Global Elections | Board of Directors
Candidate Forum 2023

Thursday, June 29
11:00 EDT | 17:00 CEST

We invite you to educate yourself on the candidates running for the GBTA Board of Directors and register for the Global Candidate Forum on June 29 at 11:00 AM EDT. The GBTA Board of Directors play a critical role in shaping our industry and the path for the association. Join this complimentary forum to hear directly from the candidates themselves, as they share their vision for GBTA.

The following seats are up for election:

• President
• Vice President
• One (1) Director-at-Large (Direct Member)
• One (1) Regional Director – Canada (Direct Member)
• One (1) Director-at-Large (Allied Member)

This is a unique opportunity to learn more about the candidates and their plans for the future of GBTA and the business travel industry. Don't miss this chance -- make an informed decision and have your voice heard. If you aren’t already a GBTA Member, become one today and be in time to vote! We thank you in advance for your participation in shaping the future of GBTA.

Questions & Issues

If you have any questions about the online voting process, please contact Shane Downey at sdowney@gbta.org or Election Services Corp. by email at gbtahelp@electionservicescorp.com.

If you have questions about your membership status or voter eligibility, please contact GBTA’s Member Care Team at membercare@gbta.org.

Last Chance to Save!
GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2023 – Hamburg

Registration Rates Increase in a Few Days

Don’t forget that registration rates for GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2023 – Hamburg are set to increase soon! Register by Register by Thursday 29 June
11:59 PM BST and save with our early bird registration rates.

GBTA European Payment Solutions Committee - Survey 2023

Help the GBTA EMEA Payment Committee better understand the current situation of corporate travel payment programme and how to best support GBTA members in the future.

Take Time to Recognise Outstanding GBTA Volunteers

Do you know of, or have you been working with a GBTA volunteer who has gone above to support GBTA and the business travel industry? If you have answered yes then please submit a nomination today >>

GBTA volunteers are at the heart of how we make things happen in the association and for the industry. From committee participants to convention ambassadors and more, GBTA members graciously dedicate their time, efforts and expertise for the betterment of all. It’s time to recognize them for their contributions. Learn More >>

May GBTA Volunteer of the Month

Benjamin Park
Executive Director Travel & Sustainability
Parexel

Ben is a global procurement and sustainability expert, who, for the last 14 years, has focused on optimizing the company’s Travel & Expense (T&E) offering, creating value by enhancing service, promoting sustainable travel and safety, while maximizing savings to the company.

Ben manages the Parexel Global T&E team and is responsible for the strategic direction and overall management of the company’s worldwide travel and expense, car fleet and commercial payment programs across 52 countries. In addition, Ben has the responsibility of coordinating and leading Parexel’s global Environmental and Sustainability efforts. Ben lives in Berlin, Germany with his family and two kids.

Ben is a strong leader of the Europe Advisory Board taking the chair role to new levels having led selection and recruitment of incoming Europe Advisory Board members. He is a key contributor to our advocacy efforts having spent 3 days in Brussels with us on our recent round of meetings. Ben pushes GBTA to be global, and to be relevant – and to provide programs and services to members that help them to be better informed and more valuable to their companies. He was the driver for GBTA producing an NDC-related podcast featuring the buyer perspective. He is an active participant in conference planning - Main stage; breakout scoring and selection, as well as overall event design.

GBTA Annual Business Meeting

Thursday, July 25
11:00 EDT | 17:00 CEST

Join GBTA leaders for a review of the state of the association, key milestones and what's ahead at the Global Business Travel Association’s 2023 Annual Business Meeting, to be held virtually on Thursday, July 25 - 11:00 EDT | 17:00 CEST. (As required by New York State law, this serves as a notification for GBTA members.)

Webinar: The Sustainability Journey from a Hotel Perspective

Brought to by the GBTA Sustainability Committee APAC

Join us for a fireside chat with John Timson, VP of Sustainability and Safety with Accor Hotels. Diving into topics such as distinguishing common practice sustainable initiatives from best-practice, the biggest challenges the hotel industry is facing in the race to net-zero, and the types of discussions buyers should be having with their hotel partners. John will be interviewed by Jaclynn Kidd, Practice Lead, Responsible Travel Consulting, CWT Solutions Group.

When: 20th July, Thursday, 2:00 PM SGT / 8:00 AM CET
Charge: Free to GBTA members

Masterclass GBTA France 2023

Discover the full programme and speakers of the GBTA France Masterclass >>

More than ever, the event will be intense in content, debate and networking. The opportunity for Travel and MICE professionals to learn from experts and share their experience with the community. Register and join us for this major industry event >>

GBTA APAC Conference 2023 – Singapore

Early Bird Registration Ends June 29!

Secure your spot and take advantage of our best available rates before they increase.

Don’t miss this two-day education and tradeshow event, taking place on September 19-20 at the luxurious Shangri-La Hotel!

Just Announced: Main Stage Themes

On day one, main stage panel discussions will focus on ‘New Horizons: New Frontiers’. Expert speakers will provide insights on the state of business travel in the APAC region, drawing from GBTA research and shedding light on expected growth over the next five years.

On day two, join the ‘Innovation Hour (and a Quarter)’ taking place on the main stage opening session. Our closing panel will focus on how "Travel Buyers can influence bookers, travellers, and the C-Suite".

Take your place and join business travel and meetings management professionals in APAC to network, innovate, and learn.