GBTA Bay Area

The early bird will end after 5pm today! https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Secure your spot now – only 60 seats available, and buyers attend for free. 📅 Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyers Only Happy Hour 🕔 5:00 - 7:00 PM: Open to All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova, 111 Broadway, Oakland Join industry leaders and travel professionals for an evening of connection and collaboration. Our special guest, Stephen Baiter, Executive Director of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, will share the latest economic insights affecting Bay Area travel, business activity, real estate, and more from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy delectable refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while you network. 🍹✨ A big thank you to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! Don't miss this chance to expand your network and ignite new collaborations. RSVP now! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

All About Networking!

The early bird will end this Friday! https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Secure your spot now – only 60 seats available, and buyers attend for free. 📅 Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyers Only Happy Hour 🕔 5:00 - 7:00 PM: Open to All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova, 111 Broadway, Oakland Join industry leaders and travel professionals for an evening of connection and collaboration. Our special guest, Stephen Baiter, Executive Director of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, will share the latest economic insights affecting Bay Area travel, business activity, real estate, and more from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy delectable refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while you network. 🍹✨ A big thank you to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! Don't miss this chance to expand your network and ignite new collaborations. RSVP now! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

Boost your networking skills at our "All About Networking!" event! 🤝🎉 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Secure your spot now – only 60 seats available, and buyers attend for free. 📅 Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyers Only Happy Hour 🕔 5:00 - 7:00 PM: Open to All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova, 111 Broadway, Oakland Join industry leaders and travel professionals for an evening of connection and collaboration. Our special guest, Stephen Baiter, Executive Director of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, will share the latest economic insights affecting Bay Area travel, business activity, real estate, and more from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy delectable refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while you network. 🍹✨ A big thank you to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! Don't miss this chance to expand your network and ignite new collaborations. RSVP now! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

We are limited to 60 attendees, and did I mention that it's complimentary for buyers? Secure your ticket before they're gone! 😄 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY 📅 Save the Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyer's Only Happy Hours 🕓 5:00 - 7:00 PM: All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova - 111 Broadway, Oakland Special thanks to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

We are limited to 60 attendees, and did I mention that it's complimentary for buyers? Secure your ticket before they're gone! 😄 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY 📅 Save the Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyer's Only Happy Hours 🕓 5:00 - 7:00 PM: All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova - 111 Broadway, Oakland Special thanks to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

Get ready to elevate your networking game! 🤝 Join us for an unforgettable evening at our "All About Networking!" event 🎉 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Limited to 60 attendees, and admission is complimentary for buyers. 📅 Save the Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyer's Only Happy Hours 🕓 5:00 - 7:00 PM: All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova - 111 Broadway, Oakland This exclusive gathering is designed for industry leaders and travel professionals like you! Connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships in a vibrant atmosphere. Stephen Baiter, Executive Director of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, will be our guest speaker for the Buyers Only session from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. We will hear some of the latest economic data and trends affecting Bay Area travel, business activity, real estate, and more. Enjoy delicious refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while mingling with fellow attendees. 🍹✨ Special thanks to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! Don't miss this golden opportunity to expand your network and ignite exciting collaborations. RSVP now to secure your spot! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

Get ready to elevate your networking game! 🤝 Join us for an unforgettable evening at our "All About Networking!" event 🎉 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Limited to 60 attendees, and admission is complimentary for buyers. 📅 Save the Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Buyer's Only Happy Hours 🕓 5:00 - 7:00 PM: All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova - 111 Broadway, Oakland This exclusive gathering is designed for industry leaders and travel professionals like you! Connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships in a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy delicious refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while mingling with fellow attendees. 🍹✨ Special thanks to our hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes this event possible! Don't miss this golden opportunity to expand your network and ignite exciting collaborations. RSVP now to secure your spot! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

🌟 Thank You for an Amazing Joint Education Day! 🌟 We want to extend a HUGE thank you to all the members and guests who attended the Joint Education Day on May 9! The event was a tremendous success thanks to your participation and enthusiasm. From the great networking to the insightful panels and top-notch content, it was a day to remember! A special shout-out to our Title Sponsor, Skyteam, for making this event possible. We also extend our sincere thanks to our Gold Sponsors, Alaska Airlines and SAP Concur, for their generous support. Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to our additional Gold Sponsors: Motel 6, United Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Uber. Your contributions were invaluable. Thank you to our Buyer Meeting Sponsor, Brex, for your support. And finally, our event wouldn't have been the same without our Trade Show Sponsors: Hertz, Lufthansa Group, Jay, Westin San Francisco, Axiom Hotel, Enterprise/National, Luma Hotel, Black Tie Transportation, CTM, Southwest Airlines, and Huntington Hotel Group. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We also want to extend a special thank you to all our panel speakers and moderators. Your expertise and insights were crucial in making this event so enriching and engaging. Thank you all for making this event exceptional. Here's to many more successful events in the future! #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #GBTASiliconValley #JointEducationDay #Networking #ThankYou #Sponsors #Grateful

Get ready to elevate your networking game! 🤝 Join us for an unforgettable evening at our upcoming event - "All About Networking!" 🎉 https://lnkd.in/dpxAsCaY Space is limited to 60 attendees, and admission is complimentary for buyers. 📅 Save the Date: Thursday, June 20th 🕓 4:00 - 5:00 PM - Buyer's Only Happy Hours 🕓 5:00 - 7:00 PM - All Members & Guests 📍 Location: Bocanova - 111 Broadway, Oakland This exclusive gathering is tailor-made for industry leaders and travel professionals like you! It's your chance to connect, collaborate, and cultivate meaningful relationships in a vibrant atmosphere. And that's not all! Indulge in delectable refreshments and hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Oakland Airport while mingling with fellow attendees. 🍹✨ A big shoutout to our gracious hosts Bocanova and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, and heartfelt gratitude to our Diamond Sponsors - United Airlines, Black Tie Transportation, and Navan. Your support makes events like these possible! Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to expand your network and spark exciting collaborations. RSVP now to secure your spot! See you there! 🌐 #GBTA #GBTABayArea #BusinessTravel #NetworkingEvent #IndustryLeaders #TravelPros #ConnectionsThatCount

Cheers to all the incredible moms on Mother's Day, from the GBTA Bay Area Chapter! 🌟 Today, we honor the endless love, resilience, and guidance that mothers provide. Near or far, let's make sure to shower them with appreciation for all they do. Here's to a day filled with laughter, love, and beautiful memories. #MothersDay #GBTABayArea

We're immensely grateful for the support of our sponsors who make GBTA Annual Joint Education Day on May 9th possible! Thanks to these amazing partners, we're able to deliver an exceptional learning experience! Title Sponsor: SkyTeam Delta Air Lines KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Air France Virgin Atlantic Gold Sponsor: Alaska Airlines Buyer Session: Brex Silver Sponsors: Uber for Business United Airlines Motel 6 Qatar Airways GBTA Joint Education Day is happening on May 9th at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport. Featuring the amazing keynote speaker Kjarsten Philipsen from BCD Travel and our outstanding buyer and supplier panel! Supplier Panel Moderator: Barbara A., FESTIVE ROAD Supplier Panel: Jonathan DiCesare, United Airlines Justin Schuster, Spotnana Norm Rose, Travel Tech Consulting, Inc. Will Pinnell, HRS Group Buyer Panel Moderator: Carey Pascoe, CCTE, Dolby Laboratories Buyer Panel: Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager, F5 Inc. Sean Parham, Sr. Manager Travel & Meeting Services, Discord Ronda Gill, Global Travel and Meetings, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. #GBTABayArea #GBTASiliconValley #TravelManagement #BusinessTravel #EducationDay #BusinessTravelInsights #Networking #CorporateMeetings #Innovation #SiliconValley

✈️ It was wonderful to see so many eager travelers gathered together. A special shoutout to Kevin Coffey for sharing his wealth of knowledge and those amazing travel hacks. 🙌 Your tips will surely make our next adventures smoother and more enjoyable! Let's keep exploring and learning together. Stay tuned for more exciting events to come. Safe travels, everyone! 🌍 #GBTABayArea #businesstravel #SmartTravel #TravelTips #Gratitude

Register today! Don't delay!! GBTA Joint Education Day is happening on May 9th at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport. Featuring the amazing keynote speaker Kjarsten Philipsen from BCD Travel and our outstanding buyer and supplier panel! Step into the future of business travel at our Annual Joint Education Day! Hear the experts' discussions and discover strategies to reshape corporate travel programs, ensuring continued relevance and value in the ever-evolving landscape. Register at https://lnkd.in/gxYRbYFG Moderator: Barbara A., Festive Road Supplier Panel: Jonathan DiCesare, United Airlines Justin Schuster, Spotnana Norm Rose, Travel Tech Consulting, Inc. Buyer Panel: Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager, F5 Inc. Sean Parham, Sr. Manager Travel & Meeting Services, Discord Ronda Gill, Global Travel and Meetings, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Take a look at the Sponsorship Catalog for opportunities to showcase your products and services in front of travel buyers. https://lnkd.in/gfRumjaP #GBTASiliconValley #GBTABayArea #TravelManagement #BusinessTravel #EducationDay #BusinessTravelInsights #Networking #CorporateMeetings #Innovation #SiliconValley

Registration is OPEN now! Grab your seat while it's still available! https://lnkd.in/gXkegSPy Detective Kevin Coffey, renowned as "The Scholar of Thievery," will present updated street-smart travel advice, drawing from his LAPD detective background. His presentation covers diverse topics, from pre-departure considerations to pickpocket prevention and medical emergencies. With media features and corporate engagements, attendees gain invaluable insights for safer travels, making his presentation a must-attend event. Thursday, April 18 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Marker San Francisco 501 Geary Street Thank you for our Diamond Sponsors for supporting our monthly events: Black Tie Transportation Navan United Airlines #GBTA #GBTABayArea #riskmanagement #traveltips #travelinsider

Register today! Don't delay!! GBTA Joint Education Day is happening on May 9th at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport. Featuring the amazing keynote speaker Kjarsten Philipsen from BCD Travel and our outstanding buyer and supplier panel! Step into the future of business travel at our Annual Joint Education Day! Hear the experts' discussions and discover strategies to reshape corporate travel programs, ensuring continued relevance and value in the ever-evolving landscape. Register at https://lnkd.in/gxYRbYFG Moderator: Barbara A., Festive Road Supplier Panel: Jonathan DiCesare, United Airlines Justin Schuster, Spotnana Norm Rose, Travel Tech Consulting, Inc. Buyer Panel: Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager, F5 Inc. Sean Parham, Sr. Manager Travel & Meeting Services, Discord Ronda Gill, Global Travel and Meetings, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Take a look at the Sponsorship Catalog for opportunities to showcase your products and services in front of travel buyers. https://lnkd.in/gfRumjaP #GBTASiliconValley #GBTABayArea #TravelManagement #BusinessTravel #EducationDay #BusinessTravelInsights #Networking #CorporateMeetings #Innovation #SiliconValley

Registration is OPEN now! Grab your seat while it's still available! https://lnkd.in/gXkegSPy Detective Kevin Coffey, renowned as "The Scholar of Thievery," will present updated street-smart travel advice, drawing from his LAPD detective background. His presentation covers diverse topics, from pre-departure considerations to pickpocket prevention and medical emergencies. With media features and corporate engagements, attendees gain invaluable insights for safer travels, making his presentation a must-attend event. Thursday, April 18 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Marker San Francisco 501 Geary Street Thank you for our Diamond Sponsors for supporting our monthly events: Black Tie Transportation Navan United Airlines #GBTA #GBTABayArea #riskmanagement #traveltips #travelinsider

Are you ready for our April Event? Registration is OPEN now! https://babta.org/meetinginfo.php?id=172&ts=1711402109 Detective Kevin Coffey, renowned as "The Scholar of Thievery," will present updated street-smart travel advice, drawing from his LAPD detective background. His presentation covers diverse topics, from pre-departure considerations to pickpocket prevention and medical emergencies. With media features and corporate engagements, attendees gain invaluable insights for safer travels, making his presentation a must-attend event. Thursday, April 18 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Marker San Francisco 501 Geary Street Thank you for our Diamond Sponsors for supporting our monthly events: Black Tie Transportation Navan United Airlines #GBTA #GBTABayArea #riskmanagement #traveltips #travelinsider

2024 Joint Education Day

Register Today! 🚀 Step into the future of business travel at our Annual Joint Education Day! Hear the experts' discussions and discover strategies to reshape corporate travel programs, ensuring continued relevance and value in the ever-evolving landscape. Register at https://lnkd.in/guzzxzdr 📍 Location: Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport 📍 Address: 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 💡 Buyer Panel: Ronda Dean, Sean Parham and Ronda Gill 🎤 Keynote Speaker: Kjarsten Philipsen 💼 Supplier Panel: Peter Bowes Take a look at the Sponsorship Catalog for opportunities to showcase your products and services in front of travel buyers. https://babta.org/catalog.php?cat=10 #GBTASiliconValley #GBTABayArea #TravelManagement #BusinessTravel #EducationDay #BusinessTravelInsights #Networking #CorporateMeetings #Innovation

LAST CHANCE to get your ticket with the EARLY BIRD pricing! https://lnkd.in/gHT-uJBA A Fireside Chat featuring San Francisco Police Chief Scott, focusing on "Fostering a Safer Community: Safety, Travel, and Visitor Well-being." Don't miss Chief Scott sharing insights on community safety and travel precautions, joined by GBTA Bay Area's President, Heather Parodi. This discussion is for locals, travelers, and hospitality professionals alike! Thursday, March 21st, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM PST The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel 495 Geary Street, San Francisco Thank you for our Diamond Sponsors supporting our chapter: Black Tie Transportation United Airlines Navan #GBTA #GBTABayArea #businesstravel #CommunitySafety #TravelWellbeing #SFEvents 🚔🌆

The price is set to increase after this Friday. Grab your seat now at https://lnkd.in/gHT-uJBA A Fireside Chat featuring San Francisco Police Chief Scott, focusing on "Fostering a Safer Community: Safety, Travel, and Visitor Well-being." Don't miss Chief Scott sharing insights on community safety and travel precautions, joined by GBTA Bay Area's President, Heather Parodi. This discussion is for locals, travelers, and hospitality professionals alike! Thursday, March 21st, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM PST The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel 495 Geary Street, San Francisco Thank you for our Diamond Sponsors supporting our chapter: Black Tie Transportation United Airlines Navan #GBTA #GBTABayArea #businesstravel #CommunitySafety #TravelWellbeing #SFEvents 🚔🌆