ITM Spring Conference 2026

Sponsored By FCM, Enterprise Mobility, Doubletree by Hilton Brighton Metropole, Amex GBT, easyJet, Conferma, Avanti West Coast, Meliã Hotels International, Optimiser, The Production Department, Event Cycle, Stitch, Hilton, Reed & Mackay, Virgin Atlantic, Delta Air Lines, Blacklane, AirPlus, Eurostar, Situ, temoji, Emburse, Atriis, Etihad Airways, Healix International, Yotel, Take2Eton, Navan, Direct Travel, Concur, Visa, Nomadic, Front, Amadeus Cytric, Talma, United Airlines, ALTOUR, American Airlines, British Airways, Uber For Business, BCD Travel, CTM, Headbox, LNER, Hertz

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ITM Spring Conference 2026

SPRINGBOARD takes place between 29 - 30 April 2026 in Brighton

To see our full event agenda, speakers and much more, visit our dedicated Conference site: S pringboard

Educational Highlights

In addition to the plenaries on the main stage, we provide focused sessions to deliver content relevant to your role.

• Plenaries: Be inspired by travel leaders and influential speakers globally recognised for their pioneering thinking and ingenuity.

• Buyer Knowledge Exchange: An in-person edition of our renowned Buyer Knowledge Exchange, uniting buyers with a topical agenda to help overcome common challenges and foster connections.

• ITM Cares Session: Previously known as our buyer/sponsor session, this connects our partners with the buyer community through an interactive activity that supports local charities.

• Industry Sessions: Choose from a variety of concise educational breakouts covering topics relevant across all sectors.

Networking & Socials

With over 19 hours of networking opportunities, you’ll have plenty of ways to connect with the business travel community throughout the conference.

Networking Hall: Our expo is the heart of the conference, a lively hub for delegates to discover the latest industry trends and engage with others in the community.

Welcome Party | Expo Happy Hour | Chair’s Party | Gala Dinner & Awards: Participate in a range of exciting social events designed to build lasting professional connections.

The ITM Conference Awards
During the Gala Dinner, we will honour our members for their outstanding contributions to the business travel community. There are two award categories recognising individuals who have demonstrated excellence or made significant contributions to their organisations, travel programmes, the industry, or ITM.

Creating an Inclusive & Sustainable Conference

ITM is committed to delivering a sustainable and inclusive conference experience. We actively promote initiatives that bring our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) values to life, ensuring an unparalleled delegate experience.

The ITM Buddy Programme: Sign up via registration for our Buddy Programme, designed to welcome solo attendees, those new to ITM/the industry, or those who find social events challenging to navigate. Groups are paired with a friendly buddy from our team of Board Directors and conference veterans, ready to offer support.

Already registered? Please contact secretariat@itm.org.uk to express your interest in joining the programme.

Wellbeing Hub
Take advantage of our quiet room as a safe space to unwind and recharge. Enjoy a drink of your choice as you take a moment for yourself, and explore our Wellbeing Hub for resources and activities designed to help you pause, reflect and return to the day feeling refreshed

Additionally, our Buddy Corners provide opportunities for individuals to connect with others before and during events, ensuring no one experiences the conference alone.

Delegate Pricing

To attend SpringBoard, you must be an ITM Business Member. Current ITM Connect Members can pay for their membership upgrade and delegate fee simultaneously.

Note: The Connect Member Delegate fee includes 12 months of ITM Business Membership.

Get Involved

Stay updated with the latest announcements by following us on LinkedIn. Join the conversation using #ITM2026

Interested in sponsoring the event? Contact Chris Goring, Head of Business Development, to learn about our partnership opportunities.

Testimonials

"Excellent organisation with great content. The timing of speakers and sessions were very well timed with a great venue. First time attended and gained so much value, could not fault the entire set up."

"The networking opportunities were just fab. We attend to not only learn but also for relationship building and you gave us plenty of options to do that...as well as providing some great entertainment. The Gala dinner in particular was brilliant"

Partners & Sponsors

Material

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Venue

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Kings Road

Brighton, Sussex, United Kingdom, BN1 2FU

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Registration Fee

Business - Supplier £ 975.00 (Ex. VAT)

Business - IP Supplier £ 975.00 (Ex. VAT)

Business - IP Buyer Free

Connect - IP Supplier £ 1314.00 (Ex. VAT)

Connect - IP Buyer £ 289.00 (Ex. VAT)

Connect - Supplier £ 1314.00 (Ex. VAT)

Business - Buyer Free

Connect - Buyer £ 289.00 (Ex. VAT)

Registration Closes

Wednesday Apr 29, 2026

8:00 PM Europe/London

Event Starts

Wednesday Apr 29, 2026

9:45 AM Europe/London

Event Ends

Thursday Apr 30, 2026

11:45 PM Europe/London

Venue

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

Brighton

PARTNERS & SPONSORS

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