Not many could have predicted at the beginning of COVID-19 what would lie ahead. GBTA started its monthly COVID-19 poll in February 2020, just as the earliest hints of the pandemic were appearing. We didn’t have a crystal ball, but we did recognize the importance of keeping a pulse on the new development and potential…
European Initiatives are shaping the future of business travel. From international travel to an ambitious, wide ranging climate plan, the European Union and Commission are introducing policies that impact your job. Shane Downey of GBTA and Otto Ilveskero of Grayling Public Affairs discuss updates on travel restrictions and the EU Fit for 55 agenda. Details:…
The primary goal of assistance is to provide the traveler with the logistical services regardless of the circumstances. The specialized protocols of an assistance program will insure key corporate contacts are aware of and can provide guidance to any assistance case Assistance companies create a streamlined process at the front end – one number to…
As Director of Global Account Management & Agency Partnerships for World Travel, Inc., Christina Reichelt is responsible for the first level management of the company’s partner agencies around the world and third-party global affiliations, supporting the growth of clients’ global business needs. What do you love about being in business travel? Business travel is a…
We spend a lot of time these days talking about and advocating for the return of business travel. From boarding planes to get from Point A to B, to going back to hotel nights and ground transportation options. And we’re all considering the overall implications to the industry’s bottom-line. But there’s another critical aspect of…
Alexandria, VA – WINiT by GBTA announced today new appointments to its Strategic Advisory Board (SAB) as well as the debut of a new Glass Breakers initiative, all designed to advance WINiT’s continued growth, program development and volunteer impact. Working in partnership with the Global Business Travel Association, WINiT is a global network of women and…
Jeannette Ross managed travel for senior executives and partners at Kearney for 29 years before retiring at the end of 2020. She is currently using her vast industry experience and knowledge as an independent travel contractor assisting companies with their corporate travel programs. Why is WINiT important to you? It supports and encourages the amazing…
Stepping Through The Door I’m attending my first in-person conference since the pandemic began. Walking into a convention center this week surrounded by 1,000+ attendees felt familiar — but also different. People were connecting, learning and attending programs, while event organizers prioritized health and safety for all. For our GBTA Convention in November, we are doing the same. (You can read more here.) This week we are also celebrating recent strides in travel recovery as fully vaccinated travelers from the European Union and the United States will be allowed to travel to…
As Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales for United Airlines, Doreen is responsible for leading United’s global sales strategy. She works to enhance the airline’s existing sales programs while building new partnerships and driving overall revenue. Prior to joining United, Doreen served as the Vice President of Marriott’s Global Sales for the U.S. and Canada. Why…
Hello everyone, As we all know, the pace of change can be fast. Every week, every day and sometimes even every hour, the dynamics of companies, industries and the world can shift. And our industry is no exception. But change can also be inspiring and invigorating. Last week the evolution of GBTA continued as we…
As Managing Partner of DigiTravel Consulting, Susan leads the company in building next-generation consulting services for the business travel industry. Prior to DigiTravel Consulting, she served as Director of Global Procurement Services for Cisco Systems Inc. and Vice President of Corporate Markets for Experient. Why is WINiT vital to you? I joined WINiT because my…
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) has a decades-long tradition of working with both Republicans and Democrats in Washington, D.C. and around the country. At the heart of these efforts stands a profound respect for democracy, for freedom and for practical problem-solving before partisanship. The actions and rhetoric that led to rioters storming the U.S….
Alexandria, VA – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s largest business travel association and worldwide leader in education, research, networking and advocacy for the industry – today announced eight (8) newly elected members to its global Board of Directors. Results were shared today during GBTA’s Mid-Year Virtual Summit and Annual Business Meeting….
Hi everyone – Nothing is more important to our industry at the moment than resuming safe, risk-mitigated business travel – and as promised last week, I wanted to quickly update you on the virtual meeting we had with the EU Delegation to the United States last Friday. Shane Downey from GBTA, our US-based lobbying group…
Alexandria, VA – More companies are reporting a willingness and actual return to business travel, with domestic travel taking the lead. However, government restrictions on international travel continue to hinder the ability for companies to conduct key business functions. This according to the latest poll from The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s…
Alexandria, VA – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s largest business travel association and worldwide leader in education, research, networking and advocacy for the industry, has united the business travel sector to advocate for the Trudeau Government and Biden Administration to take immediate and necessary action to open the Canada-US Borders, allowing for…
Alexandria, VA – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s largest business travel association and worldwide leader in education, research, networking and advocacy for the industry – today announces the relaunch of the GBTA certificate in corporate travel execution (CCTE) in partnership with Cornell University Executive Education and the Cornell SC Johnson College of…
Alexandria, VA – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the world’s largest business travel association and worldwide leader in education, research, networking and advocacy for the industry – today announces the relaunch of the GBTA certificate in corporate travel execution (CCTE), in partnership with Cornell University Executive Education and the Cornell SC Johnson College…
Beth started her career as a travel advisor and over two decades, grew to serve in strategic senior leadership roles in TMC operations and technology. In her current role as chief experience officer, Beth is responsible for vision, growth strategy and operational excellence for Fox World Travel’s three business lines: business travel, vacation travel, and…
Hey everyone, Have you celebrated a “first” business trip yet? I ask because it’s definitely a reflection of business travel’s steady return to see the ever-growing number of social media posts on just that topic. People are talking. And so are we. As an association of industry professionals, it’s so important for all of us…
A discussion on how the meetings industry in Canada has changed and the opportunities that we all face as we “restart” the meetings and events industry here in Canada. You can download and listen to the SME Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, and your other favorite podcast directories. Be sure to subscribe to the show so you don’t…
Thursday, January 14 | 2:00 PM GMT After more than four years of intensive negotiation Brexit has finally happened and a deal has been struck between the UK and EU, but what does this mean for business travel? Experts from GBTA’s lobbying firm Grayling from the UK and Brussels will outline what has been agreed…
As the world starts to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic and global travel slowly opens up again, many countries are considering a system whereby travelers can prove their vaccination status to facilitate travel across borders. In fact, some countries have already done so. COVID-19 travel certificate systems involve digital or physical records of a person’s…
In her role as chief operations officer and part of the executive committee at CTM North America, Maureen is responsible for driving CTM North America’s operational vision and strategy for CTM’s performance and growth. Prior to joining CTM in 2019, she held executive roles in operations, global corporate acquisition integrations and global business solutions stretching…
Hey, everyone – Just a quick note this week to highlight more positive interactions on our road to recovery as an association. Last Friday I met – in real life! – with our partners from the German business travel association, VDR – Hans-Ingo Biehl, executive director, and Christoph Carnier, board president. GBTA have had a…
London: Global Secure Accreditation and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) today announced a partnership to offer a new training course: Travel Risk Management Bootcamp: Understanding and Implementing ISO31030. This one-day virtual programme will help travel and procurement professionals explore travel risk management in the context of the upcoming ISO 31030 guidelines, giving them the…
Minneapolis – CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, today announces that it has re-joined the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). As an active member, CWT will work with GBTA to further augment its customer and supplier needs, as the industry recalibrates for safe and sustainable post-pandemic business travel. “Now, more than ever, our industry must…
Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg knows that to keep up with the travel industry’s continual change, as well as thrive in it, you must see opportunity everywhere and in everything. As Co-president & Owner of Valerie Wilson Travel, Jennifer’s forward-thinking approach and “challenge the status quo” mindset has helped cement Valerie Wilson Travel as an industry leader. In…
Hi everyone – The lifecycle of an association like ours depends on strong member participation, dedicated sponsors, relevant programs and good governance. And so, my topic this week combines all of those – around our elections. This is a bit of a GBTA civics lesson. What’s the background? Just a few weeks ago, the Board…
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