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SUMMARY:GBTA | TN Celebrates in Style: Bootleggers & Bubbles – Annual Scholarship Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:GBTA | Tennessee \nGet ready to step back in time! GBTA Tennessee’s Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Silent Auction is going underground this year with a Bootleggers & Bubbles theme—our own nod to the speakeasy days of Prohibition. \nSlip into your finest flapper dresses\, sequins\, feathers\, suspenders\, or fedoras and join us for a night of sparkle\, spirits\, and secret passwords. It’s an evening filled with live music\, laughter\, and plenty of surprises—all in support of GBTA Tennessee’s Scholarship Fund. \n✨ Highlights of the Evening: \nSilent Auction bidding on exciting items\, Bootleggers & Bubbles Costume Contest\, Live band setting the speakeasy vibe\, Door prizes\, Networking with fellow travel professionals\, Wine & Whiskey Pull \n✨ Don’t miss this chance to sip\, sparkle\, and step back into the spirit of Prohibition while supporting GBTA Tennessee’s Scholarship Fund! \nWoolworth Theatre\n223 Rep. John Lewis Way N\nNashville\, TN 37219 \nTickets\n$55.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration\n$65.00 after 08:00 am November 3 \n$55.00 GBTA All-Access Registration\n$65.00 after 08:00 am November 3 \n$65.00 Guest Registration\n$75.00 after 08:00 am November 3
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-tn-celebrates-in-style-bootleggers-bubbles-annual-scholarship-fundraiser/
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SUMMARY:The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management
DESCRIPTION:Apply. Engage. Advance. \nBuild the skills you need to succeed as a business travel manager or travel supplier with GBTA’s most popular training course. This in-person experience delivers a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of a managed travel program—plus peer insights and best practices to help you lead with confidence. \nWho Should Attend & What You’ll Learn\nWhether you’re new to business travel or looking to refresh your expertise\, The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management is an excellent professional development opportunity for both buyers and suppliers. This two-day course equips you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to manage a successful travel program. \nIdeal for: \nCorporate Travel Managers and Directors \nProcurement or Fiscal Managers overseeing travel budgets \nRegional/District Sales Managers for travel suppliers \nYou’ll gain the confidence to own the travel function within your organization\, develop and implement a travel policy\, oversee vendor and technology procurement\, and apply best practices for success. \nCourse topics include: \nOverview of Travel Management \nTravel Policy \nCreating a Service Model \nStrategic Sourcing & Vendor Management \nTravel Technology Basics \nData & Analytics / Measuring Success \nTravel Risk Management \n🎓 Includes GBTA Professional Development Certificate\n✅ Earn 14 GTP® Recertification Credits \nAgenda\nWill be provided for registrants closer to the event. \nEvent Details\nDates: November 11 & 12\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET\nLocation: Somerset Inn\, 2601 West Big Beaver Road\, Troy\, MI 48084 \nHotel Reservations\nReserve by October 27\, 2025\nCall 248-643-7800 and ask for the GBTA Michigan Fundamentals rate\nRate: $134/night \nCancellation Policy \nWe understand plans change. Please review our cancellation terms: \nCancel 5+ business days before the event for a full refund \nCancellations fewer than 7 business days before the event are non-refundable due to venue and meal guarantees \nNo-shows will not be refunded \nYou may transfer your registration to a colleague at no cost—just email us their name and email address.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-fundamentals-of-business-travel-management-10/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
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SUMMARY:Holiday Gala
DESCRIPTION:November 12 – Fairmont Breakers – Long Beach – Small Meeting Tech Demos\nDecember 10 – Biltmore Downtown Los Angeles – Holiday Gala
URL:https://gbta.org/event/holiday-gala/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000
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SUMMARY:"The CFO-Centric Breakthrough for Optimizing Travel Spend" - GTP Credit Approved
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin GBTA Chapter\nJoin us on November 12\, 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm for an afternoon with Scott Gillespie. \nScott Gillespie often breaks new ground — and a bit of glass — in the business travel industry. He influences the industry’s thinking about travel strategy\, carbon emissions\, justifiable travel\, and traveler friction.\nScott has advised one-third of the Fortune 500\, the U.S. Government\, and all the major airlines in North America.\nHe is the author of a U.S. patent and has been named one of Business Travel News’ Top 25 Executives. Scott holds an MBA from the University of Chicago. \nThis bold CFO-led paradigm quickly quantifies the expected value of every business trip. Learn the two decisions and one request CFOs need to make to maximize the value of their corporate travel budgets while meeting their travel emissions goals. Try a pre-trip assessment and discover the surprising implications for travel and procurement managers\, travel suppliers\, and TMCs.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-cfo-centric-breakthrough-for-optimizing-travel-spend/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
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SUMMARY:GBTA Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit  - GTP Credit Approved
DESCRIPTION:Engage with business travel professionals at GBTA’s Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit (Formerly Project Crew and Team Travel Summit PCTT) on November 13th and 14th in Phoenix\, AZ. Join us for an event that begins with a Welcome Reception\, followed by a one-day education program exploring how operations shape the traveler experience. Sessions will cover topics from understanding unique traveler personas and strengthening duty of care to enhancing buyer–supplier partnerships and navigating negotiations and specialty travel contracting. This summit is ideal for specialized buyers and suppliers in the sports\, entertainment\, emergency management\, non-profit\, energy\, project\, and consultancy sectors. \nLet’s keep workforce travel moving forward!
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-workforce-mobility-travel-summit-2025/
CATEGORIES:North America
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SUMMARY:UBTA November 2025 Luncheon - Will AI replacement the Travel Manager? - GTP Approved
DESCRIPTION:Chapter: Utah \nDescription: Explore how AI is redefining the roles of travel managers and procurement leaders.  Assess the benefits of AI-driven platforms in traveler satisfaction\, spend optimization\, and program compliance white understanding where human expertise remains critical. \n \nEvent Speaker: Will Pinnell – Managing Director of the Americas for HRS \nLocation of Event: Embassy Suites West Valley Utah\n3524 South Market Street\nWest Valley City\, UT 84119 \nPrice: $0.00 for Members\, $35 for guests
URL:https://gbta.org/event/ubta-november-2025-luncheon-will-ai-replacement-the-travel-manager/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T113000
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SUMMARY:CNFBTA- Giving Back at Give Kids The World Village
DESCRIPTION:CNFBTA will be at Give Kids The World Village for a memorable day of education and giving back. Our keynote speaker is Katie Virtue who will speak on “Bold Balance- Escaping the perfectionist trap and beating burnout.” \nWe will also hear from Give Kids The World’s CEO\, Caroline Schumacher and then end the day with a fun volunteer opportunity decorating our very own CNFBTA Christmas Trees at the Adopt-A-Tree decorate and display at the Village.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/cnfbta-giving-back-at-give-kids-the-world-village/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T143000
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SUMMARY:GBTA Arizona November Program and Holiday Celebration - GTP Credit Approved
DESCRIPTION:Our November Program will feature two incredible events in one afternoon and an opportunity to win silent auction and raffle items! \nReady To Engage With Our Panel of Travel Manager Experts \nJoin us for an opportunity to hear from our esteemed panel and discuss topics to include innovation in our industry\, virtual payments\, alternate accommodations\, AI\, traveler wellbeing\, sustainability\, and procurement. \n \nSpread the word and invite clients\, colleagues\, industry friends and your boss. This will be an exciting\, informative meeting! \nDo you have a question you would like presented to the panel? Please email azbta@azbta.org for the opportunity to have your question included as Q & A will be based on the time allotted for the program. \nAgenda: \n2:30pm – 3:00pm: Registration and Networking\n3:00pm – 4:00pm: Educational Program\n4:00pm – 5:30pm: Holiday Celebration and Silent Auction \nBring a guest and join your peers in celebrating the season! \nSilent Auction and Raffle items include:\nAirline Tickets\nHotel Stays\nCar Rental Certificates\nGift Baskets\nExperiences and More! \nOPPORTUNITY TO GIVE:\nFor an opportunity to showcase your company with a donation in our silent auction and be recognized\, please complete this form: Donation Form or email us at azbta@azbta.org.\nWe appreciate your consideration!\nA portion of the proceeds will benefit AATN\, a nonprofit 501(c)3. \nSupport Our 2025 Charity Partner: Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network \nAATN \nWe are proud to support our 2025 charity partner\, a collaboration of programs fighting the multi-dimensions of Human Trafficking. Their vision is to create an Arizona where no one is bought\, sold\, or exploited. \nTo support their vital outreach and prevention programs\, our charity partner is currently seeking donations of the following items: \nHygiene Essentials: Face wash – Deodorant – Toothpaste – Toothbrushes \nSelf-Care Items: Fuzzy socks – Face masks – Lotions \nThank you for joining us in supporting this meaningful cause and making a difference in our community!
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-arizona-november-program-and-holiday-celebration/
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