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Industry Spotlight
GBTA Professional Development
Last Chance: Fundamentals of Business Travel Management (Europe)
Registration Closes on April 19
This is your final opportunity to register for the Fundamentals of Business Travel Management course. Running on Tuesdays from April 28 to May 19, this four-week program equips you to confidently own the business travel management function at your organization, from developing an efficient travel policy to overseeing vendor and technology procurement. Modules cover travel policy, service models, strategic sourcing, travel technology, data and analytics, and risk management. You'll earn a GBTA Professional Development Certificate on completion, and GTP holders receive 14 GTP® Recertification credits.
Now Available: Updated Global Hotel RFP Standards Catalogue
GBTA has released the updated Global Hotel RFP Standards to simplify corporate hotel sourcing and align with GBTA’s Sustainable Procurement Standards (People + Planet). The update introduces streamlined questions and data formats, incorporates sustainability guidance, and establishes an ongoing feedback process to support future improvements across the industry.
Industry participants are encouraged to get involved by downloading the standards, applying to the regional Accommodations Committee, and submitting feedback to help shape future enhancements.
Learn more and access resources here.
GBTA Elections
The Future of GBTA Needs More Voices – Including Yours
GBTA’s strength has always come from its members – the practitioners, partners, and leaders shaping business travel every day. Board nominations are open through May 8, and this is your chance to ensure the voices guiding GBTA reflect the diversity of our global community.
By serving on the GBTA Board, members have the opportunity to make a long-term positive impact with our members and the industry. In addition, not only will you gain invaluable experience and education, but you also have the chance to network with fellow leaders across the travel ecosystem.
Learn more about the 2026 Board of Directors Election.
You Can Nominate Yourself – or a qualified Colleague
If you’re an active GBTA member with industry experience and a genuine desire to contribute, your perspective matters. Self-nomination is welcome, and so is nominating a colleague who brings insight, integrity, and commitment to the GBTA community.
How to Nominate
Nominations should be submitted through Election Services Corporation. Look for an email from “GBTA Elections” with the subject line – Call for Nominations: GBTA Board of Directors. If you have any questions about the online nomination process, please contact Yvette Mullally at ymullally@gbta.org or Election Services Corp. by email at gbtahelp@electionservicescorp.com or call toll-free +1 866 720 HELP (4357).
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