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SUMMARY:GBTA US Chapter Leadership Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The GBTA is proud to host the 22nd Annual GBTA US Chapter Leadership Summit! This event brings over 200 US Chapter volunteer leaders from across the country for 2 days of learning including professional development\, networking and collaboration to enhance GBTA’s 38 US Chapter organizations. \nAll US Chapter board members and volunteers are welcome and encouraged to attend! \nEvent Dates:\nMonday\, February 2 – Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026\nMiami Marriott Biscayne Bay\n1633 N. Biscayne Drive\nMiami\, FL 33132\n305-374-3900 \nLearn More
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-us-chapter-leadership-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay\, 1633 N. Biscayne Drive\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,Summits & Workshops,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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SUMMARY:GBTA TN Chapter Meeting: "Mastering AI: ChatGPT for Corporate Travel Professionals" - GTP Credit Approved
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Tennessee \nAre you trying to do more with less in your growing\, day-to-day responsibilities? Struggling to analyze data\, craft reports\, or generate professional internal/external emails? It’s time to unleash the full power of ChatGPT and transform the way you work! \nJoin us for an interactive\, hands-on education session designed exclusively for travel professionals. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to fine-tune your expertise\, this session will take you from basic prompts to expert-level mastery—turning ChatGPT into your ultimate travel assistant. \n \nWatch ChatGPT transform a basic travel prompt into a ninja-level expert response!\n📊 See how AI can digest massive data files in seconds\, providing actionable insights.\n🎨 Experience ChatGPT’s image generation for travel marketing\, policy guides\, and presentations. \n🔥 Who Should Attend? \n✈️ Corporate Travel Professional who want to save time\, cut costs\, and make smarter decisions.\n📊 Travel Procurement & Finance Professionals looking to optimize travel spend.\n🧳 Operations & HR Leaders seeking AI-powered solutions for traveler safety & experience. \n🎯 Why Attend? \nBecause time is your most valuable asset. Walk away with practical AI skills that help you work smarter\, not harder freeing up time to focus on strategy\, not spreadsheets. \nTheo Szymanski\, SkyLink\, Head of Global Enterprise Sales \nMargaritaville Hotel Nashville\n425 Rep. John Lewis Way S\nNashville\, TN 37203 \nTickets\n$40.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration\n$50.00 after 8:00 am February 6 \n$40.00 GBTA All-Access Registration\n$50.00 after 08:00 am February 6 \n$60.00 Guest Registration\n$70.00 after 8:00 am February 6
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-tn-chapter-meeting-mastering-ai-chatgpt-for-corporate-travel-professionals/
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CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153657
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SUMMARY:What Travel Managers Want: Insights from Industry Leaders - GTP Credit Approved
DESCRIPTION:Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: Utah Chapter \nDescription: Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring 5–6 travel managers from diverse industries as they share their top priorities\, biggest challenges\, and expectations for the future of corporate travel. We’ll explore key topics such as policy compliance\, traveler experience\, sustainability\, and the role of technology in shaping modern travel programs. Gain actionable insights and practical strategies to better align with what travel managers truly need in today’s evolving landscape. \n \nEvent Speakers: 5-6 Panelist from different companies around the Wasatch Front \nLocation of Event:\nElement Salt Lake City Downtown\n145 S. 300 W\nSalt Lake City\, UT 84101 \nPrice:\n$0.00 MEMBER TICKET\n$15.00 after 11:45 pm February 9 \n$35.00 GUEST TICKET\n$50.00 after 11:45 pm February 9
URL:https://gbta.org/event/what-travel-managers-want-insights-from-industry-leaders/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T133000
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SUMMARY:GBTA San Diego February Meeting
DESCRIPTION:GBTA San Diego \nJoin GBTA San Diego for our first education meeting of 2026!\nWe look forward to saying Happy New Year to our returning attendees and Hello to our first time guests! \nTopic: 2026 Industry Outlook – Kavin Schieferdecker\, Chief Sales Officer for San Diego Tourism Authority is joining us to speak about San Diego’s Travel Industry Trends & Outlook!\nWe are also very excited to have Leanne Davidson\, Sales & Loyalty Market Manager with Alaska Airlines providing us with updates for one of the fastest growing carriers at San Diego International Airport! \nLocation: Rancho Bernardo Inn\n17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr\, San Diego\, CA 92128\n$30 Buyers\n$60 Member Supplier\n$85 Non-Member Supplier
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-san-diego-february-meeting/
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CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000
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SUMMARY:Flying with Southwest - February 18\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the GBTA Las Vegas chapter to hear about the exciting changes happening at Southwest Airlines this year! Our guest\, Kyle Brown\, Director of National Sales\, will discuss how Southwest’s business transformation will affect your travel program and how these new features will benefit travelers. \nWHEN: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\, 5:30pm \nWHERE: Location is being finalized – Check back soon! \nCOST: Members $40 | Guests $50\nGet a $5.00 discount by buying your ticket 30 days in advance! $5.00 late fee applies for same-day registration.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/flying-with-southwest-february-18-2026/
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CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
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SUMMARY:GBTA-DFW Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us February 19\, 2026\nGBTA-DFW Chapter Meeting\n10:30am -1:00pm\nOmni Frisco at the Star \nChanging the Narrative: Cultivating Supplier Relationships\nStrong supplier relationships are built with intention\, not transactions. In this session\, we’ll share a buyer’s perspective on what truly drives trust\, transparency\, and long-term value—and where partnerships often break down. Attendees will leave with practical\, real-world strategies to strengthen collaboration and create mutually beneficial outcomes. \nTickets\n$50.00 Members \n$70.00 Guest of Member \n$50.00 ALL ACCESS MEMBERS ONLY – Subject to Verification \n$75.00 Guest Non Member
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-dfw-chapter-meeting-3/
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CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T110000
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SUMMARY:GBTA Georgia February 19 In Person Luncheon Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join Us For An In-Person Luncheon Meeting on February 19\, 2026\nDr. Maureen Gannon\, PhD Vanderbilt University Presents … \nTake Your Career To The Next Level\nEver felt like you don’t belong – you are not “good enough” – even when you’ve earned your seat? That’s Imposter Syndrome! It can hold back even the most accomplished professionals. \nIn this Interactive Workshop\, you will: \nLearn how Imposter Syndrome impacts your Career\nInterpret your own scores from the Clance Imposter Syndrome assessment\nDiscover actions you can take to overcome Imposter Syndrome \nThis is a unique opportunity to learn from a nationally recognized expert on how to to gain practical tools for your Confidence and Career Growth. \nAbout Our Speaker: \nBy every objective measure\, Dr. Gannon’s career has been an unqualified success. She completed a PhD at Cornell and is now a tenured faculty member at Vanderbilt University. She leads and chairs multiple organizations and committees\, and is invited to speak internationally about her work. \nAnd yet\, for much of her training\, Dr. Gannon didn’t feel successful. She sometimes attributed her personal wins to outside forces or good luck. She wondered when others would discover her shortcomings. \nThen\, she attended a workshop that put a name to the feelings: Impostor Phenomenon. With the name came a realization that many of her peers were experiencing the same thing. \nNow\, Dr. Gannon speaks to students\, faculty\, and professional groups (including Delta Air Lines) about her experience of overcoming Impostor Syndrome and getting on with their careers. \nVenue\nSandy Springs Performing Arts and Conference Center\n1 Galambos Way\, Sandy Springs\, GA 30328 \nSeats are limited—Reserve Yours Today!\nEarly Bird : $50 Members / $70 Guests.\nAfter February 12: $90 Member/Guest \nNetworking & Registration Begin at 11:00am. Meeting Adjourns at 1:30pm. \n50/50 Raffle\n1 Ticket $10. 3 Tickets $25 \nThank You To Our Sponsors!\nFox World Travel\nSandy Springs Performing Arts Center\nDelta Air Lines
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-georgia-february-19-in-person-luncheon-meeting/
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CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T123000
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SUMMARY:The Hundred Live: Turning Corporate Travel Insights into Action
DESCRIPTION:GBTA | Chicago Chapter \n \nJoin Katie Virtue and Paul Tilstone of temoji consulting for a high-energy session that brings The Hundred to life. Built on interviews with 100 leaders across corporate travel suppliers\, this session goes beyond the report to explore how the industry’s priorities are evolving right now and what that means for 2026. \nWe will unpack the six themes from The Hundred\, with real-time perspective on how each theme has shifted since the research was completed and buyer views on how these trends are playing out inside their programs today. \nBuyers and suppliers will then turn insight into action by working together in an interactive workshop to rank the themes by their impact on 2026 and define what those priorities will mean in practice. Hear forward-looking insights\, discuss priorities for the sector in 2026\, and capture takeaways to take back to your business. \nSpeakers: \nPaul Tilstone:\nFounder\, temoji\nPaul started his career 30 years ago in Travel Management Company sales and marketing\, moving to CEO for the UK & Ireland’s Institute of Travel Management (ITM) in 2005. He launched the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) in Europe in 2010\, moving to SVP Global Development in 2012 with a brief to develop GBTA regions outside of the USA. \nHe was a co-founder of specialist consultancy Festive Road and is founder of specialist travel and meetings supplier consultancy “temoji” \nPaul has been twice listed as one of the world’s top 25 business travel industry influencers by the Business Travel News\, USA. \nKatie Virtue:\nKatie Virtue is passionate about helping the business travel industry grow and thrive. After six years at consultancy Festive Road\, she joined temoji Consulting\, where she works closely with travel suppliers to sharpen their strategies\, connect with the right customers\, and bring real value to corporate travel programs. \nKatie’s perspective comes from years of working across multiple aspects of the travel space\, giving her a unique ability to see both supplier and buyer needs clearly. \nShe’s also committed to giving back to the industry\, serving on the Board of the Global Business Travel Association and leading next generation engagement with the GBTA Ladders program. \nKatie is also a professional speaker\, trainer and coach\, helping leaders escape the 100% trap to beat burnout\, elevate their performance and show up to make a sustainable impact using her signature Sustainable Performance Playbook. \nLocation: \nOLC Education & Conference Center\n9400 W. Higgins Road\, Suite 100\nRosemont\, IL 60018 \nPrice: $100 Member Registration\n$150 Guest Registration\nDirect Members of Chicago Chapter: Free!
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-hundred-live-turning-corporate-travel-insights-into-action/
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SUMMARY:Game On! GBTA Michigan Madness: Travel Tech Tip-Off!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to go courtside with GBTA Michigan as we kick off our Travel Tech Tip‑Off! This February\, we’re bringing March Madness energy to the world of travel innovation with our first‑ever Travel Tech Bracket Challenge. Eight travel technology topics will go head‑to‑head argued by some of the Travel industries GREATEST tech contributors\, and YOU get to decide who advances. Join us for an engaging\, interactive session where fresh ideas\, bold solutions\, and friendly competition collide as we crown this year’s ultimate champion. \n🏀 Suit up in your favorite college basketball gear and show us who you’re rooting for! Jerseys\, T-Shirts\, hats\, kicks\, 90s adidas windbreaker pants\, whatever brings your spirit alive! Whether you’re repping with pride or trash‑talking with style\, we’ll see which team’s fans take the crown for the strongest turnout. 🏀 \nAgenda: \n8:30am: Registration\, Breakfast & Networking\n9:30am: Welcome Announcements\n9:45am: Sponsorship Presentation\n10:00am: GBTA Michigan Business Meeting\n10:30am: Networking Break\n10:40am: Travel Tech Tip-Off\nReferee: Jen Bankard Panelists: Brooks Armstrong\, Mike Daly\nSam Hilgendorf\nGet ready to go courtside with GBTA Michigan as we kick off our Travel Tech Tip‑Off! We’re bringing March Madness energy to the world of travel innovation with our first‑ever Travel Tech Bracket Challenge. Eight travel technology topics will go head‑to‑head and argued by some of the Travel industries GREATEST tech contributors\, and YOU get to decide who advances.\n12:10pm: Charity Reveal\n12:25pm: Networking Lunch\n1:25pm: AI Crystal Ball: Hype\, Reality\, or Revolution?\nReferee: Jen Bankard Panelists: Brooks Armstrong\, Mike Daly\nSam Hilgendorf\nGame on! Will AI truly eliminate expense reports? Can it really replace human agents? The buzz around AI’s impact on business travel is endless—but which predictions will actually come true? In this interactive session\, our panel of industry experts will put their boldest AI forecasts on the table. The audience votes: Game-changing innovation or just overblown hype? Then\, our panelists must defend their positions under scrutiny. Will their AI prophecies hold up\, or will they be debunked?\n2:45pm: Final Announcements and Drawings
URL:https://gbta.org/event/game-on-gbta-michigan-madness-travel-tech-tip-off/
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