Event will build on previous sessions in Europe and Asia

Business Travel Show America will launch in New York on Oct. 15-16. The event, according to an announcement, is dedicated to shaping the future of business travel, building on more than three decades of shows in Europe and Asia. It will bring together, said the announcement, the brightest minds, industry-leading suppliers and innovative technologies to tackle the evolving challenges of corporate travel.

The show, which will be held at the Javits Center, is specifically tailored for corporate travel managers, procurement professionals, meeting planners and those responsible for sourcing travel-related services. The show, said the announcement, is an ideal platform for travel managers of any size organization to connect with key suppliers, learn from industry experts and benchmark strategies against peers. With 100% qualified buyers, said the announcement, the show guarantees a valuable networking experience and the chance to meet decision-makers across a wide range of industries.

The show will feature conference sessions, think tanks, a hosted buyers program and extensive networking opportunities, according to the announcement.

There will also be a Business Travel Innovation Faceoff America sponsored by American Express Global Business Travel that will see 12 companies pitch solutions to industry veterans and an audience of business travel decision-makers. The show is organized by the BTN Group.