2024 Education Day
October 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Auditorium at HJF (Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine)
6720-A Rockledge Drive, Suite 100
Bethesda, MD 20817
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Join us for a day of knowledge and networking at the GBTA Greater DC Metro Chapter's Education Day! Dive into the latest trends, insights, and best practices in the world of business travel. Our event brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals to explore key topics, share valuable experiences, and foster meaningful connections. This year's agenda is packed with engaging sessions and interactive workshops, designed to enhance your expertise in travel management and corporate travel solutions. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and stay ahead in the ever-evolving travel landscape. We look forward to seeing you there!
First time in the history, we will be offering GBTA fundamental certification program during this year's education day. Stay tuned on how to register for the certification program.
For exhibit opportunity, please contact Debbie at [email protected]
Message from our Speaker Dane Molter
Message from our Speaker Tim Hines
Message from Dale Buckner - CEO of Global Guardian
Agenda
| 8:45a - 9:30a | REGISTRATION - Parking will be validated at the desk for public lot on 6720 C Rockledge Dr. |
| 9:30a - 10:15a | How to Create an Inclusive Travel Professional Work Environment Tim Hines, Presenter and Facilitator Imani Lawson, Hertz Stratton Penberthy, AAMC Travel Leader Come to hear how the cultural shift in the next generation professional is impacting the workplace. For the first time generations X, Y and Z will be colleagues in the workplace. There are technology expectations, workplace/ work week standards and most important relational nuances forcing our organizations to change our travel policies, operational standards and hiring practices. Join us to hear some ways to progress your teams working environment. |
| 10:15a - 10:30a | Did You Know? Fundamentals of Travel | Coming Soon! |
| 10:30a - 10:45a | Break |
| 10:45a - 11:00a | Did You Know? Embassy Suites Bethesda |
| 11:00a - 12:00p | GBTA Travel Forecast Q&A |
| 12:00p - 1:30p | Lunch |
| 1:30p-2:30p | The Next Generation of Travel Operations Dale Buckner CEO of Global Guardian & Dane Molter, VP Navan Group Core Travel Ana Lenis, Sr Director Business Services, AARP Alec J Cloud, Travel Systems & Services Division, Defense Travel Management Office Andrea Carlock, Dept of Defense Human Resources Activity, Defense Support Services Center Flora Koufopoulou Parsons, Defense Travel Management Services, Travel Services Branch Chief Fast changing global business operations accelerates how we manage our travel programs. Our panel of experts in Duty of Care, Travel Technology and GeoPolitics will provide the insights as to how their areas of expertise influence the change we are seeing in our partnerships with air, car, rail and hotel suppliers. Bring your questions and your curiosity as you hear the what behind the why we are in this season of change. |
| 2:30p-2:45p | Break |
| 2:45p-4p | GBTA Research Team will bring you an overview of travel industry data on how technology is impacting our programs. GBTA's Mark Sharoff, Senior Research Manager is going to unpack these insights and data points in a way your programs can find opportunities to better the traveler experience! |
| 4pm | Did You Know? Southwest Airlines |
| 4:15p-5:30p | Networking Reception |
| 5:30p | Conclusion |
Tickets
$165.00 Non-Member Full Day Event including Lunch
$95.00 Non-Member noon - 5pm (Afternoon Session) - includes lunch
$75.00 Member noon - 5pm (Afternoon Session) - includes lunch
$125.00 All-Access Member Full Day Event including Lunch
$75.00 All-Access Member noon - 5pm (Afternoon Session) - includes lunch
$95.00 Education Day Sponsorship
$75.00 Member Morning Sessions ONLY - includes Lunch (8:30am - 1:15pm)
$95.00 Non-Member Morning Sessions ONLY - includes Lunch (8:30am - 1:15pm)
$75.00 All-Access Member Morning Sessions ONLY - includes Lunch (8:30am - 1:15pm)
If you have any suggestions or ideas for a keynote speaker or discussion topic, please contact, [email protected]
If you are interested in sponsoring the Greater DC Metro chapter or a specific event, please contact [email protected]
If you are interested in hosting a Greater DC Metro chapter luncheon or event at your venue, please contact [email protected]
All event registration fees are non-refundable 4 business days prior to the event date.
