Join our expert panel as we delve deeper into the social side of ESG and discuss how travel managers can build social consideration into their sourcing and travel programme management. We will open the session with a short presentation from Social Enterprise UK and the Living Wage foundation before we move into a panel discussion with two exceptional buyers who are passionate about ensuring their travel programmes consider their social responsibilities and impact.

Virtual confidential forum for buyers to meet, share challenges, and validate their approach and checklist considerations. Each month 25+ like-minded buyers meet to discuss their approach to key travel management topics. This is an opportunity for you to seek advice, gain a different perspective and raise concerns. Key takeaways * A sounding board for the latest industry changes. * Validate that your focus is on the right areas. * Advice on considerations and a sense check on your approach. What to expect * Zoom meeting format where delegates are encouraged to switch their camera on to aid participation. * Themes are collated from each registration form to guide the meeting agenda and circulated to the group a day prior to the event. * Time is allocated during the session for additional questions and connections made for further discussion offline. * Contributions can

We are excited to return to Dublin for an afternoon of insightful and engaging discussion plus networking. The afternoon will start with an in-person buyer roundtable before we welcome our supplier partners to join us. During the event we will address key industry topics such as NDC, accessibility, mobility, how the focus of travel programmes is changing and what all this means for partnerships, the traveller and the customer experience.   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 * 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

Following June's ITM Buyer Knowledge Exchange, the subject of accessibility within travel programmes was raised for discussion. It was evident that most buyers are in the process of reviewing how to evaluate and build accessibility consideration and support into current programme and policy. The subject, as with many, requires strong internal stakeholder engagement and alignment so how and where do Travel Managers start? This dedicated 90mins BKE will be limited to 25 buyers only to support conversation amongst the group to share thoughts, views, ideas and current practices. As such the event is open to business members only. This is a working session, and everyone will be encouraged to participate. Prior to the event you will be able to review the work that GBTA have completed within their recently released accessibility toolkit [https://hub.gbta.org/accessibility-toolkit]. The session will be moderated by Louise Kilgannon from FESTIVE ROAD. Note: There are only 25 places available for this

Virtual confidential forum for buyers to meet, share challenges, and validate their approach and checklist considerations. Each month 25+ like-minded buyers meet to discuss their approach to key travel management topics. This is an opportunity for you to seek advice, gain a different perspective and raise concerns. Key takeaways * A sounding board for the latest industry changes. * Validate that your focus is on the right areas. * Advice on considerations and a sense check on your approach. What to expect * Zoom meeting format where delegates are encouraged to switch their camera on to aid participation. * Themes are collated from each registration form to guide the meeting agenda and circulated to the group a day prior to the event. * Time is allocated during the session for additional questions and connections made for further discussion offline. * Contributions can

A concise 30-minute industry update using buyer insights taken from our Buyer Knowledge Exchange (BKE) two days prior to the event.   Gain a perspective on how the industry is responding by asking questions and getting further context on the topics that were discussed.   Key takeaways * Identify opportunities directly from your target audience. * Get a better understanding of the drivers and barriers to key buyer decisions.  * Take advantage of a consolidated overview of the buyer challenges your customers are facing. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with discussion points and poll results presented for further clarity. * Chat function available during the event for peer networking. * Ask questions before the event during registration and throughout the event using the Q&A tab. * Closed Captioning is available for this event. [https://dkbmbajk8ggfc.cloudfront.net/image/bi.png] Rated by you: how your peers have benefitted

During this virtual event, you'll hear from some of our industry's most innovative and forward thinking sustainability champaions. Through engaging presentations and interactive demonstrations, these companies will showcase their cutting-edge solutions and showcase the latest trends and developments in the sustainability world.   The quick-fire format will focus the presenters' minds to showcase what makes them the ideal partner in these challenging times and how they have pivoted their business to support the changing needs of the travel buyer and traveller. Key takeaways * Benchmark your current sustainability initiatives. * Discover what the latest advancements. * Ask anonymous questions directly to the showcase presenters What to expect * A Zoom event consisting of a concise, punchy presentation/demo followed by a Q&A section from each of our 4 carefully selected suppliers. * Ask anonymous questions to the speakers during their presentations to obtain the information that you want answers to.

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 Chair, Nikki Parsons 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 you: how your peers have benefitted "The discussion was so informative as always, and we delved into a couple of other topics of interest, which was

An open, honest and safe space for you to ask a panel of expert buyers the questions that matter to you. Live only, this is a rare opportunity for you to reverse the dynamic and question buyers without judgement. Submit your questions via registration to avoid disappointment, or live on the day to give you full flexibility. Key takeaways * Validate best practices and gain invaluable insights. * Get to the heart of the issues affecting your sector. * You can ask any question in confidence without being judged. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with tiled speakers and chat functionality. * Topics are collated using the topics submitted by members during registration. * Questions submitted in advance take priority, however, you can ask additional questions. * This is a live-only event and is therefore not available via ITM OnDemand. [https://dkbmbajk8ggfc.cloudfront.net/image/IMOB.png]   Rated by

During this virtual event, you'll hear from some of our industry's most innovative and newest technology companies. Through engaging presentations and interactive demonstrations, these companies will showcase their cutting-edge solutions and showcase the latest trends and developments in the tech world.   The quick-fire format will focus the presenters' minds to showcase what makes them the ideal partner in these challenging times and how they have pivoted their business to support the changing needs of the travel buyer and traveller. Key takeaways * Benchmark your current technology partner against their competitors. * Discover what is new in the world of tech. * Ask anonymous questions directly to the showcase presenters What to expect * A Zoom event consisting of a concise, punchy presentation/demo followed by a Q&A section from each of our 4 carefully selected suppliers. * Ask anonymous questions to the speakers during their presentations to obtain the information