The Evolution of Business Travel
Professionals in the world of business travel are looking for the right solutions covering a range of travel management issues, from day-to-day targets to long-term strategic planning. GBTA Convention 2019 will offer over 175 education and professional development sessions centered on an array educational tracks, including:
• Accommodations
• Career and Personal Development
• Cost Control
• Data Analytics
• Distribution
• Human Resources &Management
• Meetings & Events
Here’s a look at some of the events, highlights and announcements that will be making news during the week.
ARC
The Intelligence Behind Air TravelARC provides flexible distribution solutions and the world’s most comprehensive air travel data, helping airlines and travel agencies connect, grow and thrive. ARC accelerates business growth for its customers by delivering trusted products and services built on future-proofed technology. By fostering industrywide collaboration, ARC forges connections across the global air travel community to generate innovation and efficiencies that ultimately enhance the traveler experience. www.arccorp.com
Booth 2427
Christopherson Business Travel
Is Your Corporate Travel Program Still On Target?Let’s find out. Christopherson Business Travel has been providing superior corporate travel management services for more than 60 years. Through our industry-leading technology, our consultative approach to account management, and the expertise of our experienced travel advisors, we help organizations of all sizes strategically manage their travel programs. Visit us at GBTA to see if your travel program has flown off course. Booth 1844
Avis Budget Group
Because every journey is personalLast year, we shared with you how we are using connected-car technology to create new opportunities for greater convenience, efficiency, and integration. This year, we’re continuing with the next chapter of our story - a story where everything we do is in the service of not only providing customers with the great experiences they deserve, but also customizing their experiences in a way that makes traveling easier, smarter, and more enjoyable. Because the best journey is a personal one. Join us at GBTA Booth #1018 to take a special retro tour to learn how we’re continuously personalizing your experience through innovations. (And grab a throwback memento to take home to your family.)
Direct Travel
Let’s do “The Right Fit to Elevate Your Travel Program” We have one mission – deliver all-encompassing, personalized programs adapted to every client partner we serve. As an empowered, client-focused company, Direct Travel offers business travel, meeting, events and vacation services in 190+ locations globally. We provide a unique blend of high-quality solutions and adapted technologies, providing excellence across all touchpoints. Structured to respond to your needs with agility and advanced consultation, Direct Travel is the right fit to elevate your travel program.
Booth 1437
Enterprise National
Leaders in Technology and InnovationWith the National Car Rental app, travelers have a single point of contact to manage all aspects of the rental experience from reservation to return—including profiles, rewards and holding specific vehicles. Meanwhile, Enterprise’s mobile tablet technology streamlines the rental process and makes it more efficient by transforming transactions with customers by not only digitizing the process, but by also giving travelers access to their vehicle when and where they need it. Booth 1406
FCM Travel Solutions
FCM Travel Solutions accelerates global NDC technology drive with Amadeus and SabreFCM Travel Solutions’ drive to lead integration of a long-term digital NDC booking solution has moved up a gear with its technology partners.Through Amadeus’ NDC-X programme, FCM was instrumental in creating an intuitive NDC-enabled user experience, catering to diverse booking needs across different markets. As a launch partner for Sabre’s Beyond NDC initiative, FCM engaged in high-level cross-industry workshops, addressing NDC servicing gaps from refunds and booking changes, to net fares and PNR concerns.
Booth 4412
IHG
What makes a buying experience exceptional?At IHG®, it means maximizing your time and money with B2B offerings designed to help you meet your unique business objectives. Stop by Booth 3523 at GBTA and visit ihgb2b.com to learn more.
Booth 3523
Hotel Hendricks
New Boutique Hotel in Midtown Manhattan
Hotel Hendricks is a brand-new full service boutique property located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, steps away from Bryant Park, Time Square, & the Theater District, with views of the Empire State building from the rooftop. Designed by renowned architect Marcello Pozzi, Hotel Hendricks boasts contemporary luxury and bohemian chic design blending raw materials with modern finishes.
Booth 1431
TRIPBAM
Join the Hotel Program Revolution
TRIPBAM saves companies 18-24% on their hotel spend using automated shopping processes, advanced analytics and benchmarking. Our daily rate auditing can find savings on over 40% of hotels searched, either on the original property or including nearby properties. TRIPBAM Analytics helps travel managers accurately measure their program value. Smart Share Shift helps shift share to preferred hotels, and our alerting solution permanently resolves LRA issues. All solutions can be customized to accommodate all corporate cultures.
Booth 429
UATP
How far will you go for itinerary-level data?You shouldn’t have to search far and wide for information that helps you do your job. Our corporate travel payment programs provide itinerary-level data for greater accuracy and detail. And our reporting tools help you keep costs in line. Better travel management starts with UATP - The new power of payment. Learn more at UATP.com
Booth 4020
US Bank
U.S. Bank launches first mobile solution to push virtual cards to mobile wallets for businesses U.S. Bank has introduced Expense Wizard – the first mobile solution to push virtual cards to mobile wallets for businesses using chatbots and Artificial Intelligence (AI). It includes a virtual assistant for employees to easily arrange travel within company policies, pay with a virtual card in a mobile wallet and capture receipts for reporting throughout their trips. It’s also the first to offer a virtual card into an infrequent traveler’s mobile wallet. Learn more at http://usbpayment.com/expense-wizard
Booth 1001
