the sourcing process, whether you’re the buyer or the seller.
Event Speaker
Bryan Holmes, Founder and CEO |
Bryan’s Bio:
Bryan Holmes is the founder and CEO of Bid Logic Solutions Inc., a technology and business travel consulting firm singularly focused on TMC Sourcing. Prior to launching Bid Logic Solutions, Bryan was a Senior Director of Retention for BCD Travel, an Engagement Manager and Sr. Consultant for TCG Consulting, and the Global Travel Manager for Broadcom Corporation, where Bryan started his 20+ year career in Business Travel.Bid Logic Solutions Inc.
Location of Event
Valley Forge Casino
1160 1st Ave
King of Prussia, PA 19406
https://www.vfcasino.com/
Pricing and Registration
Member: Free
Member (Optional): $50.00 – If your situation and budget allows for it, please consider making a $50 payment as you register to attend this meeting. This payment will help support the ongoing costs of holding meetings for our non-profit organization. Thank you!
Guest: $75.00
GBTA All-Access Member: Free, but must be a GBTA All-Access Member and note which Chapter you belong to
THANK YOU TO OUR GOLD SPONSOR!

Plaza Premium Lounge & Emirates Tour
2023-04-20 00:00 - 01:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an amazing opportunity. Experience the new Plaza Premium Lounge at the Orlando International Airport, tour an Emirates aircraft, and check out the new Terminal C. Space is limited so register today.
Attendees will have a chance to experience the new Plaza Premium Lounge, enjoy the food and drinks, and hear about what’s new and exciting with them. After everyone will walk down and tour an Emirates Boeing 777 and visit the new Terminal C.
Pricing and Registration
$40 Members; $60 Non-Members
Event sponsored by

GTP Credit approved

New York City Chapter - Sustainability Best Practices: A Discussion on How to Manage the Climate Impact of Business Travel
2023-04-21 05:30 - 06:30 (America/New_York)
A snapshot into how companies are currently reducing emissions from their corporate travel programs.
Companies are practicing a wide range of strategies to decarbonize their travel programs. These include, among others: demand management policies, better point-of-booking information to nudge employees to select lower carbon options, partnering with responsible transport and accommodations providers, investing in low-carbon technologies, tracking emissions against a set baseline, and purchasing carbon offsets. But which solutions are truly driving change and allowing companies to continue to travel for business when necessary, while reducing their climate impact?
GBTA will provide a snapshot into how companies are currently mitigating their emissions from business travel (scope 3.6) – including key ingredient for success, types of measures currently at disposal and their various pros and cons, including barriers thar require collective multi-stakeholder action to accelerate progress.
Event Speaker
Delphine Millot is SVP Sustainability and Advocacy for GBTA and Managing Director of the GBTA Foundation. Based in NYC, she joined GBTA in January 2022 to set-up a climate action initiative for the industry and re-launch the GBTA Foundation – with the mission to catalyze action in the global business travel industry to create a positive impact and better future for people and the planet. Before joining GBTA, Delphine was heading the International Public Affairs Division of Grayling, a global consulting firm specialized in strategic communications and government affairs. Delphine holds a Masters in Public Administration from the Institute of Political Science of Strasbourg, France and a MPA in International Policy and Sustainable Management from Columbia University.
Fanny Everard is the Sustainability Program Manager at GBTA. She has a background in Business and Economics with a MA in Climate Change and Societal Impact from the Columbia University Climate School. Before GBTA, Fanny worked for the UN World Food Program in Rome, Italy where she held an operations and logistics role, ensuring food security for the West Africa region. She is the lead GBTA liaison on the Corporate Sustainability Benchmarking project, to help partners and members decarbonize their travel policies, and develop GBTA’s internal greening efforts.
Event Agenda
3:30 PM – Registration
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – General Session
Chapter Updates
Followed by Presentation, Items of Discussion Include: Sustainability Best PracticesResults of GBTA’s benchmarking exercise with leading corporates
Q&A
5:00 PM -6:00 PM Reception
Meeting Venue
Project Farmhouse
(Event Space attached to the Hyatt Union Square New York)
76 E 13th St, New York, NY 10003
Reception Venue
Library of the Distilled Spirits
(Lobby Bar at the Hyatt Union Square New York)
134 Fourth Avenue, New York, NY 10003

San Diego Chapter - April Networking Meeting
2023-04-25 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Let’s get together and celebrate that the sun is out in San Diego! Join us at the recently transformed Town and Country Resort in Mission Valley.
A beloved landmark since 1953, the resort’s multimillion dollar revamp from top-to-bottom has added modern guestrooms, chef-driven dining and a sprawling pool complex.
Now you have the opportunity to join the fun!
Location of Event
Town and Country Resort
500 Hotel Circle North
San Diego CA 92108
Pricing and Registration
$35 members/$45 guests

Greater DC Metro Chapter - Traveling with Disabilities
2023-04-27 23:30 (America/New_York)
Traveling with Disabilities: Part of DEI
Join us for this panel discussion while we talk about the challenges and accommodations for traveling with disabilities. Two of our special guest panelists are Special Olympic Athletes who will talk about their challenges while they travel. This is affecting travel policies, airlines, hotels, car rentals, and more!
Event Sponsor

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Michigan Chapter - GBTA Michigan ISO 31030 | The What, the Why, and the Work Ahead - GTP Credit Approved
2023-04-28
Main Session
This event’s educational focus is on Travel Risk Management (TRM) and our featured speaker will be Kevin Coffey, Travel and Meeting Risk Trainer and Evangelizer, If you don’t know about the new ISO 31030 standard, this is the event to attend. Last year, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) released the 1st international travel risk management standard, ISO 31030, which provides guidance to organizations on how to manage business travel risk to organizations and travelers.
This presentation will cover

Introduction to the ISO 31030 TRM Standard, its ten sections, and annexes
How it benefits organizations, travel programs, and business travelers
How it benefits travel suppliers, including TMCs, the accommodations sector, and other business travel partners
How travel managers and supplier partners should address this new TRM standard within their organization and with clients
ISO 31030 training and resources

Additional Session
NDC Update: Airline Reservation System Now, Then and Next!
We will take a look at a quick recap of the history of airline reservation systems and will then fast forward to what’s happening today with Amadeus and the New Distribution Capability, aka NDC, and what this means to drive better airline retailing in the travel industry.
Event Speaker
Sherri Schwebach, Senior Sales Director, Amadeus
Sherri Schwebach joined Amadeus in 2021 and has been helping drive success across the Americas for Amadeus and the travel industry. Throughout her long career, she has held many roles in both airline and travel technology with other GDS’ and with airlines such as American Airlines and AirCal. Sherri is currently the Sr. Sales Director for Travel Distribution at Amadeus.
Location of Event
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
5700 28th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Pricing and Registration
$90.00 Other Chapter/GBTA All Access Member Ticket
$100.00 after 05:00 pm April 21
$100.00 Guest Ticket (one-time meeting)
$110.00 after 05:00 pm April 21
$85.00 Basic Member (without meeting package)
$95.00 after 05:00 pm April 21
$0.00 Honorary Member Ticket
$0.00 Full Member w/Meeting Package

Tennessee Chapter - Mountains of Opportunity; Latest and Greatest News from Visit Knoxville - GTP Credit Approved
2023-05-09 23:00 - 2023-05-10 00:00 (America/New_York)
Kim Bumpas, President, Visit Knoxville shares the latest and greatest news from the organization that works hard every day to successfully put Knoxville and its business-friendly values first and foremost while highlighting the importance of further developing Knoxville as a premier destination for visitors, meetings/conventions, sporting events, and film production.
Event Speaker
Kim Bumpas, President, Visit Knoxville
Location of Event
Ancient Lore Village
7107 Sevierville Pike
Knoxville, TN 37920
https://www.ancientlorevillage.com/
Pricing and Registration
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration *Meeting Only*
$45.00 after 12:00 pm May 8
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration *Meeting Only*
$45.00 after 12:00 pm May 8
$40.00 Guest Registration *Meeting Only*
$50.00 after 12:00 pm May 8
$50.00 GBTA-TN Member – Chapter Meeting AND Monday’s Welcome Reception
$60.00 after 12:00 pm May 8
$50.00 GBTA All-Access Registration – Chapter Meeting AND Monday’s Welcome Reception
$60.00 after 12:00 pm May 8
$55.00 Guest Registration – Chapter Meeting AND Monday’s Welcome Reception – Non Members
$65.00 after 12:00 pm May 8

Los Angeles Chapter - 2023 Education Day
2023-05-10
Join GBTA Los Angeles for our annual Education Day being held at the California Yacht Club in Marina Del Rey!
Through dynamic and interactive education seminars and networking, the GBTA Los Angeles Education Day offers travel industry professionals the opportunity to gain valuable insight into business travel, technology trends and enhancements. This program will include travel industry top of mind topics featuring multiple speakers that are experts in their fields, and will feature special DE&I and Wellness segments that are sure to inspire. Make sure you bring plenty of business cards as you connect and network with our table top exhibitors during the breakfast (hosted by Enterprise and National Car Rental ), lunch and break hours for a chance at some raffle prizes and come prepared to take your professional headshot, complements of Amadeus Cytric Solutions .
See below for a special promotion from one of our meeting sponsors, Copa Airlines.
*As we continue to finalize our topics and speakers, please check back here for additional updates and a more detailed agenda in the next few weeks.
Agenda (subject to change)
8:00 am – 9:00 am: Registration and Table Top Exhibits
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Breakfast (Hosted by Enterprise & National Car Rental), Headshots (hosted by Amadeus Cytric Solutions) and Table Top Exhibits
9:00 am – 9:10 am: Opening Remarks
9:10 am – 9:15 am: Sponsor Spotlight – CTM
9:15 am – 10:15 am: Hotel Session
10:15 am – 10:25 am: Break
10:25 am – 11:25 am: AI Session
11:25 am – 11:30 am: Sponsor Spotlight – Fragomen
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Lunch, Headshots (hosted by Amadeus Cytric Solutions) and Table Top Exhibits
1:00 pm – 1:03 pm: Sponsor Spotlight – Enterprise Holdings
1:03 pm – 1:30 pm: Wellness Program
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Sustainability Session
2:30 pm – 2:40 pm: Break
2:40 pm – 2:43 pm: Sponsor Spotlight – Amadeus Cytric Solutions
2:45 pm – 3:45 pm: NDC Session
3:45 pm – 4:45 pm: DEI Session
4:45 pm – 5:00 pm – Wrap Up
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Cocktail Hour
Parking
Free
Topics & Panelists this year include
The strong comeback of Hospitality and it’s current challenges (a Hotel Industry panel)
Moderated by
Steven Van Overmeiren
Associate Director, Global Travel Services -Baker McKenzie
While revenue per available room (RevPAR) recovery is exceeding expectations, labor shortages are still creating challenges for hotels. The hospitality industry is adapting to meet challenges by adjusting amenities, outsourcing more and increasing reliance on technology.
Panelists
Sylvie Rothenberg Jon Elliot
Global Account Director Managing Director
IHG Hotels & Resorts BWH Hotel Group
Lee Palmer-Turner Steven M. Van Overmeiren
Corporate Travel Manager Associate Director, Global Travel Services
MGM/Amazon Baker McKenzie
Jeanne Norton, CTC, CCTE, GLP
Director of Global Travel & Expense
OSI Systems, Inc.
What is DE&I and why is it important for your organization? (an inspirational fireside chat with industry leader and Ph. D. Dr. Alexis Mootoo)
Moderated and conducted by
Dr. Alexis Mootoo, Ph. D.
Associate Vice President -University of South Florida
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important to company culture because they foster creativity, fresh perspectives, and understanding. By implementing DE&I, people of different races, abilities, ages, genders, religion, sexual orientation, and other diverse backgrounds can be made more comfortable in the workplace
Ready or not…NDC 2.0 is here! An honest and open discussion between industry leaders.
Moderated by
Chris Lefevre
Vice President Program Management -BCD Travel
Consistent to our Education Day 2022 session on this hot topic, we’ll be hosting an open discussion about New Distribution Capability’s current and foreseeable impact on corporate travel. NDC initiatives continue to gain traction globally, but what does this mean from a commercial, technological, traveler experience, and overall managed corporate travel program perspective? Our panel of experts representing the Direct / Buyer, Travel Management Company, and Online Booking Tool / Global Distribution System will be sharing their views on NDC’s outlook for corporations and their travelers both short- and long-term. Be sure to join what will likely be one of most dynamic panels!
Panelists
Joel Bailey Fred Bowen
Chief Technology Officer Sr. Director, Corporate & Global
North America Business Accounts
CTM Amadeus
Kelli Erving Chris Lefevre
Global Travel Manager Vice President Program
Equinix Management
BCD Travel
Sustainability on Meetings and Events (an industry leaders conversation on how M&E can successfully thrive and maintain green initiatives)
Moderated by
Mary Ellen Eichler
Director, Worldwide Sales -Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
&
Brian Landers
Senior Vice President & Team Director -Conference Direct
Learn from industry leaders on how your organization can take steps to create a plan around sustainability with your events. As a growing initiative within many companies, it’s important to keep abreast of the different ways you can implement sustainability, these initiatives can be adopted into your live events.
Panelists
Mary Ellen Eichler Brian Landers
Director, Worldwide Sales SVP/Team Director
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts ConferenceDirect
Larry Hanson Sarah Jensen
Chief Marketing Officer Co-Founder & CEO
ConferenceDirect Hugh & Grace
AI in corporate travel… is it an enhancement or replacement to the human experience? (an industry leaders panel on the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in the Corporate Travel space)
Moderated by
Jessica Hurley-Jones
Associate Service Manager -American Honda
Panelists
Atyab Bhatti Jessica Hurley-Jones
Co-Founder and CEO Associate Service Manager
SkyLink American Honda
Miriam Moscovici Vaughn Davis
VP Partnerships & Research General Manager
BCD Travel Dream Hollywood
Bring Wellness to your workplace (an interactive and fun “wellness in Travel” session)
Moderated and Conducted by
Nicole Mixdorf
Chief Wellness Officer, Balance by Nature
This fun, interactive and energizing wellness session is designed to provide a powerful toolbox of skills to reduce stress, build resilience and enhance performance in the workplace. What you learned today can also be applied while you are and your travelers are on the road. A wellness session with Nicole is a true treat!

Utah Chapter - May Monthly Meeting
2023-05-11
Darren Hughes is the Bid Lead for the Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the Games. Darren’s role is to guide Utah’s ambition to host the 2030 or 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games through the IOC’s Future Host Election Process.
Darren is a leading expert in the bidding for and delivery of major events. Over the past 25 years, Darren has worked with the majority of major multi-sport bidders, event owners and organizers across myriad projects, with particular emphasis in the areas of bid management, people, and event planning.
Darren began his event career over four years as the Director of Human Resources Planning and Operations at the Salt Lake 2002 Games.

Puget Sound Chapter - May General Meeting
2023-05-11 02:00 - 03:00 (America/New_York)
Selecting the right Travel Management Company (TMC) is one of the most important decision travel buyers make for their travel program. However, today’s process for sourcing TMC’s is out-of-date, inefficient, and frequently falls short of expectations.
Join Bryan Holmes, Founder of Bid Logic Solutions, as he presents TMC Sourcing 2.0. In this presentation Bryan brings in critical thinking to the sourcing process, while taking you on an insightful journey from TMC Sourcing 1.0, where the TMC’s people are center stage, to TMC Sourcing 2.0, where the TMC’s technology is center stage—yet people still infinitely matter.
This presentation is critical to both buyers and sellers alike. Come prepared to learn pragmatic strategies to improve your decision making and sourcing (and even sales) skills, and see why a recent attendee to this presentation had this to say: “Truly the most informative talk I have heard in a while. Bryan is a very engaging speaker with a talent for making complicated ideas very digestible.
Event Speaker
Bryan Holmes Bio
Bryan Holmes is the founder and CEO of Bid Logic Solutions Inc., a technology and business travel consulting firm singularly focused on TMC Sourcing. Prior to launching Bid Logic Solutions, Bryan was a Senior Director of Retention for BCD Travel, an Engagement Manager and Sr. Consultant for TCG Consulting, and the Global Travel Manager for Broadcom Corporation, where Bryan started his 20+ year career in Business Travel.
Location of Event
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle–Bellevue / Downtown
11010 Ne 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98004
http://www.marriott.com/bvudt
Directions

North Central Chapter - 2023 Education Summit - GTP Credit Approved
2023-05-11 20:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
It will be an exciting day of industry education, information and idea sharing starting with Keynote Speaker Katie Virtue from Festive Road, who will discuss How to Get Internal Buy-In from Stakeholders.
Event Speaker
Katie Virtue, Consultant, Festive Road
Location of Event
JX Event Venue, Stillwater, MN 55082
Pricing and Registration
$135.00 Member Ticket
$210.00 after 12:00 pm May 9
$120.00 Earlybird rate before May 1
$160.00 Non-Member Ticket
$235.00 after 12:00 pm May 9
$135.00 Earlybird rate before May 1
$200.00 Member Trade Show Table
$150.00 Earlybird rate before May 1
$275.00 Non-Member Trade Show Table
$225.00 Earlybird rate before May 1

GBTA Upstate New York Chapter - May 2023 Chapter Meeting - Preparing for the Solar Eclipse of 2024 - Will Your Travel Organization be Ready?
2023-05-12 05:00 - 06:00 (America/New_York)
As a travel professional in Upstate New York, you are a stakeholder in the rare event of being in the path of totality of a full solar eclipse. Learn what you can do to help prepare your organization and ensure your travelers and customers have a positive experience when the moon covers the sun on April 8, 2024. As an added treat, the venue is hosting an exhibit of works by eclipse artist and astronomer Dr. Tyler Nordgren.
Event Speaker
A member of the Rochester Eclipse Task Force (to be named)
Location of Event
Salena’s at Village Gate, 302 N. Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607
Pricing and Registration
$50 for Chapter and All-Access Members
$70 for Guests

Chicago Chapter - GBTA Chicago Q2 Meeting - GTP Credit Approved
2023-05-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
During our time together we’ll explore a number of topics relevant to both buyers and suppliers, and you’ll have an opportunity to pick sessions to attend based on what you’re most interested in. Including such timely and relevant topics as:
• Purposeful and Justifiable Travel: in the current era of high inflation and demands for each corporate dollar spent, how can the travel buyer enhance their travel program? (led by Katie Virtue, Festive Road)
• Building a business case in a dynamic market place: hear from a panel of experienced travel managers (led by Trish Rothman, William Blair and Leslie Andrews, JLL)
• NDC: the nuts and bolts, state of the current marketplace (led by Greeley Koch, 490 Consulting and Fred Bowen, Amadeus)
Location of Event
United Airlines HQ, Chicago, IL
Pricing and Registration
$75.00 Member registration
$125 Guest Registration

Arizona Chapter - Phoenix Sky Harbor Updates - GTP Credit Approved
2023-05-17
It has been an exciting year at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from new multimillion dollar projects coming online to hosting Super Bowl traffic to being the first airport in the world with driverless cars. Chief Revenue Officer Roxann Favors will present an airport update as well as a glimpse into future plans. Air Service Manager Alexandria Van Haren will share how you can now fly directly from Phoenix to more destinations than ever before as well as what destinations are targets for future service.
Event Speaker
Roaxnn Favors, Cief Revenue Officer | Phoenix Sky Harbor
Alexandria Van Haren, Air Revenue Officer | Phoenix Sky Harbor
Location of Event
Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson

South Florida Chapter - TSA Real ID Update - GTP Credit Approved
2023-05-23 23:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA South Florida – May Educational Forum
TSA Real ID Update – What’s it all about, and how do we prepare?
Event Speaker
Simone Davis, Director of Real ID , TSA.
She is responsible for integrating all REAL ID activities within TSA while coordinating with DHS and external partners. She provides strategic direction for the enforcement of the program at TSA as well as guiding the promotion and marketing activities.
Location of Event
Le Meridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport
1825 Griffin Road
Dania Beach, FL 33004
Pricing and Registration
$75.00 Non-Member/Guest Ticket
$95.00 after 11:59 pm May 16
$50.00 Member Ticket
$65.00 after 11:59 pm May 16

Joint GBTA – Bay Area and Silicon Valley Education Day
2023-05-25 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Travel Program of the Future – ESG 2023!
Balancing People, Planet and Profits
Learn how to integrate key elements of environmental, social, and corporate governance into your travel program. Is your travel program aligned with your company’s ESG targets?
Location of Event
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco – 223 Twin Dolphin Dr., Redwood City, CA
Agenda
10:00 a.m. Buyers Only Session
*A downloadable Copy of WTP Self-assessment Guide for ISO 31030 will be provided to each attendee of the buyer only session ($1,000 value).
11:30 a.m. Check-in & Trade Show
12:00 p.m. Lunch & Keynote
1:30 p.m. Trade Show & Networking
2:00 p.m. Travel Buyers Panel
3:00 p.m. Expert Panel
4:00 p.m. Networking reception
Keynote Speaker
Matthew Patterson – Sr. Director of Client Relationship Management, Advito and GBTA Aviation Committee Member
Buyer’s Only Session
Buyer Panel: Frank Harrison – Regional Security Director of North America, World Travel Protection
Buyer Panel: Ryan Pierce – Sr. Travel Manager, Amer/LACA | Salesforce
Expert Panel
Moderator of the Expert Panel
Kevin Iwamoto, Former President of GBTA 2001-2003 & Chief Customer Officer at Bizly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-iwamoto/
Gary Murakami, Vice President of Sales and Industry Relations, Teneo Hospitality, GTP, GLP, CMP-Fellow, CMM, DES https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyymurakami/
Laura Bell, Sr. Director, Global Strategic Events, Coupa Software https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabellway/
Travel Manager Panel
Moderated by our Keynote Speaker – Matthew Patterson
Daryl Keiper, Sr. Manager, US Travel Program Genentech, Inc. https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryl-keiper-7b6b595/
Michele Fontaine, Director, Global Travel, Meeting + Events, OKTA linkedin.com/in/michellefontaine02
Overview of Sessions
Buyer’s Session – 10a to 11a
All attendees will get the WTP ISO 31030 assessment guide free of charge ($1,000 value)
Agenda
Terms and definitions
• Understanding the organization and its context
• Managing travel risk
• Travel risk assessment
• Travel risk treatment
• Communication and consultation
• Program monitoring and review
• Program recording and reporting
Learnings
How to tackle the new risks in today’s word
Understand what ISO 31030 is and how do you prepare your travel program
New methods for communication, recording and reporting
Trade show/Registration 11a to 12n
Welcome and sponsors: 12-12:25a
Key Note 12:25 to 1:15p Matthew Patterson
How to build a greener future for corporate travel?
1:15 – 1:45 Trade show and Networking
Travel Manager Panel 1:50p-2:30p
Sustainability: What have you implemented, how do you measure and report, what are you doing now, and what is your plan forward?
Moderator: Mathew Patterson
Panelists: Daryl Keiper, Genentech; Michele Fontaine, OKTA; Dorian Stonie, Salesforce (just won BTN Sustainable Travel award)
Agenda
What can buyers across all companies do now to reduce their carbon footprint?
Communication and behavior influence strategies
Reporting and measurement of reduction strategies
Policy changes and enforcement
Learnings
How to drive behavior change
What technology is there to make travel more sustainable
How do you measure the impact of your travel program
2:30p to 2:45p sponsor presentations
2:45p to 3:15p Break/Tradeshow
Expert Panel 3:15p-3:55p
Integrating ESG with a focus on sustainability into your meetings and events
Moderator: Kevin Iwamoto
Panelists: Laura Bell, Director M&E at Coupa and Gary Murakami, VP Teneo Hospitality
Agenda
Then/now: how companies are shifting from simple “green” initiatives to more robust ESG initiatives, learn what you can implement. What is next, and how do you implement and measure?
Learnings
How to report each meeting’s CO2 footprint
How you can integrate social and governance components of your sustainability strategy into your program.
How to get started with move beyond emissions and infuse governance, impact on communities and equitable meetings initiatives
4:00p Closing remarks, introduce DE&I focused Networking Reception
4:10p-5 DE&I focused networking reception with interactive/conversation starters at round tables and throughout event touch points.
Pricing and Registration
Register before 5pm on Friday May 12th
$125 Chapter Member
$125 GBTA All Access
$160 Non-member
Register after 5pm on Friday May 12th to 5pm on Friday May 19th
$145 Chapter Member
$145 GBTA All Access
$180 Non-member
Walkup-$190 (limited seats, no guarantees)

Tennessee Chapter - A Discussion on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion with Emma Kate Protis, Delta Air Lines - GTP Credit Approved
2023-06-06
It’s never been more essential to build a supportive and inclusive workplace. Join us as Emma Kate Protis, Senior Manager, Delta Air Lines, discusses how the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment can foster creativity, fresh perspectives, and understanding. Emma Kate is responsible for shaping Delta’s DEI reputation that reflects and engages Delta customers around the globe.
Event Speaker
Emma Kate Protis, Senior Manager, Delta Air Lines
Location of Event
Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
300 Korean Veterans Blvd
Nashville, TN 37201
Pricing and Registration
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am June 5
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am June 5
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 07:00 am June 5

Education Day - Building a Better Program: Be the Architect of Your Success - GTP Credit Approved
2023-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Upstate New York
Education Day is our premier event of the year. It is a day filled with education, networking, professional development, and collaboration. This year’s event promises to be one for the record books for our Chapter, bringing together business travel professionals from far and wide. Topics on the agenda include NDC, Effective Leadership, Hotel Sourcing, and more.
Event Speaker
Fred Bowen, Sr. Director Corporate & Global Business Accounts – Amadeus
Rosemary Maloney, Travel & Expense Manager – Alteryx
Stephen Gheerow, Sr. Manager Global Travel – Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Angela Paulus, Global Travel Manager – Pitney Bowes
Tamara Pope, Travel Coordinator – Tyler Technologies
Tony D’Astolfo, Senior VP North America – Serko Ltd
Nancy Tudorache, Regional VP the Americas – GBTA
Daniel Vargas, Membership Engagement Manager – GBTA
Location of Event
The Richardson Hotel in Buffalo, NY – a unique one-of-a-kind venue, classified as a National Historic Landmark – the highest designation given by the Department of the Interior to cultural resources.
Pricing and Registration
A bargain at $145 for Chapter and All-Access Members and $165 for Guests, including breakfast, midmorning and afternoon breaks, lunch, and an early evening networking reception.

Travel Transformations - A TMC Panel Discussion
2023-06-08 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an exclusive panel discussion featuring leading TMC’s sharing the most impressive big ideas they’ve seen from their clients. From innovative approaches, working with suppliers, and game-changing strategies for managing travel, each TMC will unveil two inspiring success stories. Our expert moderator will then lead an in-depth exploration of the most impactful ideas to extract practical insights and actionable takeaways for travel managers and industry professionals alike. By the end of the session, you’ll have discovered over 10 big ideas that can help transform your travel program and deliver unparalleled results. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and valuable ideas from the best in the business.
TMC Panel
BCD, CWT, FCM Travel Solutions, Amex GBT, Travel Leaders, Egencia
Event Schedule
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – TM60 Meeting (Buyers Only)
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration & Networking
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Program & Dinner
Location of Event
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
465 La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048

All About Networking
2023-06-09 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an evening of networking with tasty appetizers, and refreshing beverages hosted by the newly renovated Aloft Hotel! You’ll have the chance to experience the stunning design and style of our bar, lounge, and backyard patio while building meaningful relationships with like-minded individuals in the travel industry. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your network and enjoy a fun-filled evening with the GBTA professionals. Reserve your spot today!
Location of Event

Aloft Santa Clara
510 America Center Ct.
San Jose, CA 95002
Pricing and Registration

$10.00 Member Ticket
$30.00 Non-Member or Guest Ticket
$10.00 GBTA All Access Members Only
Event Sponsor

Welcome to DC! GBTA Pre-Summit Reception Sponsored by TripStax
2023-06-12 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Hosted by the DC GBTA and its generous sponsors from TripStax, this complimentary reception will feature beer, wine and light fare at the lovely Hilton Garden Inn Downtown White House lobby bar – Located at: 815 14th Street NW, Washington DC 20005.
After a day of travel or traffic – it will be a great opportunity to refresh and reconnect at this “Welcome to DC Reception!” Located just blocks from the GBTA Summit venue, enjoy the sights of DC with a quick walk to our Welcome Reception (or Uber/Lyft or Valet Park, if preferred.) Come join local, regional and national travel management professionals, suppliers and partners as they prepare to dig into the most relevant topics surrounding Sustainability and Legislative impacts at the GBTA Summit events in the days to follow!
DC GBTA is pleased to recognize TripStax as our Welcome Reception Sponsor, who joins our esteemed annual sponsors from Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines, in supporting our regional GBTA.
Relative to the GBTA Sustainability Summit: TripStax has introduced extensive carbon emissions data capabilities to its tech stack of travel management applications for TMCs following the announcement of a strategic partnership with sustainability intelligent platform Thrust Carbon. Learn more at tripstax.com.
Sponsors

Utah Business Travel Association Monthly Meeting Luncheon
2023-06-13 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Luncheon Date
Thursday, June 13, 2023 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Registration and Networking
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch Served, Announcements and Keynote Speaker
Location of Event
Embassy Suites – West Valley City
3524 S. Market Street
West Valley City, UT 84119
http://embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/utah/embassy-suites-salt-lake-west-valley-city-SLCSMES/index.html
Event Subject
The Problems and Solutions to Corporate Travel “Leakage”
Ever since technology was introduced into the corporate travel landscape, the ability for travelers to have a plethora of options in their bookings has led to multiple challenges for both corporate travel suppliers and managers. The primary challenge that arises from these options is that travelers choose them, which means they are not staying within the confines of the corporate travel program. This booking “leakage” presents multiple gaps in an organization’s travel program, including gaps in duty of care, compliance oversight, savings management, and more. How did we get here, what have we done to solve this challenge, and what technologies have emerged to help bridge these gaps? Join us as Justin Morris from Traxo discusses the history, challenges, and potential solutions.
Event Speaker
Justin Morris, Director of Sales | Traxo

Arizona Chapter - June Educational Program: Travel Industry Updates - GTP Credit Approved
2023-06-21
Join us for the June Lunch Program with a Panel of Experts at the NEW Omni Tempe at ASU
This is an opportunity to hear from our industry peers and discuss some of the current hot topics in business travel today. We are excited to have a team of experts from a variety of industry verticals to answer questions on our “new normal.” We will hear from a Travel Manager, Airline, TMC, Hotel and Car Rental company on how recovery is going for them, to what has changed as a key metric focus and more.

GBTA Puget Sound June Social in Seattle
2023-06-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an in-person networking event with GBTA Puget Sound Chapter, bringing together travel industry professionals in a vibrant and engaging setting. Whether you’re a travel buyer or supplier, this is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and expand your network.
Embrace the enchanting Seattle summer as you soak in breathtaking views from the Frolik rooftop Bar, located at the Motif hotel. Enjoy the lively ambiance, delectable refreshments, and the chance to forge valuable business connections in a relaxed and picturesque atmosphere.
Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to network with industry leaders, exchange insights, and create lasting partnerships. Mark your calendars, and we’ll see you on June 21 at 5:00 PM at Frolik rooftop Bar!
If you have any questions please reach out to administrator.
Location of Event
Frolik @ Motif Seattle
1415 5th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
http://www.motifseattle.com

Central & Northern Florida Chapter - Orlando Summer Educational - GTP Credit Approved
2023-06-22 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at our Summer Educational as we continue to invest in people through providing education, networking and mentorship. We have a full afternoon of amazing speakers. Come prepared to learn and walk away with some nuggets of wisdom that you can take back to your organization to make some changes.
Event Speakers
Frederick Bowen, Sr. Director | Corporate & Global Business Accounts
Justin Morris, Director of Sales | Traxo
Theo Szymanski, Director of Business Development | TRIPBAM, Inc.
Maria Henson, Market Research & Insights | Visit Orlando
Location of Event
Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center
3011 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Pricing and Registration
$85

GBTA South Florida June Educational Forum
2023-06-27 11:00 (America/New_York)
Thriving in the Every Day Chaos: A Holistic Approach to Mind-Body Wellness
Now more than ever we are living in a fast-paced lifestyle and doing more with less. Discover the power of holistic wellness in our transformative session designed for the modern busy individual. We’ll discuss the significance of brain health for overall well-being, embrace mindfulness to quiet the mind, cultivate gratitude to nurture the soul, and learn nourishing practices to fuel your mind and body.
