GBTA Convention 2019 will address the recent issues in business travel with findings from travel professionals who attend this event in Chicago August 3-7.
Join us for state-of-the-art education at GBTA Convention 2019 held August 3 - 7 in Chicago. View and learn more about all session topics, including duty of care, data analytics, procurement and more.
Hear from a variety of speakers including industry experts and celebrities on Center Stage and at Convention Arena.
GBTA Convention is the world’s largest gathering of business travel professionals. With over 400 organizations on the expo floor, it’s critical your organization is part of the action.
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Hear first-hand from the professionals who manage business travelers across the globe and the vendors that make safe, productive and cost-effective travel possible.
The evolution of business travel is here. Learn more about the 175+ education sessions on topics ranging from the latest travel security risks to emerging technological solutions to your day-to-day management issues.
Specific education session information will be made available soon. Education sessions for 2019 will be centered around the tracks below. You can view a preview of what to expect below.
GBTA Convention 2019: View the 2019 Education Sessions
How do today’s technological challenges and opportunities affect a travel buyer’s decision-making? Learn how the future of accommodations is being shaped by evolving technologies.
Are you stuck in your career or are simply looking to take the next step? These sessions were designed to answer your questions on how to get ahead in the competitive world of business travel.
Learn about the precautions your company can take ranging from preparation to implementation of new policies to keep costs low.
Data Analytics
Discover cutting-edge data analytics which travel managers have adopted to streamline their policies.
Distribution
Learn how the growing trend of consolidation has affected business travel and the actions you can take the address it.
Human Resources & Management
Explore the intersection of responsibilities between Human Resources and Travel Management. Discover how to streamline the two roles for one common goal.
Meetings & Events
Explore the various obstacles and opportunities which are needed to pull of the perfect meeting or event.
Mobility
Travelers today crave autonomy and personalization due to the rise in travel apps and services. Find out how to balance traveler satisfaction and compliance with new mobile technologies.
Payment Solutions
Are you aware of the latest digital payment solutions? Learn about new technologies, best practices and more to streamline your organization’s payment structure.
Procurement & Sourcing
Budgeting and contracting are two of the most important aspects of any travel program. Keep your procurement process organized as the industry’s leading experts provide tips and best practices.
Risk Management / Duty of Care
Risks associated with the current technological, environmental, and geopolitical landscape affect how your clients conduct business meetings. Learn about the latest risks – and find out how to address them with strategic policy.
Stakeholder Management
Learn how to balance the preferences of multiple stakeholders to create a satisfactory travel program with these sessions on best practices, policies and more.
Sustainability
Learn about the social, economic, and ecological benefits to incorporating sustainability policies.
Technology/Innovation
Discover the latest technological innovations impacting the industry and that have changed factors from traveler behavior to payment solutions.
Transportation
Shifts in technology and traveler behavior has altered the landscape of transportation. Find out how to adapt your travel policies to accommodate these shifts.