Global Business Travel Association - GBTA

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.

Tennessee Chapter - Taking Care of Business (Travel): Suppliers share post pandemic state of the union
2023-07-11 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
After the pandemic caused business travel to come to a halt, the future of business travel became unclear. Come hear from a panel of knowledgeable travel industry professionals to hear how we’re successfully getting back on the road again.
Supplier Panel
Justin Thurman, Account Manager | Enterprise Holdings
Ronni Anderson, Director of Sales | Tempo by Hilton Downtown Nashville
Terry Mazurek, Global Account Manager | Southwest Business
Location of Event
Virgin Hotels Nashville, 1 Music Square W, Nashville, TN
Pricing and Registration
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 01:00 am July 10
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 01:00 am July 10
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 01:00 am July 10

Hotel RFP trends - GTP Credit Approved
2023-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us as we discuss the latest RFP trends from hotels as business picks up and the industry gears up for the 2024 RFP season. Find out the additional challenges affecting hotels in the last year that stood out as game changing trends for the industry. Additionally, what are suppliers hearing from buyers that’s changing the way suppliers approach the upcoming RFP. This session will provide insight for both buyers and suppliers to manage a successful hotel RFP. You don’t want to miss this one!
Moderator

Barbara Arena, Global Category Manager | Festive Road @ Johnson & Johnson
Event Speaker
Elena Isaykina, Hyatt Sales Force – Global Manager
Laura Dinu, Intercontinental Hotels Group – Director, US Corporate West Global Sales America
Event Sponsor

GBTA | Puget Sound - SEA Airport Update
2023-07-20
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.
Location of Event
Held at SEA Airport – In-Person
Seattle Airport
17801 International Blvd
Seattle, WA 98158
http://www.portseattle.org/Sea-Tac/Pages/default.aspx
Pricing and Registration
$60.00 Members
$85.00 after 11:00 pm July 15
$75.00 Non-Members
$100.00 after 11:00 pm July 15
$10.00 Bingo – 3 tickets for $10
$60.00 All Access GBTA Member Ticket
$85.00 after 11:00 pm July 15

GBTA Oregon Presents: July 2023 Educational Lunch -Buyers Panel - GTP Credit Approved
2023-07-20
The role of travel buyer or ‘Travel Manager’ is rolled into varying functional areas at most companies. These might include Sourcing, Accounting, Human Resources, Administration or Indirect Procurement. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where non-dedicated travel buyers/managers will discuss how their business travel responsibilities align with those of their full-time jobs. And the unique challenges they face related to managing a business travel program with limited resources.
Moderator
Jerry Underwood – Global Travel Manager, Columbia Sportswear
Panelists
Joelle Latcu – Sr. Manager of HR Experience, KinderCare Learning Companies
Amy Stender – Sr. Sourcing Manager – Travel, NWEA
Tim Ackman -Corporate Sales Manager, Alaska Airlines
Annmarie E. Bruning- Accounting, Hoffman Construction Company
Kristina Davis – Accounting Operations Manager, BIOTRONIK
Jill Lutz – Travel Team Lead, Fisher Investments
Pricing and Registration
$50.00 Direct Member Educational Luncheon Fee
$65.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$50.00 Allied Member Educational Luncheon Fee
$65.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$65.00 Guest Educational Luncheon Fee
$80.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$50.00 GBTA All Access Direct Member Educational Luncheon Fee
$65.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$50.00 GBTA All Access Allied Member Educational Luncheon Fee
$65.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$55.00 MPI Registration
$70.00 after 12:00 am July 15
$10.00 Raffle Ticket (1)
$20.00 Raffle Ticket (3)
$10.00 Raffle Ticket (1)
$20.00 Raffle Ticket (3)

GBTA Bay Area Chapter - DEI - Spotlight on Disability, Mobility and Accessibility in Travel - GTP Credit Approved
2023-07-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Come out and join the GBTA|Bay Area DEI team as we have planned a wonderful event: Spotlight on Disability, Mobility and Accessibility in Travel. Our main speaker is a vision impaired traveler who will provide her perspectives and insights. There will be a Travel Industry panel discussion to include Airlines representatives, Hotel Representatives and Corporate Travel Managers support to travelers with special needs. Our intention is to promote discussion arounds needs/opportunities while raising awareness for travelers with disabilities.
Panelists
Alicia Connor, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Chef | Vision Impaired Frequent Traveler | Guest Speaker
Kevin Sullivan, Managing Director | Southwest Airlines
Steve Nelson, Accessibility/Diversity Program Manager | Alaska Airlines
Judy Emma, Global Corporate Travel Manager | Intapp
Jill Plemons, Director of Sales & Marketing | Beacon Grand
Kate Ellison, Director of Transient Sales | Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Location of Event
Beacon Grand

Tennessee Chapter - The Generational Divide: What Does Sustainability Mean to You?
2023-09-13
What does sustainability mean to you? Come hear from a generational panel who will share their wisdom, experience, energy and ideas on how we can be sustainably active in our roles at work, travel programs, and at home to help create a cleaner environment for future generations.
Panel Moderator
Annie Potts | Travel Manager, AllianceBernstein
Panel
Boomer: Scarlett Coffman | Director of Sales, Hilton Garden Inn – Nashville/Franklin/Cool Springs
Gen X: Nicole Bensing | Director of Sales & Marketing, Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Green Hills
Millennial: Caroline Bennett | Director of Corporate Responsibility and Jordi Tornatore | Sr Sales Manager, The Mint House
Location of Event
The Hutton Hotel
1808 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203

Pricing and Registration
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 1:00 am September 11
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 1:00 am September 11
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 1:00 am September 11

Wisconsin BTA - Bridging the Buyer/Supplier Gap - GTP Credit Approved
2023-09-13 10:45 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
This event’s highlight is a breakout session like no other, designed to bridge the gap between suppliers and buyers. During the session, suppliers and buyers will meet separately to candidly discuss the challenges they encounter when working together.
This open dialogue will foster a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved in the business travel ecosystem. After the breakouts, all participants will have the invaluable opportunity to collaborate on finding practical solutions, led by the expertise of Thomas Lynn, Vice President and Chief Counsel for Caesars Palace.
This event is a must-attend for professionals in the business travel sector looking to stay ahead of the curve, build lasting connections, and drive positive change.
Event Speaker
Thomas Lynn, Vice President & Chief Counsel, Property Transactions, Caesars|Harrah’s|Horsehoe, Las Vegas
Location of Event
Hilton Garden Inn Brookfield
325 S. Moorland Road Brookfield
Brookfield WI
Pricing and Registration
$70 for Allied/Direct Member ($80 after Sept. 6)
$70 Guest

Utah Chapter - Monthly Meeting and Luncheon - GTP Credit Approved
2023-09-14
Transportation Security Administration Update – TSA improvements and how this affects the business traveler and “best practice” when travelling through TSA checkpoints
Location of Event
Airport Board Room, Third Level – Directly behind the Southwest Ticket Counter
Parking
Please park in the garage and bring in your ticket for validation
Event Speakers
Our speakers will be representatives from the TSA at Salt Lake City Airport
Latoya Maestas – Transportation Security Manager
Ryan “Matt” Davis – Federal Security Director
Pricing and Registration
35.00

GBTA Oregon & Puget Sound Education Day 2023
2023-09-14 07:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Agenda
7:00 AM Registration Opens
7:30AM Breakfast Buffet Opens
8:15AM “Creating a Culture of Belonging” – Diana S. Cutaia, Coaching Peace
It’s proven that fostering a culture of belonging improves employee satisfaction, employee retention and productivity. In this session, the focus will be on the five domains of belonging in the workplace and how a sense of belonging benefits both customers and those colleagues who we serve.
Event Speaker
Diana Cutaia, Founder & CEO | Coaching Peace Consulting
Diana is a professional trainer, coach and strategist. She has a background in education, coaching, and corporate human resources with a focus on equity, leadership, and team building. She’s worked with over 50 colleges and K-12 schools, national and local non-profits such as the US Soccer Foundation, Girls Scouts, Women’s Sports Foundation, and corporations including Nike, Adidas, Portland Trail Blazers, Timbers FC and Orange Theory Fitness.
9:45AM Breakout Sessions:
Overview of Market – Forecast 2024 — Steve Cohen, Travel Portland
Description : Travel Portland is committed to generating travel demand that drives economic impact for Portland. The team at Travel Portland does this by promoting the destination in bold, innovative and collaborative ways that harness Portland’s personality and values that connect visitors to authentic experiences. In this session, you’ll hear from Travel Portland’s Director of Research and Insights on the status of Portland’s tourism industry and market forecasts for 2024.
Steve Cohen is the Director of Research and Insights for Travel Portland. Steve’s leads the organization’s research program to increase internal and external understanding of convention and meeting strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for Portland. He also provides a research-focused, quantitative approach to the citywide sales process, ensuring current market conditions, industry pricing standards, and sales practices are optimized.
​Prior to Travel Portland, Steve lead research efforts at MMGY Global, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, Marriott Vacation Club International, The Ritz-Carlton Club and the AAA National office.
Social Media: What you need to know right now! — Kara Campuzano, KC Creative
Description:
Session 1: Social Media: what you need to know right now!
Session 2: Let’s Get Reel: Reels 101
Kara Campuzano is the CEO and Founder of KC Creative. After 16 years of working in hospitality sales and marketing leadership, she ventured out on her own and founded KC in August of 2020.
KC Creative is a hands-on boutique social media and digital marketing agency that strives to keep its clients visible through brand exposure and awareness.
Kara is an award-winning hospitality veteran that brings her passion for making a difference, to her community and clients. Kara is actively involved as a board member with the following organizations: JDRF Oregon/SW Washington, Chemeketa Community College’s Hospitality and Tourism Advisory Committee, and the Miss Oregon Volunteer America Pageant.
Kara also owns Co.W a shared office and event space in downtown Salem, Oregon. When not working you will see Kara spending time with her two kids, Brody 14, and Isabella 9!
Revenue Management 101: — Jonathan Becker, InnVentures
11:00AM Breakout Sessions:
There is No Self-Care without a Community of Care — Diana Cutaia, Coaching Peace
Micro adventures and Chocolate — Meagan McGuire & Angie Archuleta, Explore Seattle Southside
Discover the curiously wonderful and join Explore Seattle Southside for a micro microadventure. What is a microadventure? Experience one for yourself with a simulated tour of the Seattle Chocolate factory in Tukwila, Washington. Complete with tastings, of course!
ArchuletaMeagan McGuire
Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness — Amanda Swanson, Oregon Department of Justice, Cassie Trahan, A Village for One
11:45AM Lunch Buffet Opens
12:15PM Keynote: The Realities of NDC, Panel Discussion
Traxo, SAP Concur, Spotnana, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Direct Travel
The way in which airline content gets distributed is at a crossroads. Airlines are looking to reduce costs by bypassing traditional booking channels. But how does this affect your business travel program? There are many unanswered questions surrounding service delivery, reporting, access to low fares and much more. In this session you’ll hear our panel of industry experts discuss the ways in which their businesses are working through the many challenges of NDC.
Moderator: Aash Shravah, Vice President of Sales & Client Success at Traxo
As a business travel expert with over 20+ years of experience in the business travel industry, Aash Shravah has worked in many aspects of the industry. His expertise ranges from travel technology, new business acquisitions and partnerships. Aash has always believed that to understand business travel, one has to look at it from the lens of the traveler. To that point, he has traveled more than 3 million miles and to over 100 countries. In his current role as Vice President of Sales & Client Success at Traxo, he helps companies eliminate blind spend and gain complete visibility into all employee travel bookings regardless of source.
The Panel
Ray Pazerekas is Regional Vice President, Concur Travel Suppliers, Americas at SAP Concur. He is responsible for airline, hotel and car relationships and content strategy. He has worked in the travel technology space for over 20 years. Ray began his career at United Airlines where he held various Sales, Marketing and Strategy positions. After United he joined GetThere.com and helped grow the company into the leading corporate online booking tool. After being acquired by Sabre Holdings, he focused on driving strategy for Sabre’s online/OTA segment. Ray has been with SAP Concur for over 10 years, focused on partnering with Suppliers on Concur Travel, Concur TripLink and TripIt Pro.
With nearly 30 years of experience in business travel management, Ted Cullen has seen his share of evolving technologies, service configurations and financial models. He is recognized for creating award winning travel programs for Fortune 100 companies and has been featured in Fortune, T&E Magazine and the Oregonian. Ted has served on corporate advisory boards of United, Delta, Alaska, Northwest, Port of Portland, GetThere/ITN, and Apollo/Galileo. He was awarded Visionary of the Year Award by GetThere, Compass Award Winner for the Port of Portland and President’s Award by Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Ted is currently the Global Travel Manager for Bio-Rad Laboratories and co-founder of Method Verification, a company dedicated to raising the voice of the business traveler.
Johnny Thorsen is the “VP of Strategy and Partnerships” for Spotnana based in Silicon Valley, California – he joined Spotnana in June 2021 after being a strategic advisor for the founders in the early stage of Spotnana being founded in 2019
Prior to joining Spotnana, Johnny was “VP of Strategy and Innovation” for American Express Digital Labs after they acquired Mezi, in January 2018 where he was the head of strategy and partnerships since May 2017
Prior to joining Mezi in 2017 Johnny was the co-founder and CEO of conTgo, a UK-based startup founded in 2007 and acquired by Concur in March 2013, and he held senior positions with companies such as Travelport, Sabre, GetThere, HRG and CWT before founding conTgo in 2007
Edgar Santiago, Global Corporate Account Manager, has been with Direct Travel for 16 years and with 28 years of Travel Industry experience in the greater Pacific Northwest. Edgar has an extensive background in supporting Travel Management program services for varying company types and sizes with a focus on data analytics, service delivery and traveler. In his spare time, Edgar is a musician, writer, enjoys a good book, and walks along the Oregon coastal beaches with his wife and dogs.
1:30PM Breakout Sessions
Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness — Amanda Swanson, Oregon Department of Justice, Cassie Trahan, A Village for One
DEI: Trans 101 — Mikki Gillette, Basic Rights Oregon
Description: Traveling can be stressful or uncomfortable for most of us from time-to-time. But those anxieties can be increased for transgender people who may experience challenges surrounding cultural norms, harassment, discrimination and more. This session will focus on key considerations for transgender travelers.
An avowed Portlander, Mikki Gillette (she/her) has been on the Basic Rights Oregon (BRO) staff for over seven years. As the Major Gifts Officer, she loves meeting with, and learning about, Basic Rights’ amazing supporters and connecting them with our important work. In addition to heading up BRO’s Major Gifts efforts, Mikki is on the grant writing team and oversees the Planned Giving program. A trans woman, Mikki earned her B.A. from UCLA and M.Ed from the U of O. Her hobbies include meditating, listening to too many podcasts and eating anything Buffalo-flavored. Mikki is also a playwright whose work chronicles the trans experience. She was named one of the “25 People Shaping the Arts in Portland” by Willamette Week in 2022.
Tech in Travel: Airlines — Reed Forrester, Delta Air Lines
Description: In this session we’ll explore ways to leverage current and emerging technologies to enable the smooth efficient use of time while on the road. Protecting road warriors time and providing them with solutions for enhanced productivity while traveling for business.
Reed Forrester is the General Manager-Sales, Pacific Northwest for Delta Air Lines based in Seattle. Prior to this role, he served as the Regional Sales Manager for Salt Lake City and the surrounding Inter-Mountain West region for Delta. Previous roles include District Sales Manager for Delta in New York City. He began his Travel Industry career with American Airlines in New York City and held various roles in his 12 years with American. Reed served as the Technology Chair for the UBTA (Utah Business Travel Association) for the last 3 years and is proud to continue his affiliation with GBTA-Oregon and Puget Sound’s Education Day.
2:30PM Breakout Sessions
Let’s Get Reel: Reels 101 — Kara Campuzano, KC Creative
Duty of Care in a Post Pandemic World — Tyler Hosford, Regional Security Manager, International SOS
Maximize your GBTA Membership — Angela Swoveland, Mailene Cline, GBTA
Description: The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is the world’s premier business travel and meetings trade organization serving stakeholders across six continents. GBTA and its 7,600+ members represent and advocate for the $1.158 trillion global business travel and meetings industry. In this session, you’ll hear about the many benefits, resources and tools available to GBTA members.
Angela Swoveland’s passion for GBTA has been cultivated through her Chapter experience serving on the Membership Committee, as Treasurer and as President for the Baltimore Washington Chapter. During her Chairmanship, she led the taskforce to combine the Northern Virginia and Baltimore Washington Chapters into what is now the Greater DC Metro Chapter. She also served as Secretary/Treasurer of GBTA’s Chapter President’s Council. Angela now assists aspiring GBTA Leaders in her role at GBTA as Manager, Volunteer Relations and Strategy.
My journey in the hospitality industry has been nothing short of extraordinary. With a rich tapestry of experiences spanning 25+ years, I’ve had the privilege of working with renowned brands such as Four Seasons, Fairmont Hotels, Staypineapple Hotels, and Boeing. These ventures have paved the way for my current role as the Director of Business Development for the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). My passion for fostering strategic partnerships and accelerating organizational growth is unwavering, and I am honored to be a part of a team that is wholeheartedly committed to excellence.
3:45PM Macro Trends in Travel, Panel Discussion:
Festive Road, adidas, MGM/Amazon Studios, Slalom, Smartsheet, Hudson River Trading
The GBTA Business Travel Index Outlook Report shows that business travel is coming back faster than first predicted. Coupled with macro trends impacting the travel sector, it’s no surprise managing travel looks different. Hear the 9 major trends impacting travel programs, the drivers of acceleration and what an esteemed panel of travel managers is doing in response.
Moderator: Katie Virtue, Principal of Supplier Consulting, Festive Road
At FESTIVE ROAD, the consultancy on a mission to #createbetter travel and meetings management, Katie is a purpose driven leader focused on inspiring people and programs to grow. She applies learnings from her 30 years of competitive ice hockey to provide playbooks, strategies and personal development approaches and is a frequent speaker on growth by #findingspace and on different business travel topics. She is a GBTA Ladders mentor and a member of the GBTA Technology Committee.
The Panel
Sara Satterlee is Global Travel Manager at Slalom, a Seattle-based consulting firm doing business in nine countries. Before working at Slalom, Sara was the Travel Manager at an architecture firm and now has more than eight years in travel program management. Previously, she worked in Operations, Human Resources Staffing and Project and Account Management. This year, Sara joined the GBTA Puget Sound board as Treasurer and loves the partnership shared with the GBTA Oregon chapter!
Lee Palmer Taylor served his country as a naval aviator, to seventeen years as a commercial airline pilot, to building a well-deserved and successful reputation in corporate travel management for companies that have included the National Basketball Association, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios. Currently Lee is taking on the new and exciting challenge of initiating and developing a travel centric subsidiary engagement program for Amazon. Lee currently serves as Chairperson of the GBTA Los Angeles Chapter and is a past President. He was honored to serve as a WINiT committee member and a member of their Male Allyship committee in 2022 and in his own words, “It was one of the highlights of my travel career to appear on the GBTA Mainstage during last year’s conference in front of my respected colleagues and friends.”
Joe Taus is the Global Travel& Expense Manager at Hudson River Trading. He has over twenty years in the travel industry, beginning as an account manager with United Airlines. Today, Joe oversees over $50M in global travel spend. His responsibilities encompass a complete end-to-end travel/expense offering. While Joe sits in HR, he is very actively involved with the procurement, events, and accounting teams. He has managed travel at fast-growing start-ups and Fortune 500 companies. Joe has presented at numerous industry functions including Business Travel News and Global Business Travel Association conferences. He has served on the GBTA Aviation Committee and the Portland International Air Service Committee. Although Joe has resided in the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years, he still proudly maintains his New Jersey accent!
Michelle Amos began her career in the corporate travel industry over 10 years ago as an Account Manager with Egencia.
In March 2020 (the 23rd to be exact – the day most corporate travel halted), Michelle joined Smartsheet as their Global Travel Manager – what a time to start with a new company! During the travel hiatus, she supported the Marketing, Events and Product Marketing teams from a Procurement perspective. Michelle also created and implemented a contingent and temporary workforce program.
She is actively involved with the GBTA Puget Sound Chapter. Michelle served two terms as Secretary, one term as Vice President and is the current President. In addition to her involvement with GBTA, Michelle has spoken at ProcureCon Travel and participated in several BTN Whitepapers.
4:45PM Silent Auction and Raffle Prizes
5:00PM Supplier Showcase Reception
6:00PM Conclusion of Education Day
Pricing and Registration
$175.00 Member Registration Fee
$225.00 after 12:00 am September 6
$150.00 Earlybird rate before July 20
$175.00 Guest Registration Fee – not at member of an affiliated Business Travel Association
$225.00 after 12:00 am September 6
$150.00 Earlybird rate before July 20
$175.00 Guest Registration Fee – Affilate Member of GBTA, PSBTA, INBTA or other BTA
$225.00 after 12:00 am September 6
$150.00 Earlybird rate before July 20
