Global Business Travel Association - GBTA

GBTA Europe Town Hall
2022-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | Virtual
September 15, 2022, 10:00 am – 11:00 am (BST) 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (CET)
GBTA Europe Town Hall, is a monthly 60-minute session, including an update on what’s happening in our association from Ben Park, Chair of the GBTA Europe Advisory Board and Catherine Logan, Regional Vice President – GBTA.
This month they are joined by members of the Europe Accommodations Committee who will be looking at how to build successful buyer-supplier relationships based on transparency and trust – leading to better outcomes for both parties. Looking a future trend in rates; the challenge around sustainability and best ways of booking, the committee will discuss how by working together buyers and suppliers can overcome these challenges.

Bay Area Chapter - Sustainability - GTP Credit Approved
2022-09-15 | in-person
Fresh from GBTA in San Diego, join BABTA’s Mark Ziegler (NetApp) and Jenny Sabineu (Salesforce) to discuss the work of GBTA’s sustainability committee. Both GBTA committee members, Jenny and Mark will showcase the refreshed sustainability toolkit and demonstrate how it can be used to create a meaningful sustainability approach for companies of all sizes and travel budgets. Bring your questions and prepare to engage on this important topic.
Our 9/15 event runs from 5.30-8.00pm. Join us for a reception hosted by Omni San Francisco (wine, beer, sodas and sparkling water are complementary, cash bar for cocktails). Dinner will be served with complementary red or white wine. Join us for this great opportunity to connect, network and learn more on Sustainability at Omni San Francisco!

Event Speaker
Mark Ziegler, Senior Travel Manager Global Travel Services | NetApp
Venue Information
Omni San Francisco
500 California Street (at Montgomery), San Francisco , California 94104
Phone: (415) 677-9494
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/san-francisco
Location of Event
San Francisco

Philadelphia Chapter - 2022 Education Day - GTP Credit Approved
2022-09-15
Make plans to join your fellow business travel industry colleagues for a full day of education and networking.
The topics for our sessions will highlight the following:

The changing dynamics of business travel following the pandemic
Sustainability
RFPs in today’s environment – what’s new?
Building and measuring the value in a travel program
Current issues surrounding travel and meetings and events

We’ll end the day with a networking happy hour!
Venue Information
1700 Market
1700 Market Street – 6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Pricing

$125.00
A Ticket For A Member

$150.00
After 12:00 am September 7

$150.00
A Ticket For A Guest Of Our Association

$175.00
After 12:00 am September 7

$125.00
GBTA All-Access Member Who Is NOT A Philadelphia Chapter Member

$150.00
After 12:00 am September 7

Travel Risk Management Bootcamp - Understanding and Implementing ISO31030
2022-09-14 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Virtual
September 14-15, 14:00 – 17:00 BST
Price
€450 member / €550 non-member
Course Outline
Explore 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. This two-day course, led by travel risk management experts Global Secure Accreditation in conjunction with GBTA and the Anvil Group, is designed to give practical guidance to anyone involved in building and managing corporate travel programs.
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Wisconsin Chapter - State of the Industry 2022 - GTP Credit Approved
2022-09-14 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | in-person
September 14, 2022, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CDT
Please join us at the Appleton International Airport as we have an expert industry panel comprised of Barry O’Neill, Vice President North American Operations – Radisson Hotel Group, Steve Ross, Managing Director Sales Central and Canada – United Airlines, and Richard Williams, Assistant Vice President – Enterprise Holdings International, moderated by Patrick Tracey, Marketing Manager – Appleton International Airport. In this session, our panelists will be having a candid conversation of what is happening in our industry from their segment perspectives, as well as tackle tough questions from our moderator as well as the audience live. You won’t want to miss this highly insightful conversation!
Venue: Appleton International Airport – ATW, W6390 Challenger Dr., Appleton WI

Los Angeles Chapter - Sustainability in Today's Travel
2022-09-14 | in-person
Why is our September meeting one of the most popular of the year? Because it overlaps with our (buyers only) all day Travel Managers Exchange Forum (TMEF). Buyers attending the (morning)TMEF session have a mid-day break where they join suppliers for this year’s sustainability focused lunch program, after which they regroup for the post lunch TMEF session from 2:15 to 4:15pm. Please encourage buyers who you know to attend our professional consultant-facilitated TMEF, whether they’re an LABTA member or not, they may register at a very favorable rate (buyers between employers may also attend). TMEF has been so popular through the years that it attracts many buyers who don’t regularly attend our monthly meetings. Buyers may register for TMEF which will include registration for our lunch program as outlined below.
All are encouraged to join us for our September lunch event and exciting panel discussion as we delve further into our industry’s commitment to the topic of sustainability. We’ll hear what our colleagues and partners have to say about their ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable existence for us all.
Our panelists will include subject matter experts from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, EHI Holdings, and Motev. We are also excited and fortunate to have Will Tate from Goldspring Consulting as our panel moderator.
Reducing our global carbon footprint and creating a sustainable future for our families is a priority that we all should support! We hope you’ll join us in showing your continued support for the health and well-being of our planet by attending this insightful and thought-provoking program!
Note that buyers who register for the Travel Managers Exchange Forum need not register separately for this lunch, as their TMEF registration includes the lunch program.
Register today!
GTP Credit Pending
Registration & Networking 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Program & Lunch: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Event Speaker
Will Tate, Goldspring Consulting
Location of Event
Culver City, CA
Venue Information
The Shay, 8801 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
Pricing
Member Ticket: $75.00 ($20 late fee after 10am 9/12)
Guest Ticket: $100 ($20 late fee after 10am 9/12)

Los Angeles Chapter - Travel Manager Exchange Forum - GTP Credit Approved
2022-09-14 | in-person
GBTA Los Angeles Chapter is excited to hold our 2022 Travel Manager Exchange Forums (TMEF). These sessions provide a confidential “travel buyers only” environment for direct members to discuss relatable experiences they encounter with their travel programs.
TMEF will be held on September 14, 2022, at the Shay Hotel. The day will be broken up into three sessions:
1) Morning TMEF meeting
2) GBTA Los Angeles Chapter Program – Lunch and a panel discussion about Sustainability in Todays Travel.
3) Afternoon TMEF meeting
The morning and afternoon TMEF sessions are for Direct Members (buyers) ONLY. The registration fee of $50.00 will cover both TMEF sessions and the afternoon GBTA Lunch Program meeting.
During the sustainability panel discussion, we’ll hear what our colleagues and partners have to say about their ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable existence for us all. Our panelists will include subject matter experts from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, EHI Holdings, and Motev. We are also excited and fortunate to have Will Tate from Goldspring Consulting as our panel moderator.
Event Speaker
Will Tate, Goldspring Consulting
Location of Event
Culver City, CA
Venue Information
The Shay Hotel, 8801 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
Registration fee
$50.00

Silicon Valley Chapter - Annual Golf Classic
2022-09-14 | in-person
The Silicon Valley Business Travel Association presents the 26th Annual Golf Tournament
Location of Event
Half Moon Bay
Venue Information
Half Moon Bay Golf Links
Address
Two Miramontes Point Road Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Tennessee Chapter - Recognizing and Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome
2022-09-13 11:00 - 13:10 (America/New_York) | in-person
September 13, 2022, 11:00 AM – 1:10 PM CDT
Do I really belong here?
Recognizing and overcoming the Imposter Syndrome, presented by Dr. Maureen Gannon
In this session participants will learn the definition of Imposter Syndrome and will complete a brief self-assessment to determine where they fall on the Imposter Syndrome scale. Common causes for Imposter Syndrome feelings and characteristics of individuals who experience these feelings will be discussed. Importantly, participants will learn how to mitigate these feelings in themselves and how to help others who may suffer from these feelings.
Speaker:
Dr. Maureen Gannon
Associate Dean and Professor
Vanderbilt University and Medical Center
Venue:
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
623 Union St
Nashville, TN 37219
Complimentary Valet Parking
Pricing:
$30.00 TBTA and GBTA All-Access Members
$40.00 Guest

Silicon Valley Chapter - TMC Sourcing 2.0
2022-09-13 | in-person
Join Bryan Holmes, Founder of Bid Logic Solutions, as he presents TMC Sourcing 2.0. In this presentation Bryan takes 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. In his presentation, Bryan also covers pragmatic tips to source a TMC in this new 2.0 environment while also sharing techniques to improve your critical thinking skills. This presentation is crucial for buyers considering putting their TMC business out to bid, and anyone charged with making better decisions for their organization.
Event Speaker
Bryan Holmes, CEO of Bid Logic Solutions Inc | Bid Logic Solutions Inc.
Location of Event
Holiday Inn & Suites Silicon Valley Milpitas
Venue Information
Holiday Inn & Suites Silicon Valley Milpitas
Address
1100 Cadillac Ct Milpitas, CA 95035

North Central Chapter - Strategic Hotel & Air Sourcing, Why Now and the Impacts - GTP Credit Approved
2022-09-08 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Mexico_City) | in-person
The GBTA North Central Chapter is thrilled to invite you to attend the in person Fall Kickoff Meeting on Thursday, September 8th, featuring Strategic Hotel & Air Sourcing, Why Now and the Impacts.
The featured panelists in this discussion includes:

Desiree French, Managing Director Procurement TCG Consulting
Fiona LaPoint, Director Travel Strategic Sourcing Cargill
Michael Bauerle, General Manager Global Sales Delta Airlines
Noah Goldsmith, Regional Account Director Sonesta Hotels

Utah Chapter - Monthly Luncheon
2022-09-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | in-person
Jordan Teuscher with the Utah State Legislature will be reviewing any updates and topics that are important to our industry. Don’t miss this fantastic event at the Salt Lake International Airport.
Venue:
Salt Lake City Airport
W. Terminal Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84122
Parking will be provided on Levels 2-5 at the Parking Garage. Please proceed to Level 3 of the Central Terminal. The entrance to the SLC Department of Airports Board Room will be to the right behind the Southwest Check In Facility.
Pricing:
$0.00 MEMBER TICKET (advance registration)
$15.00 MEMBER TICKET (at the door)
$35.00 GUEST TICKET (advance registration)
$50.00 GUEST TICKET (at the door)
$0.00 GBTA All Access Member
GTP Credit Approved

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Certificate in Corporate Travel Execution (CCTE)
2022-09-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Dates: Sept. 8 and 22, Oct. 6 and 20, Nov. 3 and 17, Dec. 1 and 15
Times: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET each day
Participants must be available to commit to the 2-hour sessions twice a month, September through December.
The Certificate in Corporate Travel Execution is a customized education offered in partnership with Cornell University’s Executive Education Division. The curriculum is designed for corporate buyers overseeing a managed travel program and suppliers offering travel-related products and services.
This virtual classroom opportunity is focused on critical business travel topics including accounting, finance, human resources, sales strategy, risk and legal issues, and travel procurement. This relaunched course will be taught by Cornell University professors who teach and research in business, travel and hospitality.
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