From Movement to Management: Navigating Real World
Crew & Project Travel Challenges

Guiding project and crew travel programs through change, scale, and evolving demands

The Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit 2026 brings together buyers and suppliers managing complex, high-movement travel programs across sectors such as energy, sports, emergency management, and construction.

Kicking off with an evening networking reception, the summit continues with a focused, one-day interactive program designed to deliver practical insights and real-world strategies for project-, crew-, and team-based travel. Attendees will explore key topics including duty of care, risk management, operational challenges, and supplier partnerships, alongside a dedicated supplier showcase.

Informed by industry experts, this event is the go-to forum for professionals navigating the unique demands of workforce mobility and specialized travel programs.

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Local:
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
5701 Main St, Houston, TX 77005

Quem deve comparecer?

Compradores que gerenciam viagens nos seguintes setores:

Sports – Professional, collegiate, and amateur teams
Media & Entertainment – Concert, movie, and dance troupe crews
Non-Profit – Foundations, missionary, purpose-driven travel, and religious groups
Emergency Management –Organizations in disaster relief and emergency service
Energy, Resource and Marine (ERM) – Corporations with travel to offshore locations
Construction & Utilities – Including building, electric, gas, etc.
Airline – Flight crews
Projeto e Consultoria – Empresas com trabalho baseado em projetos por longos períodos

Fornecedores de viagens nas seguintes áreas:

Air Travel
Lodging/Meeting Space/Food and Beverage
Ground Transportation
Mobility Services
Risk Management/Security
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“It is the only event where fellow buyers serving similar travel program needs, and the supplier representatives that serve our niche are together in one place.”

Ed Phillips, GTP, GLP 
University Travel Manager 
Michigan State University 

“Beyond the networking, the summit brings together industry experts from all sectors to work through and discuss real challenges that face this kind of the travel.”

John Vawter 
Sr. Vice President, ERM
BCD Travel 
Supplier 

“This event brings together industry professionals facing similar challenges in the non-traditional travel and workforce mobility space. It’s a unique blend of expert-led content, collaborative discussions, and real-world solutions.”

Shalonda “Sho” Tynes 
Sonesta International Hotels 
Global Sales Director, Long Term Stay 
Supplier 

Preços de inscrição

Preço de registro	Membro Comprador	Comprador não membro	Membro Fornecedor	Fornecedor não membro
Early Bird	$0	$395, inclui 1 ano de associação	$648	$782
No local	$0	$705, includes1 Year of Membership	$957	$1091

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Agenda

Monday November 9^º, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Recepção de boas vindas

Localização:
Room with a View and Grapevine-11^º Chão

Tuesday November 10^º, 2026
8:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Sessão Geral

Mais informações em breve

Localização
Phantom Ballroom-Lobby Level

Situated in the heart of the vibrant Museum District, world-renowned Texas Medical Center and thriving downtown central business district, Hotel ZaZa Houston is an unexpected feast for the senses. Perfect for business and leisure travelers seeking a hotel near NRG Stadium, this unique choice in Houston boutique hotels boasts a collection of exquisite guestrooms and suites, including Pool Villas, Concept Suites and The Magnificent Seven Suites, award-wining dining at Monarch Bistro and a relaxing day spa onsite.

Hotel Details:

Hotel Zaza-Houston Museum District

5701 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005

(713) 526-1991, (888) 880-3244

Hotel room, tax, incidentals, airfare, transportation, and other expenses are the responsibility of the attendee. Guest rooms must be guaranteed with a credit card at the time of reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM

A room block at the hotel has been set aside for $199 per night. Be sure to book early as rooms do sell out for this event. The cut off date for rooms is October 16th, 2026. To book your guestroom, Clique aqui. Rooms can also be booked by calling (713) 526-1991 or (888) 880-3244

Estacionamento:
Daily Event Valet- $15 car/ day, Overnight Valet – $59 car/ night. The property does not offer self parking.

Política de cancelamento de quartos
All reservations for overnight accommodation must be cancelled by 4:00 PM CST the day prior to the scheduled arrival date to avoid a penalty fee equivalent to the first night room and tax as reserved. A reservation confirmed at any point after 4:00 PM the day prior to arrival is non-cancelable. In the event that a reservation goes unused, the reservation will be deemed as a “No-Show” and a penalty fee equivalent to the first night’s room and tax will apply. During special events or on particular dates, different cancellation terms may apply.

GBTA Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit 2026 Sponsorship Prospectus

Showcase your brand, generate leads, and connect with business travel professionals managing complex and non-traditional travel programs at this summit. The GBTA Workforce Mobility & Travel Summit 2026 brings together specialized buyers and suppliers across sectors including sports, entertainment, emergency management, energy, project management, and consultancy to discuss travel logistics, risk management, mobility challenges, and technology solutions.

Engage this targeted audience and position your organization as a trusted partner by sponsoring the summit. Contact nossa equipe de patrocínio com qualquer pergunta.

Oportunidades de patrocínio

$12.500 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Three (3) minute speaking opportunity at General Session (may be used for video commercial (60-second max), speech and/or presentation).
Reconhecimento do logotipo na sinalização do coquetel de recepção patrocinado, fornecido pela GBTA.
O patrocinador pode fornecer um (1) banner pop-up para ser exibido durante o coquetel de recepção.
One (1) exhibit tabletop.
Sponsor may provide one (1) pop-up banner to be displayed behind exhibit tabletop.
Logo recognition in “Know Before You Go” email to attendees promoting the Cocktail Reception.
Opportunity to conduct a prize draw at your exhibit tabletop. Sponsor must provide prize in order to participate. Official rules to be announced.

$12.500 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Um (1) vídeo comercial de 60 segundos a ser exibido durante a Sessão Geral e uma (1) menção verbal.
One (1) exhibit tabletop.
Sponsor may provide one (1) pop-up banner to be displayed behind exhibit tabletop.
Reconhecimento de logotipo na sinalização de reconhecimento do patrocinador da assinatura, fornecido pela GBTA.
Um (1) posicionamento de anúncio de conteúdo patrocinado do Daily News Brief (DNB).
Opportunity for sponsor to bring brochure or sustainable giveaway. Sponsor is responsible for distribution and/or set up.
Opportunity to conduct a prize draw at your exhibit tabletop. Sponsor must provide prize in order to participate. Official rules to be announced.

$10.000 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Um (1) anúncio em banner do Daily News Brief (DNB) em uma (1) edição.
Logo recognition on signage at sponsored breakfast, provided by GBTA.
Sponsor may provide one (1) pop-up banner to be displayed in the breakfast area.
Logo recognition in “Know Before You Go” email to attendees promoting the Breakfast Sponsorship.

$7.500 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Logo recognition on each of the artist boards used for 2026 (minimum of 2), to be shared through Social Media and the GBTA Hub for member access post event.
O patrocinador pode fornecer um (1) banner pop-up para ser exibido durante a Sessão Geral.
Opportunity for sponsor to bring brochure or sustainable giveaway. Sponsor is responsible for distribution and/or set up.

$5.000 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
One (1) exhibit tabletop.
Sponsor may provide one (1) pop-up banner to be displayed behind exhibit tabletop.
Opportunity to conduct a prize draw at your exhibit tabletop. Sponsor must provide prize in order to participate. Official rules to be announced.

$5,000 USD – Morning Coffee Break
$5,000 USD – Afternoon Coffee Break

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Reconhecimento de logotipo na sinalização do coffee break patrocinado, fornecido pela GBTA.
O patrocinador pode fornecer um (1) banner pop-up para ser exibido na área do café.

$5.000 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Sponsor is responsible for production and shipping costs of the double-clip lanyards. Required quantity: 250

$5.000 USD

Two (2) complimentary supplier registrations to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Reconhecimento de logotipo em sinalização em estações de hidratação patrocinadas promovendo o uso de garrafas de água, fornecidas pela GBTA.
Sponsor is responsible for producing and shipping water bottles. Minimum quantity: 50

$5.000 USD

One (1) complimentary supplier registration to be redeemed by October 19, 2026.
Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials, and sponsor recognition slides.*
All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times.**
Reconhecimento do logotipo na sinalização do estande fotográfico patrocinado durante a recepção de boas-vindas, fornecido pela GBTA.
Menção verbal e reconhecimento do logotipo no Palco Principal em referência à cabine fotográfica.

*If sponsor purchases multiple sponsorship opportunities at various tiers, sponsor will be recognized at the highest sponsor level tier purchased.
**Distribution of All-attendee registration list will be provided two (2) times:

2 weeks prior – October 26 (Name, title, company)
1 week post – November 16 (Name, title, company)

Subject to GBTA Private Policy and GBTA Terms & Conditions.

Contate-nos

Pronto para se tornar um patrocinador ou precisa de aconselhamento especializado sobre qual oportunidade é mais adequada para sua organização? Preencha o formulário abaixo e um membro da nossa equipe de patrocínio entrará em contato com você em breve.

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