GBTA - Tennessee

GBTA - Tennessee GBTA - Tennessee is an official chapter of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).

TBTA was founded in 1994 and is an official chapter of the Global Business Travel Association. TBTA is the premier professional trade organization providing a forum for the exchange of ideas between managers of corporate travel, travel industry suppliers, and regulatory agencies. TBTA is committed to enhancing the travel profession by sponsoring educational and informational programs for its membe

rs, and by providing top-rated speakers to address travel-related issues, concerns and current "hot topic" items. TBTA is an excellent venue for the sharing of travel-related information and professional expertise, and is an organization focused on perfecting the science of business travel management. We bring travel industry suppliers and buyers together for professional development and successful networking opportunities that produce results. TBTA is an official chapter of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), whose members represent corporate travel and meetings executives, major corporations and travel suppliers throughout the world. TBTA along with the global organization, provides our members with information on travel and meetings technology, services, legislation, security, benchmarking and costs that affect the business travel and meetings industry.

From all of us at GBTA Tennessee, we hope this season brings a sense of renewal, bright moments, and hopeful beginnings....
04/20/2025

From all of us at GBTA Tennessee, we hope this season brings a sense of renewal, bright moments, and hopeful beginnings. Here's to fresh starts, warm connections, and the promise of good things ahead. 🌸🐣🌺🪺🌷🌼

Happy Easter!

Join us for Coffee O’Clock, an in-person networking event at the vibrant Caption by Hyatt Nashville Downtown The Gulch o...
04/09/2025

Join us for Coffee O’Clock, an in-person networking event at the vibrant Caption by Hyatt Nashville Downtown The Gulch on Wednesday, April 16, from 8:30–10:30 AM CST.

Enjoy a casual morning of coffee, conversation, and connections with fellow travel and business professionals. Whether you're a longtime member or new to the group, this is a great opportunity to engage with industry peers in a relaxed setting.

Thank you to today’s  April Chapter Meeting platinum partner  It’s a beautiful day for our GBTA | TN meeting! We are so ...
04/08/2025

Thank you to today’s April Chapter Meeting platinum partner

It’s a beautiful day for our GBTA | TN meeting! We are so excited to gather with everyone and learn from Shals Iyer about cool tips, hip tech to expand our meetings!

Reminders:
🔸All times are Central CST
🔸Buffet will start at 11:15am
🔸Program will start promptly at 11:30
🔸 Valet parking is $15 - rideshare is highly encouraged
🔸Meeting will be held in the Main Gallery

See you soon!

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04/07/2025

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Nashville Travel Buyers & Meeting Planners! Get ready to revolutionize your meetings! 💥 Join us for a FREE, in-person tr...
04/02/2025

Nashville Travel Buyers & Meeting Planners!

Get ready to revolutionize your meetings! 💥

Join us for a FREE, in-person travel buyer workshop on April 8th, 9-11am, before our GBTA TN Chapter Meeting at The Bankers Alley Hotel. We're talking sustainable meetings, contracting challenges, data solutions, and so much more! Hosted by and led by , this workshop is packed with gamification and collaborative problem-solving.

Don't miss out on this chance to connect with peers and drive innovation!

🚀 GBTA Tennessee April Chapter Meeting 🚀Innovation is reshaping the way we plan meetings! Join us at The Bankers Alley H...
04/02/2025

🚀 GBTA Tennessee April Chapter Meeting 🚀

Innovation is reshaping the way we plan meetings! Join us at The Bankers Alley Hotel as Shalini (Shals) Iyer takes us on a deep dive into the trends, technologies, and strategies that will define successful events in 2025 and beyond.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 8, 11am-1pm CST
📍 Location: The Bankers Alley Hotel
🎤 Speaker: Shalini (Shals) Iyer

From emerging marketplace tools to cost-saving innovations, gain the insights you need to optimize your meetings and drive exceptional value. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your events and ensure you continue to Thrive in 2025!

Register Today!

“The band got us back together for our first GBTA Tennessee Connection of 2025! 🎶🎸 Huge thanks to the incredible staff a...
03/28/2025

“The band got us back together for our first GBTA Tennessee Connection of 2025! 🎶🎸 Huge thanks to the incredible staff and leadership at The Dream Nashville’s Snitch venue, located in historic Printer’s Alley, for hosting us, and to for an amazing performance. What an incredible group of people—we had a blast and can’t wait to get back together soon! ”

Meet the GBTA | Tennessee board! This month’s feature is Mary Macchio! From costumes to connection, decorations and ever...
03/21/2025

Meet the GBTA | Tennessee board! This month’s feature is Mary Macchio! From costumes to connection, decorations and every themed detail in between, Mary takes every idea and turns it into a masterpiece. ☘️

Name: Mary Macchio

Title / Company: Director of Sales/Hyatt Place Nashville Green Hills

Hobbies: Gardening, 🪴👩‍🌾 Wine Tasting 🍷, Spending time w/ my husband, 2 dogs and our Church family

Favorite Community Organization / Volunteer Opportunity: Rescue 1 Global and any Animal Rescue 🐱🐶

Favorite Place to Travel: anywhere there is a beach🏝️ also Ireland & Switzerland

Favorite place to go/things to do in Tennessee: Grand Ole Opry, Cheekwood Gardens, Ga***rd Christmas 🎄

What do you love the most about being on the board of GBTA | Tennessee: Getting to work side by side with so many great people, the opportunity to meet more people and connect them to GBTA! 🧡

GBTA | Tennessee Superlative: “Most Likely to Be the One Where You Take the Theme & Run With It!” 🎭🎨✨ Thank you, Mary, for always going above and beyond to bring our visions to life! 🌟

03/14/2025

We're thrilled to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who joined us for our sold-out March GBTA Tennessee chapter meeting, which was a resounding success! Your energy and participation are the driving force behind our meetings' triumph. A special thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Nashville Airport Marriott, for hosting us and providing an outstanding experience. We're grateful for your efforts, Courtney Lineberger, and were delighted by the thoughtful GBTA-themed cookies you surprised us with. We're also excited to welcome our new Platinum Sponsor, Air Canada. Thank you, Lupita Cardiel, for sharing the innovative ways Air Canada is connecting travelers from BNA to destinations worldwide. We're honored to have you as part of the GBTA Tennessee family. In celebration of Women's History Month, we took a moment to reflect on and share stories of women who have inspired us, both historically and personally. This powerful tribute served as a reminder of the profound impact strong, resilient women have had on our lives and careers. We also recognized our GBTA Tennessee Cares recipient, Global 1 Rescue, and learned about their vital work in combating human trafficking. Their mission is crucial, and we now have a deeper understanding of how we can support their efforts and report suspicious activity to make a difference. Finally, our keynote speaker, Amy Brodrick, delivered an insightful session on resilience and its importance in navigating the unexpected challenges of the travel industry. From duty of care during natural disasters to post-crisis debriefing and intentional reflection after high-demand periods, Amy emphasized the importance of self-care, preparation, and finding your tribe to sustain success in our industry. 🧡

It’s a beautiful day for our GBTA | Tennessee March Chapter Meeting! We’re excited to come together today to connect, le...
03/11/2025

It’s a beautiful day for our GBTA | Tennessee March Chapter Meeting! We’re excited to come together today to connect, learn, and dive into strategies for tackling turbulence in business travel with ☀️✈️☁️

A huge thank you to our Platinum Partner, Nashville Airport Marriott, for hosting us!

Important Reminders:
🔸 All times are Central (CST) ⏱️
🔸 Program begins promptly at 11:30 AM 💻
🔸 Complimentary parking is available 🅿️
🔸 Meeting location: Cheekwood Ballroom

We can’t wait to see everyone soon!

In honor of International Women's Day, GBTA-Tennessee proudly recognizes the accomplished women serving on our Chapter's...
03/06/2025

In honor of International Women's Day, GBTA-Tennessee proudly recognizes the accomplished women serving on our Chapter's Board of Directors - Ronni, Shannon, Sabrina, Scarlett, Abigail, Annie, Heather, Mary and Liz. These ladies gathered yesterday for their 3rd BOD meeting of the year, fostering meaningful discussions, and driving momentum as we prepare & plan for 2025 chapter programs, scholarships, and initiatives. As we spring forward, (see what we did there? 😉) we're excited to unveil future meeting topics and speakers in the coming weeks. 🩷📅💪🏻

📣 Shoutout to the team at the Nashville Airport Marriott for hosting us and providing delicious snacks that sparked our creativity! ⚡️🧠⭐️

Leaving you with a quote from one of the women we inspire in the travel industry… ✈️

"Preparation, I have often said, is rightly two-thirds of any venture." -Amelia Earhart 🧡

For the first quarter of 2025,  is supporting  Rescue 1 Global seeks to create a culture of change by educating on the c...
03/06/2025

For the first quarter of 2025, is supporting

Rescue 1 Global seeks to create a culture of change by educating on the complexities of slavery and human trafficking to identify the red flags in their communities.

At our March chapter meeting, we will be collecting donations of full-size toiletries to support those in need. Please consider bringing any of the following items:

* Shampoo
* Conditioner
* Body wash
* Deodorant
* Soap
* Toothpaste�
Your generosity makes a difference! Thank you for your support.

Meet the GBTA | Tennessee board! This month’s feature is the only and only Elizabeth Harris! Joining the board as a hote...
02/21/2025

Meet the GBTA | Tennessee board! This month’s feature is the only and only Elizabeth Harris! Joining the board as a hotelier, Liz has jumped right in bringing her positive energy and charm to our Chapter!

Name: Elizabeth Harris 🧡

Title / Company: Dual BT Sales Manager

Hobbies: going to concerts 🎶 & traveling✈️

Favorite Community Organization / Volunteer Opportunity: Team Rubicon & Hands on Nashville 🇺🇸 🙌🏻

Favorite Place to Travel: The beach & 🏝️ anywhere I haven’t been! 📍

Favorite place to go/things to do in Tennessee: kayak the Duck or Harpeth, attend a concert at one of Nashville’s many awesome venues, hang out with the penguins 🐧 at the Chattanooga Aquarium, all lake activities! 🌊

What do you love the most about being on the board of GBTA | Tennessee: the overall sense of camaraderie and drive to make a difference amongst fellow members 🧡💪🏻

GBTA | Tennessee Superlative (what you were awarded at the Board Retreat): Super Includer & Keeper of the Peace 🕊️☮️

📢 GBTA Tennessee March Chapter Meeting & Luncheon 📢Join us as we explore resilience in travel—from duty of care during d...
02/20/2025

📢 GBTA Tennessee March Chapter Meeting & Luncheon 📢

Join us as we explore resilience in travel—from duty of care during disasters to post-crisis reflection and intentional planning.

✨ Featuring keynote speaker Founder & CEO of Walk In It, this session will help shift from reactive crisis management to proactive resilience-building.

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 1:10 PM CST

📍 Don’t miss it!

"Let the beauty of what you love be what you do." Wishing all of our members, guests, sponsors and business travelers a ...
02/14/2025

"Let the beauty of what you love be what you do." Wishing all of our members, guests, sponsors and business travelers a very Happy Valentine's Day ! 💕💌✈️

This week, we gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn & Home 2 Suites on West End for a transformative  discussion “Beyond The...
02/12/2025

This week, we gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn & Home 2 Suites on West End for a transformative discussion “Beyond The Booking”, harnessing the collective expertise of a high-powered panel of Nashville Travel Managers!!!

Our expert panel included :
🧡 Tricia Alsup - Travel Manager- Dollar General
❤️ Greta Beard - Senior Procurement Manager - Wellpath
🧡 Dena Nessari - Director, Corporate Travel Services - Community Health Systems
❤️ Heather Rawlings -Travel Manager, HCA Healthcare

These women shared their valuable insights and perspectives while tackling crucial topics such as
✅ strategic travel management
✈️ duty of care and risk management
📱 technology and innovation
🌱 sustainable and corporate responsibility
💰 rising costs, future trends and challenges
🤝 supplier relationships and negotiations

We extend our deepest gratitude to the amazing for sharing his time with us by moderating the panel with his signature energy 🎤✨Special thanks to Platinum Sponsor Hilton Garden Inn Home 2 Suites Nashville West End for hosting us and 70 registered members & guests, making this our 2nd SOLD OUT 🥳 meeting of 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣🏨 !!!!!!

What was your biggest takeaway from the panel discussion? 🌎 💼 ✈️ ✏️
🧡❤️🧡❤️

🚨 Travel Pros, You Don’t Want to Miss This! 🚨Join us for an engaging Travel Manager Panel Session 🎤✨ hosted by GBTA Tenn...
01/29/2025

🚨 Travel Pros, You Don’t Want to Miss This! 🚨

Join us for an engaging Travel Manager Panel Session 🎤✨ hosted by GBTA Tennessee! Hear from seasoned corporate travel managers as they share insights on navigating the ever-changing world of business travel. 🌎✈️

📌 What’s on the agenda?
✅ Best practices in travel program management 🏆
✅ Emerging trends: sustainability & traveler well-being 🌱💆‍♂️
✅ Tackling rising costs & duty-of-care challenges 💰⚖️

💡 Suppliers, this is your chance! Get inside knowledge on decision-makers’ priorities and expectations—helping you tailor your offerings & build stronger partnerships. 🔑🤝

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and stay ahead! 🚀

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P. O. Box 293037
Nashville, TN
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