Lahiru Ranasinghe
Head of Net Zero | easyJet
[10:35 AM - 11:05 AM]
The Road to Net Zero
Sponsored By easyJet, Trees4Travel, Direct Travel X ATPI, Meliá Hotels International, FCM, Clarasight
The Road to Net Zero
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The road to net zero is a journey which requires a collaboration, collective effort, and commitment from all stakeholders across the business travel ecosystem. This in person event will explore and debate the headwinds and tailwinds impacting the industry as its drives towards a more sustainable future. Paving the way for a net-zero carbon footprint we aim to help you to underpin business travel as a force for good.
The event will delve into the various initiatives, innovations and strategies being implemented to reduce the carbon footprint of business travel, whilst addressing some of the challenges impacting the sector.
Key takeaways
- The supporting role of the TMC and green tech organisations
- How air and hotel sectors are rising to the challenge
- The importance of individual responsibility alongside the role of the Travel Manager/ Programme
- Education and awareness campaigns to empower travellers to make more sustainable choices
What to expect
- A warm welcome to all delegates with refreshments available throughout (see agenda for more details)
- Delegates will sit at round tables facing the stage (which are unallocated – free seating)
- We actively encourage delegate participation and have dedicated times within the agenda to engage
- For further assistance, including intros for new members please visit the registration desk just outside of the event rooms
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Agenda
Tue 27th Feb
10:00 AM
Welcome
Welcome
Opening
10:05 AM
Session
Session
Turning Sustainability on Its Head
Through collaboration in our industry, Trees4Travel believes we can scale up and accelerate positive environmental changes.
Discover the basis of ZEERO, who are a mix between a sustainability sharing economy and a crowdfund. The micro-investments will support the research and development of innovations and solutions to produce clean energy for our world, enabling everyone to take part.
Nico Nicholas
CEO | Trees4Travel
10:35 AM
Session
Session
A Year On...
As the aviation sector progresses on their journey, we will discuss some of the headwinds impacting the sector and the role we all play in creating a more sustainable future for travel.
A year on from ITMs Sustainability Summit in London, we are joined by easyJet’s Head of Net Zero, Lahiru Ranasinghe, who will share the progress easyJet have and continue to make on their road to net zero.
Lahiru Ranasinghe
Head of Net Zero | easyJet
11:05 AM
Session
Session
The Crucial Role of Travel Managers in Advancing Net Zero Goals
Business travel is increasingly coming into focus for many organisations in relation to their net zero commitments. During this session our expert panel of travel managers will share the steps they are taking to build a sustainable travel programme and how they are consulting the business.
They will address some of the challenges they have experienced on their journey and discuss the importance of effective stakeholder management.
Mark Avery
Business Services & Travel Leader | PwC
Jan T. Jacobsen
Global Procurement Director Travel & Mobility | Accenture
Sally Higgs
Sustainability & Operations Manager | Clarasight
11:40 AM
Break
Break
Networking Break
12:15 PM
Session
Session
Future-proofing Your Business with Sustainable Business Travel
Bridging the gap between public commitments and implementation is a crucial first step in decarbonisation. Sustainable business travel programs are a catalyst for achieving your broader cost savings, productivity, and sustainability goals. By implementing innovative solutions that embrace sustainable best practices, the future of business travel is sustainable travel.
In this session, Clarasight co-founder Philip Charm will explain why, to truly make an impact on managing business travel emissions, it's critical to treat your carbon emissions like you do your financials and will break down the strategies and techniques forward-thinking organisations are doing to lead the way in sustainable travel.
Phillip Charm
Co-Founder & CBO | Clarasight
12:45 PM
Session
Session
EU CSRD - Making it work for your program
The EU CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) regulations officially came into effect at the start of the year and will be a requirement for all applicable organisations operating in the EU.
Once we establish the immediate & fundamental impact and requirements posed by the CSRD on business travel & organisational reporting requirements, we can explore the wider opportunities that this initiative will bring to a travel program.
This includes evolving strategic applications of sustainability requirements to analysing tangible sustainability initiatives that run across the spectrum of the end-to-end travel journey. From travellers making the right choices at the right time, to full visibility of the impact on the company (and personal footprint). Taking this through to deciding the strategy for carbon reduction, removal and offsetting, these sessions will provide a robust, sustainable approach to a managed travel program in an engaging and interesting way.
1:15 PM
Session
Session
A word from Melia
Sponsored By Meliá Hotels International
Gianni Salvadori
Director Global Sales, Corporate & MICE, UK&I and Italy | Meliá Hotels International
1:25 PM
Lunch
Lunch
Networking Lunch
2:35 PM
Session
Session
Navigating the Path to Net Zero: Strategies for TMCs
Net Zero 2050 can only happen when the entire travel industry pulls together. This session will cover the steps ATPI is taking to reach net zero, and how their initiatives are translated into client-facing solutions for corporates for whom travel is unavoidable.
James Finnie
Head of Travel | NES Fircroft
Pippa Strasser-Ganderton
Director - ATPI Halo Responsible Travel & Events Solutions | Direct Travel X ATPI
3:05 PM
Session
Session
An introduction to Travalyst & Table Session
Brad West will talk through the role that Travalyst, and its coalition partners, play in the drive for clear, consistent and credible sustainability in the travel industry. In particular we will discuss how Travalyst is starting to evolve its frameworks to better suit the needs of the business travel sector.
Brad West
Head of Global Partnerships | Travalyst
3:45 PM
Close
Close
Event Close
Partners & Sponsors
Other
Title Sponsor
Clarasight
Title Sponsor
Direct Travel X ATPI
Title Sponsor
easyJet
Title Sponsor
FCM
Title Sponsor
Meliá Hotels International
Title Sponsor
Trees4Travel
Speakers
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Scott Davies
Chief Executive Officer | ITM
Sally Higgs
Sustainability & Operations Manager | Clarasight
[11:05 AM - 11:40 AM]
Mark Avery
Business Services & Travel Leader | PwC
[11:05 AM - 11:40 AM]
Nico Nicholas
CEO | Trees4Travel
[10:05 AM - 10:35 AM]
Gianni Salvadori
Director Global Sales, Corporate & MICE, UK&I and Italy | Meliá Hotels International
[1:15 PM - 1:25 PM]
Pippa Strasser-Ganderton
Director - ATPI Halo Responsible Travel & Events Solutions | Direct Travel X ATPI
[2:35 PM - 3:05 PM]
Phillip Charm
Co-Founder & CBO | Clarasight
[12:15 PM - 12:45 PM]
Brad West
Head of Global Partnerships | Travalyst
[3:05 PM - 3:45 PM]
James Finnie
Head of Travel | NES Fircroft
[2:35 PM - 3:05 PM]
Jan T. Jacobsen
Global Procurement Director Travel & Mobility | Accenture
[11:05 AM - 11:40 AM]
Material
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Road to Net Zero Slide Deck
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Road to Net Zero Slide Deck
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RTNZ - Trees4Travel Slides
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ZEERO Full Deck
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RTNZ - FCM Slides
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CSRD session FCM
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Road to Net Zero Article: Event Summary
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ITM Road to Net Zero Summit Helps Buyers and Suppliers Pave the Way to Reducing Carbon Footprint...Read the article
Venue
ME London
About Venue
Your guests will step off London’s vibrant streets and into our modern, avant-garde hotel. With adaptable spaces we can create your perfect event, convention or meeting. We offer an independent reception area and 500 square metres that can be divided into seven individual spaces. Cutting-edge technology and a professional team means your event will be impeccable, seamless, and impressive.
Address
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Registration Fee
Connect Buyer
£ 49.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect IP Supplier
£ 89.00 (Ex. VAT)
Business IP Buyer
Free
Connect Supplier
£ 89.00 (Ex. VAT)
Business Supplier
Free
Non-Member
£ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect IP Buyer
£ 49.00 (Ex. VAT)
Business Buyer
Free
Business IP Supplier
Free
Registration Closes
Monday Feb 26, 2024
1:00 AM Europe/LondonEvent Time
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Europe/LondonVenue
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Social
All Member 29 January 2026
Mentoring Social
Join us for the FREE ITM Mentoring Social, a relaxed and informal evening designed to bring together mentors, mentees, and the wider ITM mentoring community. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow participants in a friendly, social setting. Whether you’re new to the programme or an existing participant, this event offers the chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights and celebrate the power of mentoring. This event includes canapés and two drinks per person. Note: This event has a limited capacity! Book now to avoid disappointment! We look forward to welcoming you!
Webinar
All Member 03 February 2026
Inside the Mind of the Buyer
An open, honest and safe space for both buyers and suppliers to gain direct insight from experienced buyer voices. For suppliers, this session offers a rare chance to reverse the dynamic and ask buyers the questions that matter to you. For buyers, it’s an opportunity to hear how peers are thinking, what they’re working on and the challenges currently shaping their programmes. This is a live-only event and encourages open discussion. Submit your questions during registration to ensure they are covered, or ask them live on the day for full flexibility. Key takeaways * Validate best practices and gain invaluable insights. * Get to the heart of the issues affecting your sector. * Ask any question in confidence without being judged. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with tiled speakers and chat functionality. * Topics are collated from questions submitted during registration. * Questions submitted in advance take priority, however you can ask
Networking
All Member 04 February 2026
Scotland Network
Join us in Edinburgh for an engaging afternoon bringing together the Scotland business travel community for discussion, insight, and meaningful connection. The programme brings all delegates together for a collaborative summit featuring guest speakers, regional perspectives and open conversation. Following the summit, continue the discussion in a relaxed setting during our drinks and canapés networking social. Throughout the afternoon, you can expect a welcoming environment, opportunities for participation and a chance to strengthen relationships across the region. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Build valuable relationships across the Scotland Network * Hear buyer and supplier perspectives on today’s most pressing challenges * Learn from guest speakers and real-world programme experiences * Connect over drinks and canapés in a relaxed, informal setting WHAT TO EXPECT * A warm welcome with refreshments available throughout * Unallocated seating facing the stage * Facilitated discussions with opportunities for delegate participation * Drinks and canapés networking reception included
Summit
All Member 12 February 2026
Trending
An ITM Signature Event Discover all the details about our Trending event, including the full agenda, at www.itm.org.uk/trending [http://www.itm.org.uk/trending] Join us as our speakers explore how they see 2026 across their areas of expertise. They will share perspectives on emerging trends, industry challenges, and opportunities to rebuild and refocus towards a stronger, more responsible travel programme for 2026 and beyond. We will also reveal the findings from our annual Buyer Priorities survey, completed by ITM’s buyer members in the build up to the event. The results will showcase shifting priorities and highlight the forward focus of the buyer community as it relates to travel management. [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/ITM-Event-Page-Banners-Trending-2025-Buyeres.gif]
Networking
Buyer Only 26 February 2026
Ireland Network: Buyers
Join fellow corporate travel buyers for an exclusive roundtable lunch and open discussion in a private setting. This buyer-only session provides a trusted space to share challenges, compare approaches and explore current priorities before the wider Ireland Network event begins. After the roundtable, buyers are welcome to remain for the full afternoon programme and evening networking with suppliers and peers from across the business travel community. KEY TAKEAWAYS * A confidential space to discuss challenges and priorities with fellow buyers * Peer benchmarking and practical insight on travel programme strategies * A chance to shape the themes discussed in the wider Ireland Network session * Meaningful connections with the Ireland buyer community WHAT TO EXPECT * A private roundtable over a three course lunch with soft drinks * Facilitated discussion and topic-led conversation * Reserved buyer places (15 maximum) View the all member event page and agenda here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001049] [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/BUYER-IRELAND-buyers-2025-event.png]
Networking
All Member 26 February 2026
Ireland Network
We are excited to return to Dublin for an afternoon of insight, discussion and meaningful networking. The programme begins with a buyer roundtable taking place separately, after which buyers join the full group for a collaborative Ireland Network session featuring guest speakers and open conversation. This event brings together buyers and suppliers to explore current challenges across the region, share perspectives, and strengthen the Ireland business travel community. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Build valuable relationships across the Ireland Network * Hear buyer and supplier perspectives on today’s most pressing challenges * Learn from guest speakers and real-world programme experiences * Connect over drinks and canapés in a relaxed, informal setting WHAT TO EXPECT * A warm welcome with refreshments available throughout * Unallocated seating facing the stage * Facilitated discussions with opportunities for delegate participation * Drinks and canapés networking reception included If you're a buyer please register here [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/BUYER-IRELAND-buyers-2025-event.png] [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001047]
Showcase
Buyer Only 04 March 2026
TMC Showcase
This quick-fire format pushes each presenter to demonstrate what makes them an ideal partner. They’ll highlight key developments and innovations, and show how their solutions have adapted to meet the evolving needs of travel buyers and travellers in a constantly shifting landscape. Key takeaways * Benchmark suppliers and understand how they compare. * Discover what’s new across both established and emerging providers. * Ask anonymous questions directly to each presenter. What to expect * A Zoom event featuring concise, punchy presentations or demos from our selected suppliers, followed by a dedicated Q&A. * The option to ask anonymous questions throughout, helping you obtain the insights that matter most. * Chat functionality to share thoughts and discuss propositions with fellow buyer members on the call. Register for Part One here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001043]
Meeting
Buyer Only 05 March 2026
Quarterly Northwest Buyer Meet
Connect with a small group of buyers to expand your local network and discuss pressing industry issues. Whether you’re new to the sector or established in your role, this quarterly meeting is designed to support you in your professional journey. Through thought-provoking discussions relevant to all programme sizes, we welcome participants either based in Northwest England or with regional travel within their remit. Key Takeaways • Establish and strengthen valuable connections • Learn from our diverse community and raise your profile in business travel • Foster collaborations that contribute to positive industry change What to Expect • A roundtable meeting with up to 15 buyers in a relaxed setting - Lunch included • Open to all buyers, with seats allocated on a first-come, first-served basis • Dietary requirements will be accommodated Note: This event is exclusively for Travel Managers.
Meeting
Buyer Only 05 March 2026
Chair’s Lunch: Platinum Edition
As part of ITM’s 70-year celebration, this Platinum Edition will be hosted by a former ITM Chair or influential figure from our community. Connect with a small group of buyers to expand your network and debate pressing issues. Whether new to the industry or established in your role, this event aims to inspire thought-provoking discussion applicable to all programme sizes. Key takeaways * Establish and build valuable connections. * Learn from our diverse community and raise your profile within business travel. * Develop collaborations that contribute to positive change within the industry. What to expect * Round table meeting format with up to 15 buyers hosted by ITM's Chair in a relaxed setting. * Open to all buyers, seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. * Dietary requirements you may have can be accommodated. Rated by your peers "The discussion was so informative as always, and we delved into a couple of other
Showcase
Buyer Only 12 March 2026
TMC Showcase
This quick-fire format pushes each presenter to demonstrate what makes them an ideal partner. They’ll highlight key developments and innovations, and show how their solutions have adapted to meet the evolving needs of travel buyers and travellers in a constantly shifting landscape. Key takeaways * Benchmark suppliers and understand how they compare. * Discover what’s new across both established and emerging providers. * Ask anonymous questions directly to each presenter. What to expect * A Zoom event featuring concise, punchy presentations or demos from our selected suppliers, followed by a dedicated Q&A. * The option to ask anonymous questions throughout, helping you obtain the insights that matter most. * Chat functionality to share thoughts and discuss propositions with fellow buyer members on the call. Register for Part Two here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001044]
