The WINiT Summit is an empowering event that brings together professionals of all levels to positively transform the careers and lives of women in travel-related industries.
Attend Summit to experience the full value of the WINiT program.
Attendees will benefit from:
- Content aimed to accelerate personal, professional, and industry development
- Boosted access and exposure to industry leaders
Participants include:
- GBTA WINiT participants – Mentors, Mentees, Alumni Advisors, Committee volunteers, and Advisory Board members
- GBTA WINiT alumni
- GBTA representatives
Agenda*
Location
The GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 will be held at the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
Located at: John F. Kennedy International Airport
Address: 1 Idlewild Dr, Queens, NY 11430
As of October 3, 2024: The cut-off date has passed, and the official room block is SOLD OUT.
A limited number of rooms may be available at the TWA Hotel at the prevailing rate. Book your room here.
Hotel room, tax, incidentals, airfare, and other expenses are the attendee’s responsibility.
Hotel room, tax, incidentals, airfare, and other expenses are the attendee’s responsibility.
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Room Cancellation Policy Room cancellations can be made at least 72 hours before arrival without penalty.
Registration Rates:
Early Bird Rate $299 through August 23, 2024
(Buyer/Supplier/Member/non-Member)
Standard –$349 August 23, 2024 through October 20, 2024
Buyer/Supplier – Member/non-Member
If you are not a current or past season WINiT Participant but are interested in attending Summit, please reach out to WINiT@gbta.org
Cancellation Policy:
- All cancellation requests must be made in writing to GBTA at eventsupport@gbta.org with a cc to WINiT@gbta.org
- Cancellations are accepted until Monday, September 30, 2024
- A $75 administrative fee will be charged for cancellations
- A $100 administrative fee will be charged for “no shows”
Substitution Policy:
- A GBTA attendee may transfer his/her registration to another eligible party if he/she is unable to attend.
- All substitution requests must be made in writing to GBTA at eventsupport@gbta.org and handled on the backend of the registration system.
- The substitute is responsible for all financial arrangements between the original registrant and the substitute.
GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus
Don’t miss this opportunity to increase your brand awareness, generate leads and network with more than 250 movers and shakers in the corporate travel industry. The attendees of this event are buyers and suppliers who are both veterans and those new to the travel industry.
Engage this group of business travel professionals and join GBTA as a sponsor. Contact our sponsorship team with any questions.
Premium Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum | Gold | Silver | Bronze | |
Pricing | $30,000 | $15,000 | $10,000 | $5,000 |
Complimentary Buyer registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 2. | 10 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Complimentary Supplier registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 2. | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 |
Introduction of Keynote speaker with 5-minutes speaking time. | ✓ | |||
Opportunity to place a sustainable giveaway at each chair setting in the ballroom. Recommended quantity to be provided by GBTA. | ✓ | |||
One (1) Daily News Brief (DNB) Sponsored Content ad placement (WINiT relevant). | ✓ | ✓ | ||
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times: (name, title, company) 2 weeks prior (October 10), 1 week post (October 30). | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
One (1) VIP table at all Main Stage sessions (people per table TBC). | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Other Sponsorship Opportunities
Contact Us
Interested in sponsoring the GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 or do you have questions about certain opportunities? Please fill out the form below and a member of the sponsorship team will reach out shortly.
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Venue & Hotel
TWA Hotel
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Address: 1 Idlewild Dr, Queens, NY 11430
Location of Event:
The Events Center is located in the Lower Level/First Floor of the Hotel.
Hotel Lobby/Check-in Desk is on Level Four of the Hotel.
Registration
Thursday, October 24th:
Registration opens at 8:30am in Landmark Hall, outside the Constellation Ballroom.
(Lower Level). Coffee will be served during registration hours.
Lunch & afternoon Networking Break will be served outside the Constellation Ballroom in the Landmark Hall corridor.
WINiT Summit Agenda
Full Agenda Link
Get ready for the Superpower Exchange networking session! Here’s some homework before you arrive at the Summit on October 24th…
Dress Code
Summit: Business Casual.
Please note the meeting room may be cool so a light jacket is recommended.
Average Temperature
The average temperature in Queens, New York in October is between 50°F and 70°F (10°C and 21°C).
Transportation
Transportation to and from the hotel will be the responsibility of the registrant.
If you’re flying into New York’s JFK Airport, the TWA Hotel is easily accessible via the Air Train.
JetBlue Passengers: TWA Hotel is located at Terminal 5.
In Terminal 5, take the escalator down to JetBlue’s baggage claim area. On the far right, you’ll see an elevator for the TWA Hotel. Take the elevator up to the hotel. Once out of the elevator, follow the red carpeted flight tube to the hotel lobby. Turn right immediately after exiting the flight tube and follow the ramp down and to the left to reach the check-in area.
All other airlines:
Follow the signs at your arrival terminal to catch the Air Train. To reach the TWA Hotel, exit the AirTrain at the Terminal 5 (JetBlue) stop and follow the signs to the escalator or elevator on the same level as the train platform. Take the escalator or elevator up to Level 3 (Terminal 5). Exit through the automatic sliding doors to the Yellow Parking Garage, walk across the crosswalk and take the elevator down to Level 1. Walk across the crosswalk, turn right and follow the fence-lined path until you reach the fountain. Walk across the crosswalk to the front entrance of the TWA Hotel. The check-in area is to the left when you walk in.
If you’re driving: The TWA Hotel at JFK Airport is located at One Idlewild Drive, New York, New York 11430-1962. Upon entering the airport, proceed toward Terminal 5 and follow the traffic signs to the hotel’s main entrance. Onsite parking is available in front of the building. If you’re taking a ride-sharing service, type TWA Hotel into the app.
Valet Parking is available, rates:
Event Day Parking (0-10 hours): $20 + tax
Overnight Parking: $65 + tax
**Mention that you are with WINiT Summit and/or Gala to receive special pricing**
Additional Transportation
Want to take the train into JFK Airport? Click here for more information
While at the hotel…
Room service is not available, but there are grab-and-go options at the Food Hall, where you can find the following vendors:
- TWA Corner Store: Open 24/7
- Fly-By Bagels: Open every day 5 AM to 12 PM
- Vinny’s Panini: Open 24/7
- Feltman’s of Coney Island: Open every day 11 AM to 10 PM
- Mister Softee: Open every day 8 AM to midnight
- Crêpes Your Way: Open every day 8 AM to midnight
Check Out Get Pica
After the event, get any photos taken by our on-site photographer of you delivered directly to your inbox with Get Pica!
1. Download getPica app through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or access through getpica.com
2. Create an account
3. Enter our event code – WINIT2024
4. Take a selfie so it can recognize your face – no one will see it
5. See photos of you captured during the event!