BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Global Business Travel Association - GBTA - ECPv6.9.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gbta.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Global Business Travel Association - GBTA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Luxembourg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Monaco BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Brussels BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20260216T193145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T193145Z UID:29759-1774447200-1774458000@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2026 in Partnership with ABTA | Vienna Supplier Summit DESCRIPTION:This event will provide you with key updates for this year’s GBTA Europe Conference\, along with valuable insights into how to make the most of your conference experience. \nThe Supplier Summit is an exclusive event for suppliers\, designed to help you prepare for exhibiting and sponsoring the event in Vienna. \nWhen: 25 March from 14:00 – 17:00 with dinner starting at 19:00 CET \nPricing: Complimentary\nAttire: Business Casual URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-vdr-europe-conference-2026-in-partnership-with-abta-vienna-supplier-summit/ LOCATION:Austria Center Vienna\, Bruno-Kreisky-Platz 1\, Austria\, 1220 Wien CATEGORIES:Europe,Summits & Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20250103T071607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T065228Z UID:19703-1762732800-1762991999@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA +VDR Conference 2025 | Hamburg DESCRIPTION:Join us for GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 – Hamburg\,  the premier European event for the business travel industry where diverse voices come together for a common purpose. \nLearn More URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-vdr-conference-2025-hamburg/ CATEGORIES:Conference/Convention,Europe ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gbta.org/wp-content/uploads/hamburg600.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T162208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T142358Z UID:18263-1759795200-1761695999@gbta.org SUMMARY:The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management DESCRIPTION:Course dates: October 7 – October 28 \nTimes: Live online classes weekly\, 10:00AM-12:00PM ET \nThe Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course is designed for travel buyers and suppliers who want a deeper understanding of the foundational elements of a corporate travel policy. Learners will gain a better understanding of business travel management and make themselves indispensable to the needs of their organization. \nParticipants earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. \nCore Curriculum \n\nOverview of Travel Management\nTravel Policy\nCreating a Service Model\nTravel Technology Basics\nStrategic Sourcing/Vendor Management\n\nRegister by September 30 URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-fundamentals-of-business-travel-management-8/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Learning,North America,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T210000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241202T183729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T182452Z UID:19240-1751533200-1751576400@gbta.org SUMMARY:Masterclass GBTA France 2025 DESCRIPTION:Description:\nLa Masterclass\, événement phare du calendrier GBTA France est le rendez-vous des professionnels du Voyage d’Affaires et du MICE.\nDes experts acheteurs\, Travel Managers et fournisseurs\, représentant de la chaine de valeur Travel et MICE donneront un éclairage sur l’industrie et partageront leur retour d’expérience sur des thématiques d’actualité. \nStart Date and Time:\n3 juillet 2025 09:00 am CET \nEnd Date and Time:\n3 juillet 2025 09:00 9m CET \nLocation:\nNovotel Paris Centre Tour Eiffel 61 Quai de Grenelle\, 75015 Paris \nLearn More URL:https://gbta.org/event/masterclass-gbta-france-2025/ CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20250407T113355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T162151Z UID:21994-1749045600-1749056400@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 | Hamburg Supplier Summit DESCRIPTION:Description: Join us at GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 | Hamburg Supplier Summit to unite with industry colleagues to plan and prepare for this year’s Conference. This is an excellent opportunity to explore and create customized opportunities to enhance your company’s visibility while learning best practices and tips to position you for Conference success. \nRegister Now\nStart Date and Time: Wednesday\, 4 June 14:00 CEST\nEnd Date and Time: Wednesday\, 4 June 17:00 CEST \nAgenda: \n14:00 Welcome: sponsors arrive for Supplier Summit with refreshments on arrival \n14:30 – 15:30 Presentations\n• Welcome\n• Market insights\n• Event evolution\n• Sponsorship and expo opportunities\n• Maximising your presence \n15:30 – 17:00 Venue Tour\n• Registration/Cloakroom/Viewing Gallery/Broadcast Studio\nMain Stage\n• Expo and Catering/Expo selection\n• Education Session Breakout Rooms\, Braindate\n• Questions and Close \n19:00 Drinks and Dinner – details TBD \nLocation:\nCCH Congress Center Hamburg\nCongresspl 1\nHamburg 20355 \nPricing & RSVP: Complimentary for suppliers URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-vdr-europe-conference-2025-hamburg-supplier-summit/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Summits & Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20250218T164244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T182825Z UID:21297-1749029400-1749045600@gbta.org SUMMARY:Roadshow GBTA Italia\, Roma DESCRIPTION:Il Roadshow di GBTA Italia torna a Roma con un appuntamento immancabile. \nNell’edizione 2025 del Roadshow di Roma\, con relatori d’eccezione\, si parlerà di aspettative e 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨\, di 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 & 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭 e di Best Practice di 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Ingresso gratuito\, previa registrazione. \nNetworking\, Aggiornamento\, Best Practice (in blue). Con Talk\, Masterclass e Insight\, durante la mattinata verranno esplorate in modo smart e pratico le tematiche più attuali di Business Travel. Non mancare! \nRegistrati qua: https://events.gbta.org/GeP3w7 \nLocation\nIl Roadshow si tiene al Best Western Plus Hotel Universo a pochi passi dalla Stazione Roma Termini e dal Teatro dell’Opera in Via Principe Amedeo 5/B – Roma (RM) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nAgenda\nL’agenda è in via di definizione. Gli orari del Roadshow sono: \n9.45 – Accredito e Welcome Coffee\n10.15 – Inizio lavori\n12.45 – Light Lunch \n Relatori\nTra i relatori\, saranno presenti: \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndrea Giuricin\nCEO\n@ TRA Consulting\nLoredana Merelli\nTravel Manager\n@ KPMG\nFederico De Carlo\nItaly Managing Director\n@ CDS GROUPE\nCesare Belosi\nGlobal Travel & Expenses Manager\n@ CNH\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLorenzo Lagorio\nCountry Manager Italia\n@easyJet\nValentina Ubaldi\nHead of HR Mobility and ESG  Solutions\n@ Zucchetti\nChristian Isola\nChief Commercial Officer\n@ Locauto Group\n\n\n\n\n  \nAccesso\nL’evento è dedicato a Travel/Event/Mobility Manager e Supplier del Travel. \nL’accesso all’evento è gratuito\, previa registrazione. I posti sono limitati\, consigliamo la registrazione appena possibile. \nIl roadshow è possibile grazie a: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nRegistrazioni URL:https://gbta.org/event/roadshow-gbta-italia-roma/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Italy,Professional Development,Roadshow END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T161348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T205502Z UID:18259-1743580800-1743613200@gbta.org SUMMARY:Global Travel Professional (GTP®) Certification DESCRIPTION:Testing Window: May\, 2025\nApplication deadline: April 2\, 2025 \nThe Global Travel Professional® Certification program is designed for individuals who are committed to leadership and knowledge of business travel. The program establishes the business travel industry standard of knowledge and positions Certification holders as credible and influential leaders. The GTP® Certification Program brings three key benefits to those who earn their certification: \n\nAdvance your career in business travel management\nShowcase your career commitment to peers and leadership team\nAmplify your ability to contribute to strategic business objectives\n\nThe GTP® examination consists of 125 multiple-choice questions and is offered in English only. \nPricing\n$350 member/$450 non-member URL:https://gbta.org/event/global-travel-professional-gtp-certification/ CATEGORIES:Africa,APAC,Canada,Europe,France,Italy,LATAM,Learning,North America,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20250304T060633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T162727Z UID:21458-1742997600-1743001200@gbta.org SUMMARY:Shaping the Future of Europe via Business Travel 2025 and beyond DESCRIPTION:Join Julia Sullivan\, Chair of the GBTA Europe Advisory Board\, Ben Park\, Direct Seat\, Regional Europe\, GBTA\, Shane Downey\, VP Government Relations\, GBTA and Moderated by Fulvio Origo\, Country Director\, Italy\, GBTA\, as they reflect on the hot topics discussed during their recent visit to Brussels to meet with key industry representatives\, policymakers\, and stakeholders. Advocating on behalf of the sector\, members of the GBTA board met with members of the European Parliament and European Commission to ensure the business travel industry can continue to thrive while advancing the EU’s ambitious sustainability goals. The panel will share some of their insights and key takeaways from the discussions. URL:https://gbta.org/event/shaping-the-future-of-europe-via-business-travel-2025-and-beyond/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T161132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T142026Z UID:18246-1742295600-1742302800@gbta.org SUMMARY:Sustainable Travel Management DESCRIPTION:Course Dates: March 18-April 15\, 2025\nTimes: Live online classes weekly\, 11:00AM-1:00PM EDT  |  3:00PM-5:00PM GMT \nWonder how the course times translate to your local time? Check out this Time Convertor World Clock \nCompanies around the world are now examining their business travel practices as a lever to reduce overall emissions. But what does this mean in practice\, and how can travel programs contribute to the effort? GBTA’s Sustainable Travel Management course focuses on the practical application of climate action and the management\, reduction\, and tracking of carbon emissions from business travel. This training course will address the challenges and opportunities as forward-thinking organizations look to launch or advance their sustainable travel management program. \nParticipants earn 10 GTP Recertification credits. \nCore Curriculum \n\nEmissions-reducing technologies in business travel\nEmpowering travelers to make informed decisions via travel policy\, booking tools\, and more\nEmissions tracking\nSustainability criteria to aid in the selection of suppliers\n\nPricing \n$450 member/$675 non-member URL:https://gbta.org/event/sustainable-travel-management-3/ CATEGORIES:Africa,Canada,Europe,France,Italy,Learning,North America,Online Courses & Webinars,Sustainability,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T123000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T161031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T205114Z UID:18242-1741255200-1741264200@gbta.org SUMMARY:Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management DESCRIPTION:Course dates: March 6 – March 27\nTime: 4 weekly sessions\, live online\, 10:00AM – 12:30pm ET (Check out this Time Convertor World Clock) \nThe Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ course builds off the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. This course is designed for travel buyers overseeing a managed business travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services. Ideal preparation for your GTP exam\, or as a refresher to earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. \nCore Curriculum \n\nStrategic Planning and sourcing\nBuyer and Supplier Relationships\nTravel Risk Management\nTravel Program Administration\nAnalytics and reporting\n\nLearn more about the course or register now. \nPricing\n$450 member/$675 non-member URL:https://gbta.org/event/advanced-principles-of-business-travel-management-8/ CATEGORIES:Africa,Canada,Europe,France,Italy,Learning,North America,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T152416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T204232Z UID:18197-1740394800-1740398400@gbta.org SUMMARY:Global Leadership Professional (GLP) Program DESCRIPTION:Course dates: February 24\, 2025 – July 20\, 2025 \nThe Global Leadership Professional (GLP) Program is the only educational initiative designed to provide cutting-edge business insights and immersive learning experiences in partnership with leading international education. The program offers a blended learning format with masters-level courses in Marketing\, Management\, Leadership and Finance provided in partnership with Cornell University. Ideal for senior-level industry professionals the GLP program provides learners with the opportunity to build a network of like-minded business travel professionals while refining their knowledge with expert education designed for the business travel leader. \nCore Curriculum \n\nLeading a VUCA world\nBuilding high-performance virtual teams\nDigital marketing and the customer journey\nFinance and accounting principles\nIntroduction to AI\nLeading for success\nGLP Program Capstone (Denver\, CO\, pre-convention)\n\nThe GLP Program is a two-part credential combining coursework and a capstone project. Upon completing both\, participants will earn a lifetime certification and GLP Designation. \n Location of Event\n\nA combination of virtual and in-person classes.\nProgram capstone is in-person in Denver\, CO\, pre-GBTA Convention 2025. Convention attendance not required. \nPricing\n\n$5\,495 member/$7\,495 non-member URL:https://gbta.org/event/global-leadership-professional-glp-program/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Learning,North America END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241202T183926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181034Z UID:19244-1738850400-1738868400@gbta.org SUMMARY:Carrefour des Experts Travel & MICE par GBTA DESCRIPTION:Description:\nLe programme de ce Carrefour des Experts GBTA alternera :\n“Quick Visions” Travel & MICE\nQuestions et réactions des Acheteurs/Travels Managers\nSpeed-meetings Acheteurs – Fournisseurs \nStart Date and Time:\n6 février 2025 14h00 CET\n\nEnd Date and Time:\n6 février 2025 19h00 CET \nLocation: Hilton Paris La Défense Westfield CNIT\, 2 Pl. de la Défense\, 92800 Puteaux URL:https://gbta.org/event/carrefour-des-experts-travel-mice-par-gbta-4/ CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250121T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142218 CREATED:20241017T160410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T204141Z UID:18238-1737482400-1737489600@gbta.org SUMMARY:The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management DESCRIPTION:Course session dates: January 21 – February 11 \nTime: Live online classes weekly\, 1:00-3:00PM GMT \nThe Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course is designed for travel buyers and suppliers who want a deeper understanding of the foundational elements of a corporate travel policy. Learners will gain a better understanding of business travel management and make themselves indispensable to the needs of their organization. \nParticipants earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. \nCore Curriculum \n\nOverview of Travel Management\nTravel Policy\nCreating a Service Model\nTravel Technology Basics\nStrategic Sourcing/Vendor Management\n\nPricing \n$295 member/$675 non-member URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-fundamentals-of-business-travel-management-6/ CATEGORIES:Africa,Europe,France,Italy,Learning,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240905T115541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T133258Z UID:17365-1732627800-1732647600@gbta.org SUMMARY:Le Carrefour des Échanges Travel & MICE par GBTA DESCRIPTION:Description: Le Carrefour des Échanges Travel & MICE par GBTA France du 26 novembre réunira des acheteurs\, Travel Managers et fournisseurs\, représentant la chaîne de valeur Travel et MICE. Une opportunité d’échanger avec vos pairs et de bénéficier du retour d’expérience de professionnels sur des thématiques stratégiques.\nDate: Mardi 26 novembre de 13h30 à 19h00 CET\nLieu: Le Méridien Etoile\, 75017 Paris\, France URL:https://gbta.org/event/le-carrefour-des-echanges-travel-mice-par-gbta/ CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20241022T131046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T063027Z UID:18331-1732111200-1732114800@gbta.org SUMMARY:Maximising Duty of Care: Choosing Your Safest “Last Mile” Option for Business Travel DESCRIPTION:As business travel adapts to shifting economic conditions\, managed travel programmes must revise their policies to align with corporate objectives while addressing employee needs. GBTA\, in partnership with FREENOW for Business\, will present key findings from a recent survey of business travellers and travel managers across several European countries. This study examines the “last mile” duty of care—the final segment of a journey from a transportation hub to the destination—in four markets: Germany\, the United Kingdom\, Ireland\, and Spain. The webinar will address: \n• Corporate policies and challenges related to ground transport\n• Perceptions of how ground transport affects traveller safety\n• Preferences and views of business travellers regarding ground transport and last mile duty of care \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nThis information will be particularly valuable for both buyers and suppliers. The webinar will provide insights into the changing landscape of ground transport safety\, the role of sustainability in the mobility ecosystem\, and how business travellers and travel managers perceive transportation options\, particularly concerning last mile transport. \n\nMark Sharoff\, Senior Research Manager\, GBTA \nMark Sharoff is a Senior Research Manager at GBTA\, responsible for researching and writing reports on a variety of industry topics. He has been with GBTA since 2014. He holds a Master’s degree from Georgetown University and a B.A. from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma\, WA. A native of Denver\, he is a big fan of sports and affordable restaurants. \n\nDaniel Barthuly\, Head of Business Travel\, FREENOW \nAs Head of Business Travel at FREENOW\, Daniel focuses on delivering a seamless\, customer-first experience. He works closely with global product\, tech\, and local operations teams across nine markets to drive innovation and boost user satisfaction. His deep interest in business travel stems from his time as an innovation consultant\, where frequent travel sparked his interest in the field. With five years at FREENOW\, Daniel has honed his expertise in ride-hailing through roles in Corporate Development & Operations. He believes that a dynamic marketplace product are the cornerstone of a reliable and safe service between both riders and drivers. \nMade possible by: \n \nRegistration is complimentary for all. URL:https://gbta.org/event/maximising-duty-of-care-choosing-your-safest-last-mile-option-for-business-travel/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20241023T154933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T061042Z UID:18379-1730710800-1730746800@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA Sustainability Summit DESCRIPTION:Building a Sustainable Future for Business Travel: From Words to Action \nThe time is now to empower organisations of all sizes and in all geographies to accelerate the integration of travel practices that materially reduce emissions\, on a joint journey with the travel value chain to reach Net Zero by 2050. \nOn 4 November 2024\, GBTA will be hosting its Annual Sustainability Summit in Copenhagen\, Denmark. This year\, the focus will be on bold actions\, radical collaboration\, preparing for regulations\, the role of technology\, and the importance of harmonisation across the industry. \nThis one-day\, high-level event will bring together industry leaders\, practitioners\, experts and policy leaders to outline the latest trends in sustainable business travel and offer concrete decarbonisation solutions. The Summit will facilitate connections and dialogue\, offering a platform for open conversations about the challenges and opportunities in advancing climate action within the business travel sector. URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-sustainability-summit-2/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Summits & Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241107 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20230825T125304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T154717Z UID:12316-1730678400-1730937599@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA + VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen DESCRIPTION:Learn More Now \n\n\n\n  \nGBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen is the place to be\, it is Europe’s largest conference for business travel and meetings management professionals. It’s the place where community\, learning and advocacy and more all come together for the European business travel industry. The place to build long-term connections\, benefit from peer-to-peer education\, and advocate for what matters most. To recognise and celebrate those who give back to keep our industry and association. It’s the place where our many voices from around the world join for the one purpose of shaping the future of the industry. \nAttend Conference and you’ll return to your organisation armed with new knowledge\, expertise and impactful best practices.  From serving the ongoing needs of business travel professionals to looking ahead to what’s needed most now by travel buyers\, suppliers\, business travellers and others. \n\nIn-person networking\, business\, and connection opportunities alongside thousands of peers and partners from across the global business travel community\nCurated topics\, insightful speakers\, and leading experts on what matters most for the times we’re in but also for our future\nAn unparalleled offering of sessions for education\, learning\, training and professional development for professionals of all levels and interests\nTools\, research and resources you need\, from the latest forecasts and data\, to best practices and technologies to help you navigate the road ahead for your business travelers\, organizations\, and teams\n\nThe most important European gathering of the global business travel industry\, be a part of the journey. \n  URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-vdr-conference-2024-in-partnership-with-the-nordic-business-travel-associations-copenhagen/ CATEGORIES:Conference/Convention,Europe,France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gbta.org/wp-content/uploads/europevenue-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240809T040025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T114222Z UID:17080-1726657200-1726660800@gbta.org SUMMARY:The Future Is Now: Technological Transformation in Corporate Travel DESCRIPTION:For corporate travel\, last year was a watershed year for technology. Technologies including AI\, NDC\, and blockchain have begun to transform the industry. Based on GBTA research\, this webinar will look at technology in corporate travel. It addresses a number of topics including: \nTravel programs: Do travel programs do a good job with technology? Will spending on technology increase in the coming year? How often do travel programs use technology “add-ons” such as virtual payment\, off-channel booking “capture” technology\, and reshopping technology? \nHotels: Are hotel professionals satisfied with the technology that they use? \nEmerging technology: Are industry professionals familiar with emerging technologies such as AI\, blockchain\, NDC\, and virtual reality (VR)? How could these technologies be applied to corporate travel? Are industry professionals interested in these potential applications? \n \nSpeakers: \n\nTim Craxton\, Team Lead\, Cvent \n\nMark Sharoff\, Senior Manager\, Research\, GBTA \nBased on GBTA research sponsored by Cvent \nMade Possible By URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-future-is-now-technological-transformation-in-corporate-travel/ CATEGORIES:Europe,North America,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T123000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240517T163832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T110149Z UID:16075-1725530400-1727353800@gbta.org SUMMARY:Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ course builds off of the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. This course is designed for travel buyers overseeing a managed business travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services. Ideal preparation for your GTP exam\, or as a refresher to earn 14 GTP Recertification credits. \nCore Curriculum \n\nStrategic Planning and sourcing\nBuyer and Supplier Relationships\nTravel Risk Management\nTravel Program Administration\nAnalytics and reporting\n\n Pricing\n$450 member/$675 non-member \nMore information >> URL:https://gbta.org/event/advanced-principles-of-business-travel-management-7/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240613T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240613T210000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240403T121859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T163052Z UID:15296-1718308800-1718312400@gbta.org SUMMARY:Webinar - An insider view on the European Elections. What does it mean for Business Travel ? DESCRIPTION:13 June 2024\n2pm – 3pm (CET) \nTitle : An insider view on the European Elections. What does it mean for Business Travel ? \nThe EU elections are coming\, June 6-9. Join GBTA and its European Public Affairs team\, Grayling Public Affairs on June 13\, to learn about the results and the impact the new Parliament will have on the European Commission’s and Council’s ability to make foreign policy choices\, most notably in implementing the next phase of the European Green Deal. \nSpeakers\nCharles Feld\, Director of the EU Energy\, Environment and Transport Practice\, Grayling\nJose Arroyo\, Senior Consultant\, EU Public Affairs\, Grayling\nCharles Patterson\, Senior Manager European Public Affairs\, Grayling\nCatherine Logan\, Regional SVP EMEA and APAC\, GBTA \nReg link https://events.gbta.org/yPwQbr URL:https://gbta.org/event/webinar-an-insider-view-on-the-european-elections-what-does-it-mean-for-business-travel/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Luxembourg:20240425T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Luxembourg:20240425T183000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240415T142155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T142743Z UID:15556-1714066200-1714069800@gbta.org SUMMARY:WEBINAR ENTRE ACHETEURS / TRAVEL MANAGERS – JEUDI 25 AVRIL de 11h30 à 12h30 DESCRIPTION:Nous vous invitons à échanger avec vos confrères lors d’un webinar interactif d’une heure\, exclusivement réservé aux Acheteurs Travel & MICE et Travel Managers. \nUne occasion de partager conseils\, bonnes pratiques\, informations et de benchmarker sur les sujets qui vous concernent au quotidien. \nNous vous remercions de bien vouloir répondre par mail à france@gbta.org \nLe lien de connexion sera envoyé aux personnes qui ont confirmé\, à l’approche de l’événement \n  URL:https://gbta.org/event/webinar-entre-acheteurs-travel-managers-jeudi-25-avril-de-11h30-a-12h30/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Monaco:20240326T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Monaco:20240326T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20240223T123129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T123629Z UID:14772-1711445400-1711461600@gbta.org SUMMARY:Roadshow GBTA - Roma: "Impatti geopolitici su Business Travel e Mice" DESCRIPTION:Description:\nIl Roadshow si svolge come una Masterclass con interazione tra relatori e spettatori\, i quali potranno porre tutte le domande necessarie per soddisfare le proprie esigenze informative. \nIl tema dell’evento di Roma verterà su “Impatti geopolitici su Business Travel e Mice” ed esplorerà con dati di scenario e pratiche concrete come il mercato sta reagendo alle sfide attuali e quali sono le contromisure per Travel Manager e supplier da mettere in atto. \nIl Roadshow si terrà anche quest’anno presso il Centro Congressi del Western Plus Hotel Universo\, a pochi passi dalla Stazione Ferroviaria di Roma Termini.\nL’evento\, con il networking di benvenuto che inizia alle 9.30 e i lavori in sala alle 10.00\, pe prevede un light lunch con termine alle 14.00\, sarà gratuito per i professionisti del Travel\, grazie al contributo dei nostri Sponsor. \nIl numero di posti è limitato. \nSpeakers: \n\nAndrea Giuricin – CEO TRA Consulting\, Senior advisor for Investment funds\, Senior Consult. World Bank\, Transport economist at CESISP-UNIMIB \n\nMarco Quagliarella – General Manager of International Operations e General Manager of AIM Education @ AIM Group International \nStart Date and Time: March 26\, 2024 @ 9.30 AM CET\nEnd Date and Time: March 26\, 2024 @ 2.00 PM CET \nLocation:\nWestern Plus Hotel Universo\nVia Principe Amedeo\, 5/B\nRoma \nSponsor: \n \nCDS Groupe- Main Sponsor \n \n🚩BWH Hotels Italia & Malta- Technical Sponsor \nPricing:\nFree of Charge URL:https://gbta.org/event/roadshow-gbta-roma-impatti-geopolitici-su-business-travel-e-mice/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Italy,Roadshow END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20231114T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20231116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20230105T031427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T153442Z UID:8557-1699948800-1700154000@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2023 – Hamburg DESCRIPTION:14 – 16 November 2023 \nGBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2023 – Hamburg is the place to be\, it is Europe’s largest conference for business travel and meetings management professionals. It’s the place where community\, learning and advocacy and more all come together for the European business travel industry. The place to build long-term connections\, benefit from peer-to-peer education\, and advocate for what matters most. To recognise and celebrate those who give back to keep our industry and association. It’s the place where our many voices from around the world join for the one purpose of shaping the future of the industry. \nLearn More >> URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-conference-2023-hamburg-in-partnership-with-vdr/ CATEGORIES:Conference/Convention,Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T210000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20230313T143028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T042610Z UID:9473-1688504400-1688504400@gbta.org SUMMARY:Masterclass GBTA France 2023 DESCRIPTION:Timezone:\nJuly 4\, 2023 – 9:00PM PST \nLa Masterclass\, événement phare du calendrier GBTA France est le rendez-vous des professionnels du Voyage d’Affaires et du MICE.\nDes experts acheteurs\, Travel Managers et fournisseurs\, représentant de la chaine de valeur Travel et MICE donneront un éclairage sur l’industrie et partageront leur retour d’expérience sur des thématiques d’actualité. \nRendez-vous le 4 juillet au Metafore Vincennes ! \nLearn More URL:https://gbta.org/event/masterclass-gbta-france-2023/ CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T110000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20221221T143004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T155955Z UID:8496-1686128400-1686135600@gbta.org SUMMARY:Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ DESCRIPTION:This event is for the EMEA/APAC Regions. \nJune 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\n9:00 AM – 11:00 AM BST \nThe Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ course builds off of the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. This course is designed for travel buyers overseeing a managed business travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services. GTP holders will earn 14 GTP® Recertification credits. \nPricing and Registration \n$450 member/$550 non-member \nLearn More URL:https://gbta.org/event/advanced-principles-of-business-travel-management-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Europe,Learning,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230420 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20230404T073254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T160229Z UID:9940-1681862400-1681948799@gbta.org SUMMARY:Webinar - CO2 emissions display in the OBTs: Is the information good enough? DESCRIPTION:Time:\n19 Apr 2023 14:00 CET 13:00 GMT \nFor a long time\, OBTs have used generic methodologies to calculate CO2 emissions at point of sale. While they allow to estimate the level of CO2 emissions\, these methodologies do not allow travelers to accurately compare several airlines on a same route\, and make educated choices on the greenest airline to use. At the same time\, travel buyers and travel managers improve the quality of the reporting to report on air CO emissions in a more granular way\, using different methodologies. Where do the key market leading OBTs stand today in terms of CO2 emissions display\, and what are they working on in terms of roadmap? Are there other solutions available today to nudge the travelers to greener behaviors\, thanks to improved information? Join us in this educational session where sustainability meets technology to build a greener program! \nModerators: \n\nAurélie Duprez\, Areka Consulting\nOlivier Benoit\, Advito\n\nSpeakers: \n\nSylvain Muller\, SAP Concur\nSarah Benarey\, eco.mio\nDaniel Senyard\, Shep\nOlivier Girault\, Amadeus\nColleen Black\, Tripkicks\nNina Birger\, chooose\nAlistair Leaman\, KDS\nBrett Dowling\, Sabre URL:https://gbta.org/event/webinar-co2-emissions-display-in-the-obts-is-the-information-good-enough/ CATEGORIES:Europe,Online Courses & Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T193000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20221215T170423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T143215Z UID:8403-1676383200-1676403000@gbta.org SUMMARY:Carrefour des Experts Travel & MICE par GBTA DESCRIPTION:Educational and networking event for Business Travel and MICE professionals \nLocation of Event \nMetafore Liège – Blanche\, Paris\, France URL:https://gbta.org/event/carrefour-des-experts-travel-mice-par-gbta-2/ LOCATION:in-person CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230119 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20221102T173110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T130550Z UID:7919-1673913600-1674086399@gbta.org SUMMARY:Travel Risk Management Bootcamp: Understanding and Implementing ISO31030 DESCRIPTION:Timezone\n14:00 to 17:00 UTC(00+00)\n \nCourse Outline \nExplore Travel Risk Management in the context of the new ISO 31030 standard and gain the tools and confidence to update and/or create a robust system within your organization to ensure the safety and well-being of travellers. This course\, led by travel risk management experts Global Secure Accreditation in conjunction with GBTA\, is designed to give practical guidance to anyone involved in building\, supporting and managing corporate travel programs. \nCourse Benefits \n\nLearn from travel risk management experts and get your questions answered.\nStudy with industry peers and learn from each other’s experiences and perspectives.\nReceive a ready-to-use workbook of templates to help create the systems and processes discussed in the course within your organisation.\nKeep a copy of the presentation materials as a reference guide.\nEarn a GBTA Travel Risk Management certificate and 6 credits towards your GTP status.\n\nWhat Content Is Covered in the Course? \n\nThe organisation’s scope and context.\nRisk identification\, characterization and control processes.\nEducation\, awareness and support of travellers.\nDocumentation\, reporting and auditing.\n\nWho should take this Course? \n\nTravel Managers and Directors\nCorporate Security and Risk Managers\nProcurement or other Managers with a responsibility for travel\n\nHow will this Course be delivered? \nThis course will be delivered as a one-day\, virtual event with expert speaker presentations\, group sessions and individual exercises to complete. \nEvent Speakers \nBrian Moore\, Operations Director – Brian served in the police service as an investigator for 34 years rising to the rank of Chief Constable of Wiltshire Police and subsequently as Director General of the UK Border Force. He is a former national lead for prevention of violent crime who was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal for distinguished service. Following his Police career Brian has been a board director of a leading private investigation company before joining Global Secure Accreditation (GSA) as operation director. \nSandy Moring\, Corporate Travel Advisor – Sandy has held a wide range of travel roles with global travel management companies and other large corporates. With a strong operational background\, she has led projects to improve productivity and engagement and devised innovative technology solutions\, many of which have been recognised by industry awards. Her interest in risk management goes back to her first role when working for an overland expedition company when she travelled by truck from London to Kathmandu and from Quito to Rio de Janeiro via Peru and Bolivia. Enhanced by this hands-on experience\, she has developed an ability to evaluate the rapidly changing face of corporate travel management relating to key topics such as risk management and sustainability. As former Director of Education for the Institute of Travel Management\, Sandy established the inaugural ITM Travel Risk Management Summit in 2016 helping launch the Run\, Hide\, Tell campaign for the UK Government and continues to deliver GBTA corporate travel management training across Europe\, specialising in travel risk management. \nBob Quick\, Executive Director and founder – Bob spent 32 years with the British Police Service\, culminating in the role of Chief Constable of Surrey. As UK Policing lead for Counter Terrorism\, Bob oversaw investigations into some of the most complex terrorism cases. He was further responsible for the protection of the British Royal Family\, Prime Minister and Cabinet as well as leading security for the UK diplomatic community and visiting Heads of State. Bob was one of the founders of Global Secure Accreditation (GSA) and is responsible for GSA’s global strategy. \nLee Whiteing\, Commercial Director – Lee joined Global Secure Accreditation (GSA) following a 27 year career with HSBC. He is responsible for GSA’s commercial activities including hotel security assessments\, training and consultancy activities as well as partnerships with industry third parties. Before joining GSA\, Lee was Head of Global Travel Operations\, where he was responsible for the bank’s travel programme. At HSBC\, Lee created a ‘customer-first’ ethos for the bank’s travel programme\, focusing on enhancing the traveller experience for staff. URL:https://gbta.org/event/travel-risk-management-bootcamp-understanding-and-implementing-iso31030-3/ CATEGORIES:Europe,France END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T110000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20220803T183321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T143753Z UID:3842-1671012000-1671015600@gbta.org SUMMARY:GBTA Europe Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join GBTA’s volunteer leadership as the European and Global committees share what they see as the key themes for 2023 and what they are planning to deliver in the fields of: \n\nAccommodations\nAviation\nDE&I\nMeetings\nPayment Solution\nRisk\nSustainability\nTechnology URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-europe-town-hall-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Europe,France,Italy,Summits & Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T142219 CREATED:20220803T181342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T201614Z UID:3826-1668160800-1668168000@gbta.org SUMMARY:Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ DESCRIPTION:Dates: November 11 and 18; December 2\, 9\, and 16 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET each day \nPricing: $450 member / $550 non member \nThe Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management™ course builds off of the Fundamentals curriculum to aid business travel professionals in increasing their knowledge of the industry while also expanding on their professional skills. This course is designed for travel buyers overseeing a managed business travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services. \nThe program covers 4 modules and includes 5 two-hour live sessions with an instructor. Participants will need to complete a recorded session and prep work prior to each virtual session. \nMORE INFORMATION\nREGISTER BY NOV. 4 URL:https://gbta.org/event/advanced-principles-of-business-travel-management/2022-11-11/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Europe,Italy,Learning,North America,Summits & Workshops END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR