Jacksonville Education Day - GTP Credit Approved
2025-10-21 11:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Jamie Meek, GoldSpring Consulting, will lead a power packed Corporate Travel Manager Panel and workshop to discuss the challenges and successes of making sure your corporate travel program speaks to the multi-generational workforce. Following the panel, an interactive roundtable exercise will commence that highlights what suppliers can do to help the topic of the needs of multi-generational workforces. Don’t miss and update from Jeanne Goldschmidt, from Visit Jacksonville will provide insights on tourism and convention updates impacting the greater Jacksonville area along with available resources.

Navigating New Horizons: Launching Corporate Travel in the Middle East
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00
Date: 22nd October.
Time; 2pm/ 11am Uk/ 12noon CET
Format: The webinar will be 45 minutes long with an additional 10 mins for Q&A,
Join us for this insightful session as we introduce GBTA (Global Business Travel Association) and explore the evolving landscape of business travel in the Middle East. The webinar will begin with a short presentation offering high-level market insights, followed by a dynamic panel discussion featuring both buyers and suppliers. Together, we’ll explore the key opportunities, emerging trends, and challenges shaping the region’s corporate travel market.
Whether you’re new to business travel or an experienced travel professional, this session will provide valuable perspectives to help you navigate the road ahead.

The Executive Mindset & Unlocking Your Inner Leader
2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:00
Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: GBTA Las Vegas
Description:
The Executive Mindset & Unlocking Your Inner Leader
GBTA Las Vegas is hosting a professional development talk about how to unlock your inner leader and build an executive mindset. Jon Purpura of Elevate Advisory will share strategies he has built over a 25 year career, including communicating with clarity and conviction, handling objections like a strategist, and influencing in all directions. This session will benefit new and seasoned professionals, whether in the travel industry or other sectors. Join us for this intimate conversation to level up your career!
Event Speaker:
Jon Purpura is an accomplished global business leader with over 25 years of experience in leadership roles at United Airlines. Throughout his career, he successfully mentored and coached high-impact teams to enhance their leadership capabilities. His passion lies in building confidence, empowering teams, and witnessing their growth as they perform at their best.
Dedicated to the study of positive psychology, Jon strives to share his eternal optimism with others. He specializes in helping individuals capitalize on their unique assets, guiding them to unlock their full potential.
Jon’s passion for coaching and speaking led to the creation of Elevate Advisory LLC, where he continues to elevate others on their personal and professional journeys.
Location: Flamingo Las Vegas
Carson City Rooms 1 & 2
Light Hors d’Oeuvres and beverages provided
Ticket Price:
$30 – Direct Member
$40 – Allied Member
$50 – Guest
Self Parking:
0-24 Hours: $20
Caesars Rewards: Platinum-Diamond-Seven Stars Free
Locals: First 3 hours are Free with valid NV D.L.

GBTA WINiT Summit 2025
2025-10-23 10:00 - 16:45
WINiT Summit 2025: The Power of Possibility. A Day to Imagine, Ignite, and Lead What’s Next
Event date: October 23, 2025
Event location: Civic Hall, New York, NY.
About the event
Join us for a high-impact, day-long experience designed to spark new ideas, unlock potential, and elevate your leadership journey. Rooted in WINiT’s pillars of mentorship, professional development, and community, The Power of Possibility is intended to help you embrace possibility, break barriers, and envision new opportunities for the future.

October 2025- Educational Lunch Meeting - GTP Credit Approved
2025-10-23 11:00 - 13:00
Exciting things are happening at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport!
Join us for an engaging session featuring:
✅ The latest airport update
✅ New air service routes + an Asia airline overview
✅ Important TSA updates to keep your travelers informed

Don’t miss this chance to get insider insights and stay ahead of what’s next in air travel.
Agenda:
11:15 – 11:45 pm: Registration and Networking
11:45 – 12:00 pm: Welcome, Announcements, Southwest Airlines Update and Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Phoenix Sky Harbor and TSA Updates, Q & A, and Closing Remarks
Tickets
$55.00 Member Registration
$65.00 after 5:00 pm October 17
$50.00 Early bird rate before October 3
$70.00 Non-Member/Guest
$80.00 after 5:00 pm October 17
$65.00 Early bird rate before October 3

Unlocking the Power of Professional Designations
2025-10-23 11:00 - 14:00
Your name is your brand—and the letters that follow it can be a powerful key to career growth, credibility, and new opportunities. In partnership with: The MPI New Jersey Chapter, MPI Academy, GBTA Academy and GBTA Meetings and Events Committee.
✨The Value of Your Letters After Your Name: A Designation Edition
Whether you’ve earned a CMP, CCTE, GTP, GLP, CMM or are considering pursuing a certification, this session will explore how designations can set you apart, elevate your expertise, and strengthen your professional brand in the meetings, events, and travel
industries.
🔑What You’ll Gain:
Insights from industry leaders on the true ROI of certifications Guidance on choosing the right designation for your career path
Tips to leverage your credentials for advancement and recognition Networking with peers who’ve taken the designation journey
Enjoy an engaging discussion, make valuable connections, and leave inspired to invest in your future.
💡Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how the right designation can open doors for your career!

Unlocking the Power of Professional Designations
2025-10-23 11:00 - 14:00
-GBTA New Jersey (In partnership with GBTA, MPI, GBTA Meetings and Events, MPI-New Jersey Chapter)
-Speakers: Tim Luepke, CMM, CMP, CTS, DES @ MPI; Jill Koronkiewicz @ GBTA; Brenda Davis @ International SOS
-2x Panels: 1) Meetings and Events – Tammy Hsu, CMP, SEPC; Jordan Lacey, CMP; Trish Raffety, CMP, HMCC; Kaaren Hamilton, CMM, HMCC 2) Travel – Kathy Kaden, CCTE, GLP, CMM; Joanne McNellis-Coelho GTP, GLP; Doug Payne CCTE, GTP, GLP
-Location: 11AM-2PM Liberty House, 76 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
-Event Name: Unlocking the Power of Professional Designations
🗓️Thursday, October 23rd
⏰11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍Liberty House
76 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Limited Space!
Register Here
Your name is your brand—and the letters that follow it can be a powerful key to career
growth, credibility, and new opportunities. In partnership with: The MPI New Jersey
Chapter, MPI Academy, GBTA Foundation and GBTA Meetings and Events Committee.
✨The Value of Your Letters After Your Name: A Designation Edition
Whether you’ve earned a CMP, CCTE, GTP, GLP, CMM or are considering pursuing a
certification, this session will explore how designations can set you apart, elevate your
expertise, and strengthen your professional brand in the meetings, events, and travel
industries.
🔑What You’ll Gain:
Insights from industry leaders on the true ROI of certifications
Guidance on choosing the right designation for your career path
Tips to leverage your credentials for advancement and recognition
Networking with peers who’ve taken the designation journey
Enjoy an engaging discussion, make valuable connections, and leave inspired to invest
in your future.
💡Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how the right designation can open doors for
your career!
Hotel Information:
Hyatt Regency Jersey City Hotel
2 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Room Type: Standard King/Queen
Courtesy Rate – $399 (per night)
For booking, contact John Bruton.
E: John.Bruton@hyatt.com
Run of Show
11:00AM Check-in, Lunch & Networking
11:30AM Opening Remarks
11:40AM M&E Designations
Presented by MPI Academy
12:00PM M&E Panel (CMP, CMM & more!)
12:35PM Break
Talk with ME
Presented by GBTA Meetings and Events Committee
12:50PM Travel Designations
Presented by GBTA Foundation
1:10PM Travel Panel (GLP, GTP & more!)
1:45PM Presentation
Presented by Hyatt Regency Jersey City
1:55PM Closing Remarks
2:00PM Event Concludes

GBTA WINiT Gala 2025
2025-10-23 18:00 - 22:00
Event date: October 23, 2025, 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm ET.
Event location: Civic Hall, New York, NY.
About the event
The goal of the WINiT Awards is to recognize the women, men, and companies who together are driving positive change for the career mobility of women in the travel-related industries. Winners will be honored at the Gala.
WINiT Gala award categories will include:

Most Innovative Trailblazer
Outstanding Woman of the Year
Rising Female Leader
Best Mentor or Coach (Women)
Best Mentor or Coach (Male)
DEI Leadership Award
The Future of the Workforce Award

Embrace empowerment of women in business travel. Learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities.

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums - Calgary
2025-10-28
The GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums are meticulously crafted as a one-day education and networking program replicated in 3 Canadian cities: Calgary, Montreal and Toronto. The program is strategically structured to deliver invaluable knowledge, profound insights, and cutting-edge education to an industry grappling with escalating costs, supply chain uncertainties, and multifaceted disruptions.
Alongside the invaluable educational content, the Forums offer curated networking opportunities, with ample time allocated for meaningful buyer interaction within the Supplier Showcase. By participating in these enriching workshops, our esteemed sponsors gain a crucial platform to highlight their commitment to evolving in alongside the ever-changing landscape of travel programs and traveler expectations.
Learn More

GBTA | TN Celebrates in Style: Bootleggers & Bubbles – Annual Scholarship Fundraiser
2025-11-04 18:00 - 20:30
GBTA | Tennessee
Get 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.
Slip 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.
✨ Highlights of the Evening:
Silent 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
✨ Don’t miss this chance to sip, sparkle, and step back into the spirit of Prohibition while supporting GBTA Tennessee’s Scholarship Fund!
Woolworth Theatre
223 Rep. John Lewis Way N
Nashville, TN 37219
Tickets
$55.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$65.00 after 08:00 am November 3
$55.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$65.00 after 08:00 am November 3
$65.00 Guest Registration
$75.00 after 08:00 am November 3

Hotel Sourcing Insights: The Role of RFPs Today
2025-11-05 11:00 - 12:00
Description: Hotel and meetings RFPs remain a key pillar of managed corporate travel. While some companies turn away from RFPs, others have adapted their approach to deliver value in new—and increasingly important– ways. Today, RFPs not only drive time and dollar savings. They help companies maximize traveler satisfaction, manage risk, and reduce carbon emissions.
Based on research conducted in North America and Europe, this session examines the role of transient hotel and meetings RFPs. It addresses a number of questions including:
Do companies conduct RFPs? How often do companies conduct RFPs with hotels and meeting venues? How often do they negotiate outside of an RFP process?
The state of hotel RFPs today: Which types of questions are included in hotel RFPs? Which types of rates do companies negotiate? How is the RFP process changing?
Meetings: How do companies source venues for company-held meetings? Do they have a defined sourcing process they are required to follow? What benefits do they realize from this process?
Based on GBTA research sponsored by Cvent
Speakers:

– Mark Sharoff, Sr. Research Manager – GBTA

– Traci Volpe, Senior Manager Customer Success Manager, Cvent

– Taylor Embler, customer Success Manager, Cvent
Start Date/time: 11am EST
End Dtae/time: 12pm EST
Location: Zoom – Webinar
Pricing: Free

GBTA +VDR Conference 2025 | Hamburg
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-12
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.
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The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management
2025-11-11 09:00 - 16:00
Apply. Engage. Advance.
Build 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.
Who Should Attend & What You’ll Learn
Whether 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.
Ideal for:
Corporate Travel Managers and Directors
Procurement or Fiscal Managers overseeing travel budgets
Regional/District Sales Managers for travel suppliers
You’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.
Course topics include:
Overview of Travel Management
Travel Policy
Creating a Service Model
Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management
Travel Technology Basics
Data & Analytics / Measuring Success
Travel Risk Management
🎓 Includes GBTA Professional Development Certificate
✅ Earn 14 GTP® Recertification Credits
Agenda
Will be provided for registrants closer to the event.
Event Details
Dates: November 11 & 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
Location: Somerset Inn, 2601 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084
Hotel Reservations
Reserve by October 27, 2025
Call 248-643-7800 and ask for the GBTA Michigan Fundamentals rate
Rate: $134/night
Cancellation Policy
We understand plans change. Please review our cancellation terms:
Cancel 5+ business days before the event for a full refund
Cancellations fewer than 7 business days before the event are non-refundable due to venue and meal guarantees
No-shows will not be refunded
You may transfer your registration to a colleague at no cost—just email us their name and email address.

Holiday Gala
2025-11-12
November 12 – Fairmont Breakers – Long Beach – Small Meeting Tech Demos
December 10 – Biltmore Downtown Los Angeles – Holiday Gala

"The CFO-Centric Breakthrough for Optimizing Travel Spend" - GTP Credit Approved
2025-11-12 10:00 - 16:00
Wisconsin GBTA Chapter
Join us on November 12, 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm for an afternoon with Scott Gillespie.
Scott 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.
Scott has advised one-third of the Fortune 500, the U.S. Government, and all the major airlines in North America.
He 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.
This 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.

GBTA Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit - GTP Credit Approved
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-14
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.
Let’s keep workforce travel moving forward!

UBTA November 2025 Luncheon - Will AI replacement the Travel Manager? - GTP Approved
2025-11-13 11:00 - 13:00
Chapter: Utah
Description: 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.

Event Speaker: Will Pinnell – Managing Director of the Americas for HRS
Location of Event: Embassy Suites West Valley Utah
3524 South Market Street
West Valley City, UT 84119
Price: $0.00 for Members, $35 for guests

CNFBTA- Giving Back at Give Kids The World Village
2025-11-13 11:30 - 15:00
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.”
We 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.

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums - Montreal
2025-11-18

Business Travel Outlook 2026: tendenze e scenari
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00
Il webinar illustrerà le tendenze e le previsioni 2026 dei principali verticali del Business Travel.

GBTA Arizona November Program and Holiday Celebration - GTP Credit Approved
2025-11-19 14:30 - 17:30
Our November Program will feature two incredible events in one afternoon and an opportunity to win silent auction and raffle items!
Ready To Engage With Our Panel of Travel Manager Experts
Join 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.

Spread the word and invite clients, colleagues, industry friends and your boss. This will be an exciting, informative meeting!
Do 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.
Agenda:
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Registration and Networking
3:00pm – 4:00pm: Educational Program
4:00pm – 5:30pm: Holiday Celebration and Silent Auction
Bring a guest and join your peers in celebrating the season!
Silent Auction and Raffle items include:
Airline Tickets
Hotel Stays
Car Rental Certificates
Gift Baskets
Experiences and More!
OPPORTUNITY TO GIVE:
For 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.
We appreciate your consideration!
A portion of the proceeds will benefit AATN, a nonprofit 501(c)3.
Support Our 2025 Charity Partner: Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network
AATN
We 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.
To support their vital outreach and prevention programs, our charity partner is currently seeking donations of the following items:
Hygiene Essentials: Face wash – Deodorant – Toothpaste – Toothbrushes
Self-Care Items: Fuzzy socks – Face masks – Lotions
Thank you for joining us in supporting this meaningful cause and making a difference in our community!

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums - Toronto
2025-11-20 08:00 - 17:00

GBTA India Summit 2025
2025-11-21 08:30 - 22:30
Discover what’s next for business travel at GBTA India’s inaugural Business Travel Summit, taking place 21 November 2025 in New Delhi. This one-day landmark event brings together business travel leaders, industry experts, and innovators for high impact keynotes, interactive panels, fireside chats, and focused education sessions.
Explore the latest trends in payments, enterprise mobility, and technology-driven travel solutions along with a range of other critical topics, leaving you with practical insights to take back to your organization. The program also features dedicated networking opportunities, from a networking lunch to an evening dinner, giving you valuable time to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and build strategic partnerships.

FACTS - Australian Festival of Aviation & Corporate Travel Summits
2025-11-25 - 2025-11-26
25-26 November 2025, at ICC Sydney.
Bringing together Corporate Travel, Meetings & Events, Travel Technology and Aviation professionals ‘Down Under’ for the first time…
Introducing the Festival of Aviation Corporate Travel Summits (FACTS) – Australia’s biggest annual gathering of corporate travel, meetings and events, travel technology and aviation professionals – proudly supported by GBTA.
FACTS is the intersection point for the Corporate Travel, Meetings & Events, Aviation and Travel Tech sectors that have become more tightly connected than ever before. Corporations are finding advantages in having a strategic approach to travel, meetings and events to meet financial, ESG and regulatory targets. The industry is rapidly adapting to provide more comprehensive solutions.
The bottom line: we need to learn from each other and engage in proactive, fact-based dialogue for change. Our businesses and owners demand it, our frontline travellers and colleagues demand it – and our planet demands it.
FACTS comprises four Summits under one roof:
1. Australia Corporate Travel Summit – Returning in 2025 with more sessions and more free-flow meetings between buyers and suppliers.
2. Australia Meetings & Events Summit – by popular demand – to help corporations grow and manage this booming component of their travel and event programs.
3. Australia Airline Futures Summit – A day dedicated to airline competition, product and capacity updates, as they are vital to the corporate travel and meetings and events sectors in Australia.
4. Australia Travel Tech and Innovation Summit – to cover the disruptive technologies accelerate and change facing the Corporate Travel and M&E sectors.

Holiday Meeting & Charity Auction
2025-12-03 15:00 - 20:30
❄️❄️It’s time! It’s finally here! ❄️❄️
We know this is later than normal, but we heard you and we are changing things up! After listening to your feedback, we’ve created a fresh format and an entirely new experience to keep things exciting! Plus, we’ve sprinkled in a few surprises to make this year truly unforgettable! The GBTA Michigan Holiday Auction is back and better than ever—bringing together travel professionals, partners, and friends for an evening of festive fun, networking, and incredible auction items to support Conductive Education Center of Metro Detroit (CECMD). Get ready to celebrate the season, support our industry, and make this event one to remember!
Venue:
The Madison Rooftop
1555 Broadway St.
Detroit, MI
48226
The Madison Rooftop
Start: 3:00pm EST
End: 8:30pm EST
Charity Auction Details:
To assist in raising funds for this cause, GBTA | Michigan will once again be hosting our Charity Auction! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to this amazing cause! This holiday season, make a difference while celebrating the spirit of giving! Our annual charity auction will be live, offering exclusive items, unique experiences, and festive treasures — all in support of Conductive Education Center of Metro Detroit (CECMD)! Every bid helps fund their needs to give back, bringing joy and comfort to those who need it most.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or a once-in-a-lifetime experience, your participation will help us spread warmth and goodwill this holiday season. Your generosity will have a lasting impact, and together, we can make this holiday season brighter for all!
Bid. Win. Give.
👉 Learn more: https://cecmd.org
📣 Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conductiveeducation/
🔗 Donation Form: https://GBTAMichigan.short.gy/y10DDO
You may also email your donation item(s) information to charities@gbtamichigan.org.
In-Kind Donation Item Requests:
The Charity Committee will be collecting in-kind donations for CECMD! Please see the list below of items requested for donation in new condition:
Paper Products
Art Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Gift Cards:
Grocery (Meijer/Kroger)
Crafts/Improvements (Home Depot, Lowe’s, Menards)
Costco/Sam’s Club
Visa/Mastercard Gift Cards
BINGO!
This is your last opportunity to cross of that last space on your 2025 BINGO cards!!!!! Please note that you *may not* purchase any BINGO cards at this event, however, you can cross off squares at this event such as attending the Holiday meeting. Every validated BINGO earns you an entry to win fantastic prizes at the meeting!
Required: BINGO card MUST be present at the meeting, even if you are not! If the BINGO card is not present, you will not qualify for a prize. Your participation isn’t just about fun – it helps us raise crucial funds to support our chapter’s commitment to the GBTA PAC, which champions federal legislation that benefits the business travel industry. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, make a difference, and win big!
Agenda:
3:00pm: Welcome Remarks
3:10pm: Special Video
3:15pm: Sponsorship Presentation
3:30pm: GBTA Michigan Business Meeting
3:45pm: Remembering 2025
4:00pm: The Craziest! Game
*Look for a special email coming soon for you to enter into “The Craziest!” game for a chance to win a prize!
4:30pm: Sponsorship Presentation
4:40pm: Charity Presentation
5:00pm: Cocktail Reception
*Auction is OPEN!*
6:00pm: Dinner
*Auction is OPEN!*
8:00pm: Auction is CLOSED
8:20pm: Drawings
8:30pm: Farewell Announcements & Auction Results
Parking:
While there is no dedicated parking for The Madison, there are three parking lots within a 5 minute walk very close to this location. To assist you with planning on your parking, please see the below maps, and information on parking lots:
Group Room Block:
The Hotel Indigo has set aside a block of rooms at the special rate of $139 + tax. Please reserve your room at your soonest convenience to guarantee the group rate!
Click here to reserve: GBTA Michigan Chapter
Cutoff Date: December 3, 2025
GBTA Michigan Cancellation Policy:
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel your registration for an event, please notify us as soon as possible.
Cancellations received at least 5 business days prior to the event will receive a full refund.
Cancellations received fewer than 5 business days prior to the event are non-refundable due to venue guarantees and meal commitments.
No-shows will not be refunded.
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to another individual within your organization at no additional charge. Please contact us with the replacement’s name and email address. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we aim to deliver high-quality events for our members and partners.
Contact president@gbtamichigan.org with questions on event or membership pricing.
Note: The agenda is subject to change as education sessions are finalized.

Le Carrefour des Échanges Travel & MICE par GBTA
2025-12-04 13:30 - 19:00
Description: Le Carrefour des Échanges Travel & MICE par GBTA France du 4 décembre 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.
Start Date and Time: 4 décembre 2025 13h30 CET
End Date and Time: 4 décembre 2025 19h00 CET
Location: Le Méridien Etoile
Address: 81 Bd Gouvion-Saint-Cyr, 75017 Paris
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Regional Direct Talks - GBTA Canada
2025-12-04 14:00 - 15:00
GBTA Canada recognizes the importance of peer networking and best practice sharing. Unique to GBTA Canada are our Regional Direct (buyer) Talks. Direct (buyer) members gather virtually, to exchange ideas, and understand market dynamics.
Upcoming 2025 Direct Talk:
• December 4, 2025 @ 2PM EST
To learn more and register for the GBTA Canada Direct Talks, please contact: Canada@gbta.org

GBTA | South Carolina Annual Charity Gala
2025-12-04 18:00 - 22:00
GBTA South Carolina Annual Charity Gala, Charleston SC

Travel Buyer Panel: Reflections on 2025 and the Road Ahead - GTP Credit Approved
2025-12-11 11:30 - 13:30
Travel Buyer Panel: Reflections on 2025 and the Road Ahead
Join us for an engaging Travel Buyer Panel featuring leading corporate travel professionals as they share insights on wrapping up 2025 and what lies ahead for 2026.

Our discussion will explore:
Key takeaways from 2025 in the evolving corporate travel landscape
Buyer priorities and strategies for 2026
The role of AI in corporate travel management
How government policies are influencing business travel, and much more!
This session will provide practical perspectives, forward-looking ideas, and lively discussion moderated by one of the industry’s most respected voices, Kevin Iwamoto.

GBTA North Central January Zoom Featuring Suzanne Neufang - GTP Credit Approved
2026-01-08 11:45 - 13:00
Join GBTA North Central for our virtual January meeting featuring Suzanne Neufang, CEO of The Global Business Travel Association!

Suzanne will address the new year and will discuss 2026 New Year-Opener: GBTA and What’s Top of Mind in Business Travel.
