The Summit That Shapes the Future of Business Travel
The GBTA Ladders Summit is where the brightest rising stars and the industry’s most influential leaders come together to shape what’s next. This is the annual gathering for ambitious business travel professionals ready to elevate their leadership, expand their influence, and collaborate with the innovators redefining the industry.
For two immersive days, the Ladders community – emerging talent, seasoned mentors, program alumni, and top executives – unites for an experience built to ignite growth, spark ideas, and accelerate careers.
What Awaits You
Exclusive Keynotes
Hear directly from visionary leaders and influential thinkers shaping the future of business travel.
Expert Driven Learning
Absorb powerful insights designed to strengthen your leadership, sharpen your skills, and fuel your professional evolution.
Dynamic Collaboration
Connect and problemsolve with standout professionals in an energizing, supportive environment.
Breakthrough Presentations
See Ladders top four teams unveil bold, forwardthinking concepts that push the industry forward.
HighImpact Networking
Build meaningful relationships with peers, mentors, and industry trailblazers who can open doors and expand your world.
Who’s Attending?
- Season 12 GBTA Ladders participants, mentors, alumni, and board members
- GBTA alumni and organizational representatives
- Distinguished industry leaders and featured guest speakers
Save the Date
May 19–21, 2025 Charlotte, NC
This invitation‑only Summit is your chance to be part of a transformative experience that will influence the next era of business travel.
**Note**: This event is by invitation only.
Registration Coming Soon!
Exclusive Invitation-Only Event
GBTA Ladders is the exclusive, invitation-only event.
Registration for the GBTA Ladders Summit is complimentary* for all current Ladders participants.
*Please note: To attend the Ladders Summit, you must be a GBTA member in good standing. If your membership needs renewal, click here.
Interested in attending but not a current or past Ladders participant? Contact us at ladders@gbta.org for more information.
Location
The GBTA Ladders Summit 2026 will be held at the
Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection
Located in the heart of downtown Charlotte, Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection is surrounded by vibrant nightlife and an inspiring art scene. Our hotel is close to Truist Field, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
The official Ladders Summit room block is Monday, May 18, 2026 - Thursday, May 21, 2026
Room rate: $289.00 USD per night (plus taxes)
Last Day to Book: Monday, May 4, 2026
Help Us Keep the Ladders Summit Free
Registration for the GBTA Ladders Summit is complimentary, made possible through the generous support of our Ladders Annual Sponsors. Your registration includes full access to all Summit programming, networking events, and hosted meals throughout the experience. To help us continue offering the Ladders Summit at no cost to participants, we kindly encourage attendees to book their stay at the official Summit host hotel.
Our host hotel provides important discounts and benefits to GBTA Ladders participants, which directly support our ability to deliver this program at no charge. The only costs for attendees are transportation and hotel accommodations.
Thank you for supporting the Ladders community and helping us invest in the development of future leaders in business travel.
GBTA Ladders Summit 2026 Sponsorship Prospectus
Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your brand, generate leads and network with business travel professionals from across the country at the GBTA Ladders Summit. This exclusive gathering brings together current leaders and rising stars to learn, network and shape the industry’s future.
Engage this select group of business travel professionals and join GBTA as a sponsor of the Ladders Summit 2026. Contact our sponsorship team with any questions.
Premium Sponsorships
| Deliverable | Platinum $8,500 USD | Gold $5,500 USD | Silver $3,500 USD |
| Complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026. | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.* | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).** | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Three (3) minute speaking opportunity during general session. Stage introduction video (60-second max) is required. Video must be relevant to Ladders mission. Total stage time includes video, speech and/or presentation. | ✓ | ||
| Two (2) minute speaking opportunity on Main Stage. May be used for video commercial (30-second max), speech and/or presentation. | ✓ | ||
| One (1) 60-second video relevant to Ladders mission to be shown during Main Stage education session at GBTA Ladders Summit. | ✓ |
*If sponsor purchases multiple sponsorship opportunities at various tiers, sponsor will be recognized at the highest tier purchased sponsor level.
**Subject to GBTA Private Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Additional Opportunities
$6,000 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Company name recognition in agenda.
- Ladders Give Back event provides opportunity for Ladders participants to volunteer their time and give back to their Summit community and selected local charity. Sponsorship covers the cost of supplies for event activity.
$8,500 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Five (5) minute introduction on Main Stage (may be used for video commercial (90-second max), speech and/or presentation).
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Company name recognition in agenda.
- Sponsor may provide two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during sponsored general session.
$7,500 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Verbal mention and logo recognition at general session in reference to Headshot Studio.
- Logo recognition on one (1) sign within the Headshot Studio booth, provided by GBTA (logo will not be in headshot background).
- Logo recognition on email delivery of the headshots to attendees.
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Company name recognition in agenda.
- Sponsor may provide up to two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed at Headshot Studio.
$15,000 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Five (5) minute speaking opportunity during Main Stage lunch (may be used for video commercial (30-second max), speech and/or presentation).
- One (1) Daily News Brief (DNB) Takeover.
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Company name recognition in agenda.
- Sponsor may provide up to two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during Main Stage Lunch.
- Opportunity to provide sustainable branded giveaways for seat drop during Lunch. Recommended quantity to be provided by GBTA.
$7,500 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Verbal mention and logo recognition on Main Stage in reference to Welcome Reception.
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Company name recognition in agenda.
- Sponsor may provide up to two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during Welcome Reception.
$2,500 USD
- One (1) complimentary Ladders Summit registration be redeemed by May 5, 2026.
- Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
- All-attendee registration list distributed 1-week prior and 1-week post: (name, title, company, email).**
- Logo recognition at GBTA Ladders Education Session presentation at GBTA Convention 2026.
- Sponsor may provide up to two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during Networking Break.
$2,500 USD
Host off-site dinner on final night of GBTA Ladders Summit with 10-12 GBTA Ladders members.
*If sponsor purchases multiple sponsorship opportunities at various tiers, sponsor will be recognized at the highest tier purchased sponsor level.
**Subject to GBTA Private Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Contact Us
Ready to sponsor GBTA Ladders or need expert advice on which opportunity is best for your organization? Fill out the form below and a member of our team will reach out shortly.
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