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SUMMARY:GBTA Ohio Valley Quarter 1 Education day
DESCRIPTION:OVBTA Q1 Education Day – join us for an exciting meeting !
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-ohio-valley-quarter-1-education-day/
LOCATION:North America\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:GBTA TN March Chapter Meeting The Generational Power Panel: Women Shaping Business Travel
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Tennessee\nJoin us on March 10th as we celebrate International Women’s Day with GBTA-Tennessee! This month’s chapter luncheon is dedicated to the career paths of women in business travel. We will spotlight Nashville’s very own leaders and the mentors who uplift them. Join us to hear diverse perspectives\, share wisdom\, and inspire the next generation of women in our industry. \nWhat It’s About: \nThis session isn’t just a conversation; it’s a commitment to your professional growth. Whether you are just starting your journey or are a seasoned executive\, you will gain practical insights on: \nIdentifying critical skills for the modern travel landscape\nPursuing growth opportunities with intentionality\nMentorship & Allyship: Celebrating the champions who support and elevate women in our community \nWe are thrilled to announce that Amy Brodrick\, Founder & CEO of Walk In It\, will serve as our moderator\, guiding us through what promises to be an energizing and meaningful session. \nAmy Brodrick\, Founder & CEO of Walk In It\, Moderator
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-tn-march-chapter-meeting-the-generational-power-panel-women-shaping-business-travel/
LOCATION:North America\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:Crisis Averted: Closing the Gap on Travel Risk
DESCRIPTION:Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: Utah Chapter \nDescription: Every major travel crisis has a turning point\, a moment where the outcome could have been different. This presentation will examine real-world travel risk incidents and asks a hard question: where these events truly unavoidable\, or were there warning signs that went unaddressed? Through practical case studies\, we’ll explore how legal exposure\, medical emergencies\, geopolitical instability\, and emerging digital threats can escalate quickly when preparation and communication fall short.\nGrounded in ISO 31030 and modern duty of care expectations\, the presentation moves beyond theory and into what changes outcomes. \nEvent Speaker: Christine Connolley – GBTA Risk Committee – Travel Risk Management Service Account Manager – Everbridge \nLocation of Event: Courtyard Downtown Salt Lake City – 345 W 100 S Salt Lake City\, UT 84101 \nPrice:\n$0.00 MEMBER TICKET\n$15.00 after 11:45 pm March 9 \n$35.00 GUEST TICKET\n$50.00 after 11:45 pm March 9
URL:https://gbta.org/event/crisis-averted-closing-the-gap-on-travel-risk/
LOCATION:Courtyard Downtown Salt Lake City\, 345 W 100 S\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T170000
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SUMMARY:Women in Executive Leadership in the Business Travel Industry
DESCRIPTION:GBTA New England – March Chapter Meeting\nJoin us for our March Chapter Meeting featuring a powerful moderated panel on Women in Executive Leadership in the Business Travel Industry. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\n🕒 Time: 3:00–5:00 PM (Cocktail reception with cash bar to follow)\n📍 Location: Newport Marriott \n \nAs the corporate travel landscape continues to evolve\, strong leadership\, strategic vision\, and inclusive decision-making have never been more important. This session spotlights accomplished women executives who are shaping the future of travel through innovation\, resilience\, and purpose-driven leadership.\nOur moderated panel will bring together senior women leaders from across the travel and hospitality ecosystem to share candid insights on their leadership journeys and the realities of leading at the executive level. Panelists will explore both the opportunities and challenges women face in leadership roles and discuss how organizations can build more diverse and effective leadership pipelines. \nDiscussion topics will include:\n• Navigating the path to executive leadership in the travel industry\n• Leading through disruption\, transformation\, and change\n• Sponsorship\, mentorship\, and building strong professional networks\n• Driving business outcomes while fostering inclusive cultures\n• Advice for the next generation of women leaders in travel \nExpect an engaging\, authentic conversation filled with real-world perspectives\, actionable takeaways\, and inspiration for professionals at every stage of their career. \nAgenda:\n• Interactive moderated panel discussion\n• Audience Q&A\n• Networking with peers and industry leaders\nThis session is ideal for travel managers\, suppliers\, and industry professionals who want to learn from trailblazing women leaders and gain practical leadership insights they can apply within their own organizations. \nSponsor: ITS \nModerator: \nJen Bankard – Executive Director of Conference Content & Strategy\, The BTN Group\nJen’s mission is to transform the way corporate travel managers succeed\, helping them empower their travelers\, elevate their companies\, and advance their careers to run best-in-class travel programs. Jen draws on 25+ years of experience in non-profit and association sectors\, specializing in training and development. Currently with The BTN Group\, she was named one of the 2024 WINiT Top 50 where she was recognized as a Global Leader with Global Impact for her groundbreaking work in corporate travel education. \nBefore joining The BTN Group\, Jen served as Manager of Global Education at the Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE)\, where she built industry-leading learning experiences based on cutting-edge research and best practices. \nSpeakers: \nKaren Catlin – Managing Director of Sales Effectiveness\, United Airlines \nKaren Catlin is the Managing Director of Sales Effectiveness. She leads a team of nearly 100 employees who support multiple functions for Worldwide Sales including sales & leadership training\, sales service\, internal communication\, worldwide budget & resource management and policy & procedure. Since joining United in 1986\, Karen has had 15 positions in a variety of leadership & headquarters based Sales roles as well as a tour in Airport Operations Business Management. She has lived in Connecticut\, San Francisco\, Los Angeles\, Melbourne & Sydney Australia and Chicago. \nA native of Illinois\, Karen received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Karen enjoys interior decorating\, travel- especially to Australia to visit friends\, and loves all furry animals. She has been married to Bob for 34 years and their daughter\, Grace\, is currently a senior at Boston University. \nLiz Batsche – Founder\, Well Hosted \nLiz Batsche is the founder of Well Hosted\, where she helps students & professionals develop the soft skills that accelerate careers and elevate client experiences—what she calls The Practice of Hosting. Her career spans real estate investment banking (during the subprime mortgage crisis) and 11 years in luxury alcohol marketing\, giving her a unique perspective on leadership under pressure and in high-touch\, relationship-driven industries. \nAn alumna of NYU Stern and ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business and Barrett Honors College\, Liz is a passionate advocate for executive women and the power of presence\, hospitality\, and human skills in shaping modern leadership.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/women-in-executive-leadership-in-the-business-travel-industry/
LOCATION:Newport Marriott\, 25 America's Cup Ave\, Newport\, RI\, 02840\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:Greater Phoenix Economic Update
DESCRIPTION:GBTA Arizona\nMarch Education Meeting\nMarch 18\, 2026\n11:00 AM – 1:30 PM \n \nFOGO DE CHÃO\n6300 N Scottsdale Rd\nScottsdale\, AZ 85253\nhttps://fogodechao.com/location/scottsdale/\nDirections \nTickets:\n$65.00 member Ticket\n$75.00 after 05:00 pm March 17 \n$80.00 Non-Member/Guest\n$90.00 after 05:00 pm March 17 \nJoin us for the Greater Phoenix Economic Update\, a must-attend event for industry leaders\, professionals\, and decision-makers. Don’t miss out on this highly anticipated\, insightful\, and informative session featuring local experts. \nSeize this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with industry peers. Bring your clients\, colleagues\, and boss for a comprehensive update on the Greater Phoenix economic landscape. \nSecure your spot now for a meeting that promises to shape your business perspective! \nEric Kerr\, Vice President of Insights and Development\nVisit Phoenix \nEric tracks the visitor industry’s impact on the local economy and the impact of the Visit Phoenix programs on the area hotel market. He also contributes to business-development strategies across all functional areas of Visit Phoenix. \nSince joining Visit Phoenix as an intern in 2006\, Kerr has acquired a broad range of work experience in communications\, media relations\, marketing\, government affairs\, research and tourism advocacy. He is an active member in the Travel and Tourism Research Association and serves on the board of the Western Chapter of the Travel and Tourism Research Association. \nThomas Maynard\, Senior Vice President of Business Development\nGreater Phoenix Economic Council \nThomas Maynard\, the GPEC Senior Vice President of Business Development\, has been with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council since August 2013. Thomas co-manages the Business Development team and oversees GPEC’s international business attraction efforts. Over the years\, Thomas has worked with hundreds of companies evaluating Greater Phoenix\, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups.\nThomas has served as an Honorary Commander from 2022-2024\, a unique program that pairs community members with leaders from Luke AFB. He also serves on NAIOP’s Developing Leader Steering Committee.\nThomas was named to the 2020 list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers and was recognized a 40 under 40 Economic Developers Class of 2021. Thomas is an Arizona native\, grew up in Tucson and graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in journalism with a focus in public relations. \nPending Approval for 1 GTP Credit \nRegister now and secure your spot! \nRegistration Questions: \nPlease email: azbta@azbta.org \nIf you have an item you would like to donate to our raffles and be recognized\, please email us at azbta@azbta.org \nWe appreciate your consideration!
URL:https://gbta.org/event/greater-phoenix-economic-update/
LOCATION:FOGO DE CHÃO\, 6300 N Scottsdale Rd\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85253\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000
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SUMMARY:Managing Traveler Expectations\, Satisfaction & Budget
DESCRIPTION:GBTA-DFW Chapter Meeting March 2026 \nManaging Traveler Expectations\, Satisfaction & Budget \nJoin us for an engaging and practical discussion with experts across key sectors of travel. Our panel will explore strategies and insights to better support traveler needs while balancing organizational priorities. \nModerator:\nMarilyn Townsend\, Buyer \nPanelists:\nJohn Sell – Air Representative\nJohn Hampton – Transportation Representative\nStacey Benedetti – TMC Agency Representative\nJoseph Wheat – Hotel Representative \nLocation of Event:\nHall of Lights\n4421 Charles Street\nCarrollton\, TX 75010 \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/managing-traveler-expectations-satisfaction-budget/
LOCATION:Hall of Lights\, 4421 Charles Street\, Carrollton\, TX\, 75010\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:March Networking Event - Celebrating Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Rocky Mountain Chapter//Kimpton Claret Hotel \nDescription: Celebrate Women’s History month in March\, we are delighted to welcome Candace L. Strother\, Membership Engagement manager\, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce! \nEnjoy the beauty of the Kimpton Claret and our FIRST Happy Hour Networking Event \nEvent Speaker: Candace Strother\, Membership Engagement Manager\, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce \nLocation of Event: In Person at the Kimpton Claret \n$10 member and $20 non-member
URL:https://gbta.org/event/march-networking-event-celebrating-womens-history-month/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T160000
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SUMMARY:GBTA South Carolina Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Comp Networking Mixer for Members in Charleston\, SC at the Bella Grace Hotel.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-south-carolina-networking-mixer-2/
LOCATION:IL
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