Agenda

8:00 am –

9:00 am 

Expo and Networking breakfast

Start your day by connecting with industry leaders and peers over breakfast—an ideal opportunity to expand your professional network.

9:00 am –

10:30 am 

Main Stage Opening Session

The summit will kick off with an engaging mainstage session featuring thought-provoking speakers and setting the stage for a day of impactful discussions.

Navigating new waters: Why sustainability is [still] good for business

• Learn how business leaders are responding to turbulent times and maintaining buy-in for purpose-led programs
• Hear how to position sustainability as a driver of innovation and growth
• Gain strategies to balance cost, efficiency, and risk with positive impacts on planet and society

Beyond the buzz: What’s actually achievable with new aviation tech?

• Learn about the latest breakthroughs in aviation and climate technology
• Hear from innovators and practitioners as they transform the air travel landscape
• Break down the hype – understand how Net Zero solutions will achieve emissions reduction

The AI-powered travel revolution: Is it sustainable?

• Discover how businesses are using artificial intelligence to optimize their travel programs
• Understand the ways that AI can reduce the environmental impact of business travel through carbon tracking, route optimization, and smarter planning
• Explore the tradeoffs – The environmental impact of data storage vs. AI-powered travel efficiency

10:30 am –

11:15 am 

Coffee break     

Recharge and network with attendees while enjoying coffee and explore tabletop exhibitors showcasing innovative solutions and services to elevate your sustainability goals.

11:15 am –

12:00 pm 

Breakout Education Sessions

Sessions will be running in parallel. Dive deeper into specialized topics, offering actionable insights and opportunities for collaborative learning.      

*Inquire about co-developed session sponsorship opportunities

Breakout 1

HOW TO: Build a SAF strategy

• Learn how are businesses utilizing SAF towards their sustainability goals
• Understand the SAF basics, how to purchase, and how to know whether it’s sustainable
• Hear from buyer case studies on SAF procurement, tracking, and collaboration 

Breakout 2

HOW TO: Procure responsible hotels

• Learn how to assess and compare hotel sustainability
• Unpack hotel certifications and frameworks
• Hear from buyers on how they help travelers make informed decisions at the point-of-sale

Breakout 3

HOW TO: Create a multimodal ground transport program

• Learn about alternative types of ground transport (electric/hybrid cars, shuttles, scooters, rail, public transport) and impacts on communities and the environment
• Hear from buyers on how they are obtaining, managing, and centralizing data on these modes of transport

12:00 pm –

1:15 pm 

Expo and Networking Lunch

Relax and refuel during lunch while continuing to build meaningful connections with other attendees.

1:15 pm –

2:00 pm 

Breakout Education Sessions

Sessions will be running in parallel. Dive deeper into specialized topics, offering actionable insights and opportunities for collaborative learning.

* Inquire for co-developed session sponsorship opportunities

Breakout 4

HOW TO: Put a price on carbon

• Learn the ins and outs of carbon pricing and budgeting and how this can support your sustainability goals
• Hear from buyers who are leading the charge on carbon pricing
• Understand how to track carbon data and work with your C-suite and finance teams  

 Breakout 5

HOW TO: Make your travel program accessible

• Learn about key challenges facing travelers who face a range of accessibility needs
• Understand how to develop more inclusive travel policies and processes
• Hear from suppliers on how they are creating a more accessible travel landscape

  Breakout 6

HOW TO: Incorporate biodiversity into your sustainability goals

• Learn how experts are tackling environmental priorities beyond climate, including biodiversity, water, and wildlife
• Hear from buyers who are balancing a variety of environmental priorities in their program
• Discover how to support the unique needs of your top travel destinations

2:00 pm –

2:45 pm 

Expo and Coffee Break 

2:45 pm –

4:30 pm 

Main Stage Closing Session 

End the day inspired with a panel discussion and keynote address that will leave you with actionable takeaways for your organization.

Rise to the Challenge: The new sustainable business travel pathway

• Get a first look at the new Acceleration Challenge pathway developed by GBTA Foundation and Accenture
• Understand how to advance sustainability in your travel program by balancing cost, time horizons, and climate impact

Champions for Change: Discussion Hubs on taking actionable steps to transform travel for good

• Connect with leaders and peers to share what you learned throughout the day
• Develop business cases and actionable strategies to take back to your companies

Keynote Address

To be announced, stay tuned!

4:30 pm –

5:30 pm 

Networking Reception

Close off the day with a relaxed reception, perfect for forming new partnerships and celebrating the day’s successes.

For bundle registrants attending the GBTA Legislative Summit, the Monuments by Moonlight tour will start at 7:00 pm