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September 19, 2025

New GBTA Podcast


The Future of Business Travel Leadership: Re-shape, Re-frame, and Reinvigorate

     

Featuring Liz Fraser, Chief Revenue Officer at Serko, in this thoughtful conversation, we explore how leadership in business travel is transforming to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. From redefining purpose and embracing AI to reinvigorating company culture and building diverse, future-ready teams—this episode uncovers the mindset shifts, skillsets, and strategies that will shape the next era of leadership. Whether you're an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this is your roadmap to leading with impact in the future of business travel.

AVIATION

Is Southwest Airlines Ready to Reach Europe? (AEROTIME)

Is Aeromexico Worth the Price Tag? (MEXICO NEWS DAILY)

Sabre Challenges Airline Direct-Booking Promises (HOSPITALITY TODAY)

Gone After Just 2 Years? Air Canada Ends These Very Long Flights To Dubai International Airport (SIMPLE FLYING)

HOSPITALITY

Mix of Events Drove Hotel Performance in August
(4HOTELIERS)

SUSTAINABILITY

South Korea’s Bold Move to Boost Tourism with Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate, Paving the Way for Greener Skies (TRAVEL AND TOUR WORLD)

OTHER SECTORS

Corporate Travel Outlook: Rising Costs, Shifting Travel Priorities (TRAVEL PULSE)

Canadian Business Travel to the U.S. Remained Resilient in the First Half of the Year (BNN BLOOMBERG)

OpenAI Chairman Shares Vision on Travel’s AI Future (PHOCUSWIRE)

Industry Spotlight


 

GBTA Ladders
Join the Next Generation of Business Travel Leaders

GBTA Ladders Season 12 applications open until September 26

GBTA Ladders Season 12 is officially open for applications, but the window is closing soon. You have just two weeks left to apply for this one-of-a-kind, team-based mentoring program in the business travel industry.

After eleven years of success, Season 12 is your chance to grow your career, build your network, learn from industry experts, and work on impactful projects that will help shape the future of business travel. This is a unique opportunity to elevate your professional life.

Applications are open for mentees, alumni advisors, and committee members.

 
Apply Before September 26
 

Resources


Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

China, Philippines and Taiwan - TS Ragasa tracking westward in the Philippine Sea early Sept. 19. Close pproach to Babuyan Islands, Philippines, late Sept. 22.

France - Protests likely across New Caledonia ahead of New Caledonia Day commemoration Sept. 24. Disruptions likely, violence possible.

Italy - Unionized airport and airline personnel plan industrial action at airports across Italy Sept. 26. Flight disruptions likely.

United States - Activists to stage protests in several cities across the US, Sept. 20, to denounce government policies. Increased security likely.  

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During this past GBTA | Ladders Season, 17 teams looked into their crystal balls and explored what the future of business travel will look like a decade from now. From brainstorming ideas and conducting research to developing strategic roadmaps, these teams uncovered some exciting opportunities that just might shape the future of travel as we know it...

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