GBTA WINiT Summit 2026

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Rise & Renew with WINiT

The GBTA WINiT Summit is a high‑impact, two‑day leadership event hosted by the GBTA Foundation. It’s designed to advance and celebrate women and gender equity in the business travel industry – bringing together professionals, leaders, and allies for two days of learning, inspiration, and community building.

This year’s theme is “Rise & Renew with WINiT 2026.” Rooted in WINiT’s pillars of mentorship, professional development, and community, the Summit is designed to help attendees recharge their energy, reconnect with purpose, and step confidently into what’s next.

What Awaits You

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Influential Voices & Leadership Development

Hear from industry leaders and sharpen your skills through dynamic sessions designed to elevate your confidence and your career.

Breaking Barriers Together

Engage in conversations on advancing gender parity, inclusive leadership, and creating lasting change in business travel.

Networking & Supportive Community

Create lasting relationships across the industry through authentic networking experiences designed to go beyond business cards. 

Celebration of the WINiT Top 50

Join us as we recognize the 2026 WINiT Top 50 honorees and the inaugural Ally Award recipients.

Who‘s Attending

The WINiT Summit brings together a powerful, diverse community united by a shared commitment to advancing women in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, you’ll find your people here.

You belong here if you’re a:

Corporate Buyer or Travel Manager – Looking to invest in your own leadership growth while connecting with peers driving policy and innovation.
Supplier or TMC Leader – Seeking to build partnerships, elevate your visibility, and champion women across the travel ecosystem.
Emerging Professional – Ready to accelerate your career with mentorship, skill-building, and a network that opens doors.
Ally & Advocate – Committed to showing up, speaking up, and helping build a more equitable industry for everyone.
Sponsor or Partner – Wanting to align your brand with the industry’s flagship event for women’s leadership and talent development.

Plan Ahead

The atmosphere for Rise & Renew with WINiT 2026 is intentionally relaxed, comfortable, and retreat-inspired. We encourage attendees to dress in elevated casual or athleisure attire that allows you to move comfortably throughout the day – especially for the morning Rise Walk and wellness-inspired experiences. Most importantly, wear what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and fully present for the days of connection, learning, and renewal.

Rise & Renew with WINiT 2026

From a mindful morning walk to energizing conversations, dynamic sessions, and meaningful networking, WINiT Summit agenda is intentionally curated to help you refocus your energy, strengthen your voice, and expand your impact. You’ll hear from influential leaders, gain practical insights, and build authentic connections that support your path forward.

Join us as we rise together – and leave renewed, inspired, and ready to lead what’s next.

Details Coming Soon

Recepção de boas vindas

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7:30am – 10:00am

Arrival, Registration & Nourish Bar

Registration opens at 7:30 AM
Coffee, tea, fresh juices, smoothies, and healthy bites available throughout the morning

8:00am – 9:00am

Rise Walk & Morning reset

Made Possible by American Airlines

Chapter 1 – RECHARGE

How are you showing up?
The first part of the day focuses inward.

10:00am – 10:03am

Opening | Host Welcome

Made Possible by American Airlines

10:03am – 10:20am

Rise & Renew: Setting the Tone

A welcome to the WINiT community and an introduction to the day’s theme: Recharge, Reconnect, Reimagine.
This session will frame the Summit experience, recognize WINiT’s global growth, and set the tone for a day centered on leadership, energy, and possibility.

Caixas de som:
Anne Feeney, AVP of Global Sales, Enterprise Holdings
Bev Heinritz, Sr. Director, Foundation Programs, GBTA Foundation

10:20am – 10:50am

Keynote | Recharging Leadership: Showing Up Fully in a Demanding World

Made Possible by American Airlines

Inspirational keynote to ground the day in purpose, resilience, and intentional leadership.

10:50am – 11:05am

Stretch & Hydration Break

Stretch Leader:
Natasha Franklin, Human Resources Director, GBTA

11:05am – 11:50am

Energy at Work –The Hidden Source of Leadership, Culture, and Performance

Palestrante:
Carrie Fabris, Founder & Chief Framer, Career Frame

Chapter 2 – RECONNECT

Who is in your circle – and how are you showing up for theirs?
The early afternoon shifts from personal energy to collective strength.

12:00pm – 12:45pm

Lunch & Networking

1:00pm – 1:45pm

Keynote | Say, ‘She’s Right

Made Possible by Capital One

A call to move beyond judgment and competition and intentionally create more encouragement, opportunity, and support for one another.

Palestrante
Anna Blue, Founder & CEO, Blue Moss Group

1:45pm – 2:30pm

Interactive Session | Leading Through Transformation: Power Network Mapping

Interactive network-mapping exercise where participants examine who is in their circle, where gaps exist, who challenges and advocates for them, and how they can intentionally strengthen the circles of others.

Palestrante
Hansini Sharma, Managing Director, Industry Standards and Best Practices, ARC

2:30pm – 2:40pm

Stretch & Hydration Break

Stretch Leader:
Natasha Franklin, Human Resources Director, GBTA

2:40pm – 3:20pm

Interactive Session | Building Your Circle: Networks, Mentors & Allies

Small-group activity exploring how mentors, sponsors, peers, and allies help us build stronger, more intentional networks — and how we can activate and reciprocate those relationships.

Palestrante
Sandy Albrecht, Head of Industry Partnerships, Cvent

Chapter 3 – REIMAGINE

What becomes possible when we rise together
The final movement turns participants toward the future.

3:20pm – 3:35pm

Educational session

This special segment will spotlight new work focused on women’s safety in business travel and the partnerships helping turn insight into action.

3:35pm – 4:00pm

Closing session | Renew & Rise Forward

A closing reflection to bring the day together — from recharging personal energy, to reconnecting with community, to reimagining what comes next. Bev and Anne will share key takeaways, invite participants to reflect on what they will carry forward, and celebrate the strength and momentum of the WINiT community.

Caixas de som:
Anne Feeney, AVP of Global Sales, Enterprise Holdings
Bev Heinritz, Sr. Director, Foundation Programs, GBTA Foundation

4:00pm – 5:00pm

WINiT Top 50 Leaders Reception

Made Possible by American Airlines

After a day focused on what it means to rise, we close by celebrating the women and allies across our community who bring that idea to life.

* – All sessions and timings are subject to change.

Taxas de inscrição:

GBTA WINiT Summit 2026 Registration Rates:

	Early rate through August 31	Regular rate September 1 through October 26
Membro GBTA	$295	$375
Non-Member	$375	$475

If you are not a current or past season WINiT Participant but are interested in attending Summit, please reach out to WINiT@gbta.org

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Local

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American Airlines Conference Center
1 Skyview Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76155

Hotel

Marriott DFW Airport South 
4151 Centreport Drive 
Fort Worth, TX 76155 

Bloco de salas:

The 2026 WINiT Summit has a room block at the Marriott DFW Airport South 

Book Your Room

Room rate: $195.00 per night (plus applicable state & local taxes)
Room type selection available upon reservation request.   
Current city/state are 19.655% City/State Taxes, (Subject to change.)
A tarifa de grupo está disponível até que o bloco de quartos esteja esgotado, portanto reserve com antecedência para obter melhor disponibilidade.
Cut off for reservations is Monday, October 5^º (or until the block sells out!) 
Hotel room, taxes, incidentals, airfare, and other expenses are the attendee’s responsibility.  
Check-in: 4:00 PM   
Check-out: 11h00

GBTA WINiT Summit 2026 Sponsorship Prospectus

Don’t miss the opportunity to align your brand with one of the most inspiring leadership events in the business travel industry. This event brings together professionals, leaders, and allies for a powerful day of connection, learning, and personal growth rooted in WINiT’s pillars of mentorship, professional development, and community.

Position your organization at the center of meaningful conversations that empower women, foster authentic connections, and shape the future of business travel leadership. Engage with this influential community through sponsorship opportunities designed to elevate your visibility and impact. Entre em contato com nossa equipe de patrocínio com qualquer pergunta.

Patrocínios Premium

	Patrocinador Platina	Patrocinador Ouro	Patrocinador Prata
Preços:	$25.000 USD	$15.000 dólares americanos	$10.000 USD
Complimentary registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 13.	16	8	6
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*	✓	✓	✓
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**	✓	✓	✓
One (1) LinkedIn Post on WINiT LinkedIn page (WINiT relevant).			✓
VIP table at all Main Stage sessions (8 people per table).	Dois (2)	Um 1)
Um (1) posicionamento de anúncio de conteúdo patrocinado do Daily News Brief (DNB) (relevante para WINiT).	✓	✓

Oportunidades de patrocínio

Morning Keynote Sponsor: $7,500
Afternoon Keynote Sponsor: $7,500

Four (4) complimentary registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 13.
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
Two (2) minute speaking opportunity to introduce Keynote Speaker (speech only, no video or presentation).
One (1) VIP table at all Main Stage sessions (8 people per table).
Logo recognition in one (1) email announcing Main Stage programming.

$18,000

Ten (10) complimentary registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 13.
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
Three (3) minute speaking opportunity to kick-off lunch on Main Stage (speech only, no video or presentation).
Logo recognition on signage at sponsored lunch, provided by GBTA.
Sponsor may provide two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during lunch.
One (1) VIP table at all Main Stage sessions (8 people per table).
One (1) Daily News Brief (DNB) Banner Ad in 5 issues (WINiT relevant).
Oportunidade de colocar um brinde sustentável em cada cadeira do salão de baile. Quantidade recomendada a ser fornecida pela GBTA.

$5,500

One (1) complimentary registration to be redeemed by Thursday, October 13.
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
One (1) 30-second commercial to play on WINiT Summit screen before Networking Break.
Logo recognition on signage at sponsored Networking Break, provided by GBTA.
Sponsor may provide two (2) pop-up banner to be displayed at Networking Break.

$7,000

Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
Two (2) minute speaking opportunity to welcome participants at the start of the walk (speech only, no videos or presentation).
Two (2) minute speaking opportunity on Main Stage at the beginning of Summit (speech only, no videos or presentation).
Logo recognition in on-site signage around as session sponsor.
Opportunity to provide sustainable giveaways during sponsored session. Anticipated attendance to be provided by GBTA.
Opportunity to enhance sponsored session with sponsor-owned activation, subject to GBTA approval.

$5,000

One (1) complimentary registration to be redeemed by Thursday, October 13.
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
Custom signage on water bottle tables promoting use of water bottles during the Summit.
Sponsor is responsible for producing and shipping sustainably sourced and branded water bottles. Approximate quantity: 225.

$6,500

One (1) complimentary registration to be redeemed by Thursday, October 3.
Logo recognition on GBTA event website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides.*
Lista de inscrição de todos os participantes distribuída duas (2) vezes.**
Three (3) minute speaking opportunity and lead a toast (speech only, no videos or presentation).
Logo recognition in on-site signage around the center recognizing sponsor as Top 50 Reception Sponsor.

$7,500

Sponsor a Welcome Reception for WINiT participants attending GBTA WINiT Summit. GBTA events team to organize space and F&B for reception.
Three (3) minute speaking opportunity at the beginning of the Rection including a toast (speech only, no videos or presentation).
Logo recognition in on-site signage around the welcome reception.
Sponsor may provide up to two (2) pop-up banners to be displayed during Reception.
Opportunity to enhance sponsored session with sponsor-owned activation, subject to GBTA approval.

*Se o patrocinador comprar várias oportunidades de patrocínio em vários níveis, o patrocinador será reconhecido no nível de patrocínio mais alto adquirido.
**A distribuição da lista de inscrição de todos os participantes será feita duas (2) vezes:
2 weeks prior – October 13 (name, title, company)
1 week post – November 3 (name, title, company)

Subject to GBTA Private Policy and GBTA Terms & Conditions

Contate-nos

Interested in sponsoring the GBTA WINiT Summit 2026 or have questions about certain opportunities? Please fill out the form below and a member of the sponsorship team will reach out shortly.