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Industry Spotlight
GBTA Advocacy
As U.S. Congress Navigates Resolution, GBTA Urged End to TSA Workforce Strain Triggering Severe Airport Delays
Yesterday GBTA issued a statement calling on Congress to immediately reach an agreement to end the ongoing government shutdown and finalize a budget to restore stability to the U.S. aviation system.
GBTA outlined failure to act has been placing unsustainable strain on airport operations nationwide and directly harming the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workforce — resulting in severe security line delays, missed flights and growing disruption in U.S. travel.
“Business travel depends on predictability and efficiency, and right now, both are breaking down at America’s airports. GBTA is once more urging Congress to resolve the shutdown before departing for a two-week Congressional spring recess. It is time to get travel and travelers moving again,” said Suzanne Neufang, CEO, GBTA.
Frustration has been mounting—not only among travelers trying to reach essential meetings, return home to families or keep businesses running, but also among TSA professionals working under immense pressure with limited resources. And ripple effects are felt well beyond the terminal, across local economies and the broader travel and tourism sector.
GBTA has previously met with members of Congress and joined with other industry groups in letters, along with hundreds of GBTA U.S. industry members who have reached out to their Congressional representatives.
Read GBTA’s full announcement here.
GBTA Elections
Your Vote Counts — But First, Check Your Membership
An Active Membership Is Required to Participate in the Board of Directors Election
Nominations for the 2026 GBTA Board of Directors opens March 30 and runs through May 8, with voting taking place June 1 – July 7. Only active GBTA members are eligible to participate in either stage. If you're not yet a member or need to renew, taking care of that now ensures you're ready to nominate candidates, vote, and play a direct role in shaping GBTA's future leadership.
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GBTA Professional Development
Registration Closes March 29. Don't Miss Out.
Time is running out to register for GBTA's April on-demand professional development courses. All courses run April 1–30, are fully self-paced, and registration closes this Saturday, March 29.
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Strategic Meetings Management — Foundational knowledge and strategic insights for professionals new to or expanding their expertise in the Meetings & Events spend category. Available as an individual lesson or the full course.
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Supplier Essentials: Lesson One — Understand how corporate travel programs, buyers, and decision-makers operate so you can confidently navigate the landscape.
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Supplier Essentials: Lesson Two — Build on your foundation with strategies for client segmentation, positioning your value proposition, and developing long-term partnerships.
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Sustainable Travel Management: Part 1 — Learn how to manage and reduce carbon emissions, track sustainability data, and integrate responsible practices into your travel program.
Secure your spot before registration closes.
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