#DidYouKnow… 💠 85% of business travel industry professionals love or like working in the industry 💠 80% said they have great or decent #worklifebalance 💠 Buyers and suppliers have similar work-life balance. A similar number of buyers (79%) and suppliers (82%) feel they have great or decent work-life balance Discover more key findings from the latest GBTA Business Travel Industry Outlook Poll --> https://lnkd.in/gTTpjMNq Check back often! GBTA | Global Business Travel Association’s polls provide ongoing insights and the view ahead for the industry.
GBTA | Canada
Non-profit Organization Management
Alexandria, VA 789 followers
GBTA Canada is the voice of the Canadian business travel industry.
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GBTA Canada is the voice of the Canadian business travel industry. We believe in providing the business travel and meetings community with a global platform to serve as a resource library for their peers, to implement world-class conferences, workshops and virtual meetings, and to foster an interactive network of innovation and support. Join GBTA Canada to take advantage of valuable features and programs that are tailored and targeted to support your success and to benefit your company. As a member of GBTA Canada, access comprehensive business resources on the latest trends and practices in the Canadian marketplace. You'll benefit from our educational programs held in cities across Canada throughout the year, industry leading benchmarking tools and reports specific to the Canadian marketplace and a network of Canadian corporate purchasing and management professionals coast-to-coast!
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https://www.gbta.org/membership-and-communities/chapters-and-regions/canada
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Registration is Open for the GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024! 🎉 Join us at the GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024 – the premier business travel education and networking events in 4 Canadian cities! These one-day events are expertly designed to provide business travel professionals with essential knowledge, cutting-edge education, and unparalleled networking opportunities. 📅 Event Dates & Locations: • Vancouver: Hilton Vancouver Metrotown | September 17 Register Now https://lnkd.in/gMf7XVSw • Calgary: Alt Hotel Calgary University District | September 19 Register Now https://lnkd.in/grCS9Fi5 • Montreal: Marriott Montréal Chateau Champlain | October 22 Register Now https://lnkd.in/gYKUkHw5 • Toronto: Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel | October 24 Register Nowhttps://lnkd.in/gNkyQPCb This is your chance to: • Connect with peers during the Buyer Only Breakfast and Networking Lunch • Engage with new industry suppliers at the Supplier Showcase and Networking Reception • Gain insights from experts through six educational sessions throughout the day Special Offer: GBTA Buyer Members attend for FREE! Non-member Buyers can attend for just $25, which can be credited against GBTA membership. #GBTABTF2024 #BusinessTravel #Networking
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Did you know … In the U.S., the average #businesstrip in 2022 was 4.1 days (versus 3.3 days as cited in 2017 GBTA Research) Find out more in GBTA’s critical U.S. Economic Impact Study Business Travel’s Impact on Jobs and the U.S. Economy >> https://lnkd.in/gTh39pXQ #Economy #Research #GBTAResearch #businesstravel
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GBTA is much more than the industry-leading convention and events we hold. We are transformers and travelers. Members and community. Educators and partners. Advocates and researchers. All dedicated to the goal of shaping the future of #businesstravel, together. We are Many Voices. One Purpose. Ready to join the #GBTA movement? >> https://lnkd.in/g4VHJZCe Uniting the business travel Community >> https://lnkd.in/gFfqTQY9 Member-driven Learning >> https://lnkd.in/ehtK-Mg5 Global reach with local focus in Advocacy >> https://lnkd.in/gPuCMZ9Z #ManyVoicesOnePurpose #GBTAMembership
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The support of #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion is central to #GBTA. GBTA | Inclusion & Culture Committee spearheaded #DEI education offerings jointly with the illustrious eCornell! This is a #GBTAMemberExclusiveBenefit up to 70% off retail prices 😮. If you’re looking for more ways to grow your #DEI knowledge, this training opportunity is just for you. Enroll today >> https://bit.ly/4chawfj Not a GBTA member? Learn more and register >> https://bit.ly/4chaBzD
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Today GBTA | Global Business Travel Association virtually held its Annual Business Meeting where the association reviewed key highlights for 2023 including association strategy, fiscal year financial results and milestones across priority areas while outlining what’s ahead for the rest of 2024. “Financially, GBTA had an extraordinary year. Our annual convention along with our events and offerings globally performed extremely well as we continued to grow and expand in other regions. We also held a tight rein on expenses to ensure healthy reserves,” said Suzanne Neufang, CEO, GBTA. Mark Cuschieri, Board President, announced the results of the GBTA Board of Directors’ Election for 2024. The following six newly elected Board members (listed below in alphabetical order within their category) will begin serving their terms on July 24th: Director-At-Large, Direct Member Carlos Almendros, Global Travel, Meetings & Card Leader, Cisco Paulina Moeller, Travel Leader, IKEA (Ingka Group) Regional Director, European, Direct Member Ben Park, Executive Director Travel & Sustainability, Parexel Director-At-Large, Allied Member Katharine Farrell, Manager, Sales Marketing Digital Comms, Delta Air Lines Kevin Sullivan, Managing Director, Sales, Southwest Airlines Katie Virtue, Head of Sales & Marketing, Festive Road Additionally, GBTA voters approved the bylaw change to expand the permanent composition of the GBTA Board by two voting Direct Member seats for Latin America and Asia Pacific. You can access the GBTA Annual Business Meeting report here: https://lnkd.in/gm86sYvu Watch a full replay of the meeting here: https://lnkd.in/g5RP7yV4
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We’re introducing a 🌟brand-new🌟 track at #GBTAConvention24 this year: New Distribution Capability (NDC)! Did you know: #NewDistributionCapability is a #travelindustry standard developed by IATA that enhances the capability of airlines to distribute their products through third-party intermediaries. The NDC Education Session Track aims to show you how NDC improves the transparency, efficiency, and flexibility of the booking process, benefiting both the airlines and business travelers by providing richer and more customized travel options. Hyper-personalize travel with these sessions: • Airline NDC: Distri-Confusion to Finding Solutions • NDC Beyond the Buzz: Practical Considerations for Buyers of All Sizes • Navigating the Future: The Impact of NDC and Airline Direct on Travel Risk • Easy NDC - Practical Use in Data, Program Management & Sourcing • C-Suite Conversation – NDC Takes Flight in 2024 • NDC in Action: Adding NDC to Your Corporate Travel Program Ready to get started? >> https://bit.ly/3xgvDPs Made possible by Corporate Traveler (Sponsor) #travelpolicy
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As we continue our efforts to support #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion, GBTA | Inclusion & Culture Committee spearheaded providing excellent training and education to our members jointly with the illustrious eCornell! This is a #GBTAMemberExclusiveBenefit up to 70% off retail prices 😮. If you’re looking for more ways to grow your #DEI knowledge, then this member-exclusive training opportunity is just for you. Enroll today >> https://lnkd.in/gWyv-V6M Not a GBTA member? Learn more and register >> https://lnkd.in/g4VHJZCe
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Looking for ways to foster deeper connections and share your expertise with others? Want to find innovative best practices and different perspectives to boost growth? Expand your network and gain valuable insights at the GBTA Canada Direct Talk sessions - exclusive one-hour virtual meetings designed to connect you with fellow #businesstravel buyers across Canada! Join us for the 2024 Direct Talk sessions: 📆Tuesday, June 25th at 2:00 PM ET 📆Tuesday, November 19th at 2:00 PM ET Reserve your spot: Simply email us at [email protected] to express your interest and receive the meeting invitations. *You must hold a valid GBTA direct (buyer) membership to attend the GBTA Canada Direct Talk sessions. Not a member yet? Get started here! >> https://lnkd.in/g4VHJZCe #GBTACanada #GBTADirectTalk #GBTAMembershipExclusiveBenefit
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Tune in 🎧🎤: Steve Singh, Visionary founder of SAP Concur, joins GBTA's Kevin Fliess in exploring the transformative power of AI, and how the perfect trip is indeed possible. Are you ready for a better #businesstravelexperience? Discover how #AI is revolutionizing the quest for the perfect trip, from personalized itineraries to seamless expense management. Listen now and stay ahead, everywhere podcasts are found! Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Krx1Sf Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3X86mBz #BusinessOfTravelPodcast