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SUMMARY:GTP® Certification Program Spring Exam - Registration Closes
DESCRIPTION:The Global Travel Professional® Certification program is designed for individuals who are committed to leadership and knowledge of business travel. The program establishes the business travel industry standard of knowledge and positions Certification holders as credible and influential leaders. The GTP® Certification Program brings three key benefits to those who earn their certification: \n– Advance your career in business travel management\n– Showcase your career commitment to peers and leadership team\n– Amplify your ability to contribute to strategic business objectives \nSpring Application Deadline: April 2\, 2026\nSpring Testing Window: April 25 – May 23\, 2026 \nLEARN MORE>>
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gtp-certification-program-spring-exam-registration-closes/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
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SUMMARY:The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management (Americas)
DESCRIPTION:Course dates: April 7 – April 28 (Tuesdays) \nOur Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course equips you with the knowledge you need to confidently own business travel management function at your organization\, develop and implement an efficient business travel policy\, oversee business travel vendors and technology procurement\, and much more. The learning modules covered during the training include: \n– Overview of Travel Management\n– Travel Policy\n– Creating a Service Model\n– Strategic Sourcing/Vendor Management\n– Travel Technology Basics\n– Data and Analytics/Measuring Success\n– Travel Risk Management \nAfter the course you receive your GBTA Professional Development Certificate. GTP holders will earn 14 GTP® Recertification credits. \nRegistration closes on March 29. \nQuestions? Please reach out to learning@gbta.org.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-fundamentals-of-business-travel-management-americas/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260408T180000
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SUMMARY:The GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 | Hyderabad
DESCRIPTION:The GBTA APAC Business Travel Forums are a must-attend event for business travel professionals\, offering a full day of expert insights\, dynamic discussions\, and valuable networking followed by an evening gala dinner. \nTaking place in Hyderabad on April 8\, 2026\, and Pune on September 11\, 2026\, these forums bring together industry leaders to explore the most pressing challenges and opportunities in India business travel. \nDetails:\nWednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n12:00 Noon – 6:00 PM followed by an evening cocktail reception and gala dinner 6:00PM–9:00 PM.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-gbta-apac-business-travel-forum-2026-hyderabad/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel\, 15/1\, Nanakramguda Rd\, Financial District\, Hyderabad\, IN-TG 500032\, India
CATEGORIES:APAC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
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SUMMARY:The Intrapreneurial Mindset: The New Superpower in Corporate Travel
DESCRIPTION:Chapter/Committee/Partner Name: Utah Chapter \nDescription: The corporate travel ecosystem is shifting fast and thriving in this dynamic environment requires more than just process management. It takes intrapreneurs: individuals who think and act like entrepreneurs within their organizations to drive change\, innovate smartly\, and deliver value. \nIn this 60-minute interactive workshop\, Greeley Koch introduces The Intrapreneurial Mindset. A framework empowering both corporate travel managers and their supplier partners to challenge the status quo and lead from within. \nThe session begins with a fast-paced introduction to the concept: \n· What it means to be an intrapreneur in today’s travel landscape \n· Why both buyers and suppliers need this mindset now more than ever \n· How intrapreneurs build stronger\, more strategic partnerships \nThen\, the room turns into a conversation: Participants are invited to share how they’ve embraced intrapreneurial thinking\, taken calculated risks\, and navigated change in their programs or offerings. Suppliers are engaged to talk about how they have supported travel managers who are intrapreneurial. Greeley facilitates the dialogue\, highlighting patterns\, success traits\, and transferable lessons. \nThis is not a lecture\, it’s an energizing exchange of real-world ideas and experiences designed to inspire action\, collaboration\, and forward momentum. \nEvent Speaker: Greeley Koch – Global Consulting Leader in Travel & Hospitality | Business Strategist Driving Revenue Growth & Customer Satisfaction | NYU Adjunct Professor \nLocation of Event:\nHilton Garden Inn – Lehi\n3150 N Hotel Loop\nLehi\, UT 84043 \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/the-intrapreneurial-mindset-the-new-superpower-in-corporate-travel/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn – Lehi\, 3150 N Hotel Loop\, Lehi\, UT\, 84043\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T131500
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SUMMARY:Business Travel & the 2026 Political Landscape: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an upcoming virtual event featuring Shane Downey\, Vice President of Government Relations at Global Business Travel Association. \nShane will provide insights into the evolving political landscape and what it means for business travel in 2026. With the year already off to a turbulent start\, this session will help break down the key issues impacting our industry\, how they affect you and your travelers\, and how you can support efforts to keep business travel moving forward. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged with the policies shaping our industry. \nMeet our speaker:\nShane Downey is Vice President of Government and Community Relations at The Global Business Travel Association\, the voice of the $1.357 trillion business travel industry. GBTA is the world’s premier business travel and meetings trade organization headquartered in the Washington\, D.C. area with operations on six continents. GBTA and the GBTA Foundation deliver world-class education\, events\, research\, advocacy\, and media to a growing global network of more than 28\,000 travel professionals and 125\,000 active contacts. \nPrior to joining GBTA\, Shane was a Senior Associate at a lobbying firm in Washington\, D.C.\, and before that Shane worked on Capitol Hill and several Congressional Campaigns. Shane received his B.A in History from The Ohio State University. Shane also served in the United States Marine Corp and is a Desert Storm veteran. \nWe are excited to invite both GBTA Arizona members and non-members to join us for this impactful update. \nRegister now and secure your spot! \nLocation: Virtual Meeting – Note: the call-in link will be sent to registrants on April 14th. \nVirtual Meeting – Member Tickets: $15.00 \nVirtual Meeting – Non- Member / Guest Tickets: $25.00
URL:https://gbta.org/event/business-travel-the-2026-political-landscape-what-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:*Buyers Only* Benchmarking Session: In Person
DESCRIPTION:Buyers: Please join us in person for a half day benchmarking session. These sessions are “Vegas Style” where anything said in the room\, stays in the room. Use industry experts to discuss important topics such as economic landscape\, current struggles\, policy considerations\, risk management\, new projects\, improvements/enhancements etc. \n12:00pm – 1:00pm: Catered Lunch\n1:00pm – 5:00pm: Buyers Benchmarking
URL:https://gbta.org/event/buyers-only-benchmarking-session-in-person/
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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SUMMARY:GBTA Italia Breakfast | Bologna
DESCRIPTION:Le Breakfast di GBTA Italia sono un’occasione di incontro\, aggiornamento e confronto\, dalle 8.30 alle 10.00. \nEVENTO PER SOLI TRAVEL MANAGER \nLocation:\nSAVHOTEL FIERA è facilmente raggiungibile in treno e in aereo\, nonché comodissimo per chi arriva in auto dall’autostrada e dalla tangenziale. La Stazione Centrale di Bologna dista 1\,3 km \n DIVENTA MEMBRO GBTA
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-italia-breakfast-bologna/
LOCATION:SAVHOTEL FIERA\, Via Ferruccio Parri\, 9\, 40128\, Bologna BO\,\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Italy
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T123000
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SUMMARY:GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:The GBTA APAC Business Travel Forums returns in 2026 with four regionally focused events across Brisbane\, Perth\, Melbourne and Auckland\, running from March to April.    \nAbout the GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 | Melbourne  \nThe GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 in Melbourne will examine data-driven travel programs\, ESG accountability and complex travel ecosystems\, aligned with the city’s concentration of large corporates\, professional services firms and multinational headquarters. Discussions will focus on using analytics\, AI and supplier partnerships to optimise spend\, compliance and sustainability outcomes.  \nKey sessions:  \n\nSustainability & Carbon-Aware Travel Policy \nDuty of Care in a Complex World 
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-apac-business-travel-forum-2026-melbourne/
LOCATION:Sofitel Melbourne on Collins\, 25 Collins Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:APAC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
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SUMMARY:GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forum | Bogotá
DESCRIPTION:Los GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forums son una serie de eventos de medio día de duración dirigido exclusivamente a Travel Managers del sector de viajes corporativos. Al asistir a este evento podrás: \n\nActualizar tus conocimientos sobre la mejora de tus programas de viajes corporativos.\nAmpliar tu red de contactos y asegurar un buen momento de networking con colegas locales.\nAprender los diferentes aspectos sobre la contratación de servicios de viaje en las áreas de aerolíneas\, hoteles\, empresas de alquiler de coches\, empresas de gestión de viajes\, informes de gastos y gestión de riesgos.\nInteractuar con los selectos proveedores que patrocinan el evento.\nInvertir tiempo en tu desarrollo personal y profesional.\n\nLa participación en los GBTA LATAM Business Travel Forums es bajo invitación. \nSi trabajas en la gestión de viajes dentro de una empresa y tienes interés en participar\, puedes registrarte aquí o escribirnos a latamevents@gbta.org. \nTu registro o mensaje de interés no asegura tu lugar en el evento.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/29107/
LOCATION:Salvio Parque 93 Bogota\, Curio Collection by Hilton\, Cra. 12 #93 – 75\, Bogotá\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:LATAM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T113000
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SUMMARY:Bridging Travel\, Mobility and Government Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:In-Person at Roost White House DC\n1425 New York Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC 20005\nIn today’s environment\, global business travel and workforce mobility are influenced by evolving regulations\, border processes\, and international coordination. Understanding how these systems work\, and how public and private sectors can collaborate effectively has never been more important. \nJoin the GBTA Greater DC Metro Chapter for an educational\, solutions-focused Legislative Breakfast bringing together leaders from industry for a constructive dialogue. \nConfirmed Contributors Include: \nShane Downey\, SVP Government & Community Relations\, GBTA \nCornerstone Government Affairs\, public policy advisors supporting GBTA \nMike Jackson\, Government Relations Leader\, WERC \nNan Park (Moderator)\, Senior Vice President of Newland Chase/CIBT \nWhat This Session Is — and Isn’t\nThis is not a partisan forum.\nIt is an educational discussion designed to: \nProvide clarity on current regulatory and border developments affecting business travel and mobility \nShare how GBTA\, WERC and other industry associations engage constructively with policymakers \nExplore how public and private stakeholders can improve transparency\, efficiency\, and traveler experience \nEncourage cross-functional dialogue between travel\, mobility\, immigration\, and government professionals \nAs a timely example\, we will briefly touch on upcoming large-scale international events including the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one illustration of how global attention and elevated cross-border movement can test systems and require proactive planning. The broader focus\, however\, remains on long-term readiness and collaboration across our industry. \nWhy Attend\nFor corporate travel managers and global mobility leaders\, this session offers practical insight into how regulatory environments evolve and how industry feedback is communicated. \nFor government and embassy professionals\, it provides direct exposure to operational realities companies face when deploying global workforces. \nFor suppliers and TMC partners\, it offers a strategic view of advocacy priorities and collaborative opportunities. \nAs the chapter based in Washington\, DC\, we are uniquely positioned to create thoughtful\, respectful conversations that strengthen understanding across sectors. \nJoin peers from government\, industry\, and multinational organizations for a morning of insight\, dialogue\, and connection. \nSeats are limited to encourage meaningful interaction. We look forward to welcoming you.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/bridging-travel-mobility-and-government-perspectives/
LOCATION:Roost White House DC\, 1425 New York Avenue NW\, Washington DC\, 20005\, United States
CATEGORIES:North America,US Chapter Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428
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SUMMARY:GBTA Canada Conference 2026 - Toronto
DESCRIPTION:[Learn More]  \nJoin us in Toronto for the GBTA Canada Conference\, taking place April 27–29 at our new venue\, The Westin Harbour Castle. This three-day event brings together the business travel community to network\, learn from industry experts\, and engage in peer-to-peer education.\nCurated by regional thought leaders\, the conference will focus on the key issues and opportunities shaping the business travel industry today. Experience an agenda designed to foster learning\, community and collaboration\, empowering professionals to drive meaningful change across the sector.\nConnect with peers\, expand your network\, and be inspired by innovative content that will deepen your understanding of industry challenges and accelerate your career growth. \nStart Date: Monday\, April 27\,2026\nEnd Date: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026\nVenue: The Westin Harbour Castle\, Toronto | 1 Harbour Square\, Toronto\, ON M5J 1A6\, Canada.\nSponsorship and exhibit opportunities are now available. \n 
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-canada-conference-2026-toronto/
LOCATION:The Westin Harbour Castle\, 1 Harbour Square\, Toronto\, ON\, M5J 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada,Conference/Convention
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520
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SUMMARY:The Fundamentals of Business Travel Management (Europe)
DESCRIPTION:Course date: April 28 – May 19 (Tuesdays)\nOur Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course equips you with the knowledge you need to confidently own business travel management function at your organization\, develop and implement an efficient business travel policy\, oversee business travel vendors and technology procurement\, and much more. The learning modules covered during the training include: \n– Overview of Travel Management\n– Travel Policy\n– Creating a Service Model\n– Strategic Sourcing/Vendor Management\n– Travel Technology Basics\n– Data and Analytics/Measuring Success\n– Travel Risk Management \nAfter the course you receive your GBTA Professional Development Certificate. GTP holders will earn 14 GTP® Recertification credits. \nRegistration closes on April 19. \nQuestions? Please reach out to learning@gbta.org.
URL:https://gbta.org/event/the-fundamentals-of-business-travel-management-europe/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Learning,Online Courses & Webinars,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T123000
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SUMMARY:GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 | Auckland
DESCRIPTION:The GBTA APAC Business Travel Forums returns in 2026 with four regionally focused events across Brisbane\, Perth\, Melbourne and Auckland\, running from March to April.    \nAbout the GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 | Auckland  \nThe GBTA APAC Business Travel Forum 2026 in Auckland will explore trans-Tasman and Asia-Pacific connectivity\, integrated travel and meetings strategy\, and technology adoption\, recognising New Zealand’s gateway role and growing convergence between corporate travel and business events. Content has been shaped to reflect the needs of both multinational and mid-market organisations.  \nKey sessions:  \n\nTechnology Adoption & Supplier Innovation  \nIntegration of Travel + Meetings & Events 
URL:https://gbta.org/event/gbta-apac-business-travel-forum-2026-auckland/
LOCATION:Sofitel Auckland\, 21 Viaduct Harbour Avenue\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:APAC
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