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Sponsored By Amex GBT, British Airways, American Airlines, Navan, BCD Travel, FCM


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An ITM Signature Event


Discover all the details about our Trending event, including the full agenda, at 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.

Partners & Sponsors

Other
edyn Group

Title Sponsor

American Airlines

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

Amex GBT

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

BCD Travel

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

British Airways

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

FCM

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

Navan

Speakers

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Gemma King

Vice President, Global Corporate Travel | Omnicom Group

Jo Lloyd

Head of Global Account Management and Consulting | FCM

Emma Jones

Vice President, Multinational Client Management EMEA | Amex GBT

Jon Wear

Director of Transformation | British Airways

Venue

Holiday Inn London - Bloomsbury

About Venue

Address

Coram St

London, Greater London, United Kingdom, WC1N 1HT

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Public Transportation

By Train

By Tube

Parking

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Registration Fee
Connect IP Buyer £ 49.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect Buyer £ 49.00 (Ex. VAT)
Business Supplier Free
Business Buyer Free
Connect Supplier £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect IP Supplier £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Business IP Supplier Free
Business IP Buyer Free
Registration Closes

Friday Feb 06, 2026

1:30 PM Europe/London
Event Time

Thursday Feb 12, 2026

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Europe/London
Venue

Holiday Inn London - Bloomsbury

London

PARTNERS & SPONSORS

UPCOMING EVENTS

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]
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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]
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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]
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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.
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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
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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]
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Webinar

All Member 18 March 2026

Neurodiversity & Air Travel

Are travellers’ neurodiversity needs truly being met throughout the air travel journey? What more must be done to ensure that airlines and their service models fully accommodate travellers with diverse cognitive, sensory, and communication needs? As part of our ongoing commitment to support our wonderfully diverse community, we continue to work with partners across the travel ecosystem to inspire genuinely inclusive programmes, products, and services. Following our recent webinar exploring Neurodiversity & the Airport Traveller Experience, this follow-up session turns the focus to Airlines & Neurodiversity. We will look at the onboard experience, pre-flight communication, crew training, seating and cabin considerations, environmental triggers, and the practical steps airlines are taking — or need to take — to support neurodiverse travellers more effectively. Join Tiffany Casson of Intel as she leads a discussion with accessibility experts Anna-Ruth Cockerham and Christianna Best, sharing lived experiences, current initiatives, and opportunities for meaningful improvement within the airline environment.
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Networking

All Member 19 March 2026

Evening Tea Bus Tour

Join us for a unique and quintessentially British experience for Brigit's Bakery "Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour", hosted aboard a beautifully restored 1960s Routemaster bus and open to all ITM Business members. Departing from Brigit’s Bakery in Covent Garden, this afternoon experience combines relaxed networking with sightseeing, offering guests the chance to enjoy high-quality catering while taking in London’s iconic streets from a truly memorable setting. Guests will be welcomed at the bakery before boarding the bus for an 80–90 minute journey through the capital, enjoying a classic afternoon tea served on board. Designed to comfortably accommodate around 26 guests, the experience offers an intimate and informal environment, ideal for connecting with fellow members in a distinctive setting.
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Meeting

Buyer Only 24 March 2026

Buyer Knowledge Exchange: Dedicated Topic

Virtual confidential forum for buyers to meet, share challenges and sense check their approach to key travel management issues. Each month 25+ like-minded buyers come together to discuss current priorities, compare thinking, and explore practical solutions. It’s an opportunity to gain reassurance, broaden your perspective, and raise concerns in a trusted space. This edition will run as a dedicated topic session, centred on one focused area chosen by the buyer community. Key takeaways * A sounding board for the latest industry changes * Confidence that your focus is on the right areas * Peer-to-peer advice and practical considerations * Shared experiences to help anticipate challenges What to expect * Zoom meeting format, with cameras encouraged to support participation * The option to suggest topics for discussion during registration * Time allocated for additional questions and follow-up connections * Option to contribute via the chat function if you prefer not to speak * Closed Captioning
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Webinar

Supplier Only 26 March 2026

Buyer Insights

HOSTED BY KERRY DOUGLAS AND A TRAVEL BUYER GUEST, THIS CONCISE 30-MINUTE INDUSTRY UPDATE DELIVERS KEY INSIGHTS SOURCED DIRECTLY FROM OUR BUYER KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE (BKE) HELD JUST TWO DAYS PRIOR. GAIN VALUABLE, TIMELY PERSPECTIVES TO STAY INFORMED ON THE LATEST TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY. 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 throughout the event using the Q&A tab. * Closed Captioning is available for this event. Rated by
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