Key Event Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Digital Travel Connect US 2026 |
| Organizer | Worldwide Business Research (WBR) |
| Dates | March 23–25, 2026 |
| Venue | Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, California, USA |
| Format | Exclusive, invite‑only executive conference for senior digital, marketing & customer experience leaders |
| Attendees | ~65+ senior executives from airlines, hotels, OTAs, travel tech |
| Networking | Curated 1:1 meetings, roundtables, panels, private functions |
| Dress Code | Business casual for most; business attire for speakers |
| Why Attend | Benchmark digital strategy, build partnerships, gain insights on AI & CX |
| Venue Features | Resort with golf, spa, dining; special attendee hotel benefits |
Leading Innovators in the Travel and Hospitality Industry
This group of exhibitors represents the forefront of the travel, hospitality, and aviation sectors. With influential leaders in marketing, digital strategy, and customer experience, they are shaping the future of the industry. Their cutting-edge solutions and customer-focused approaches are redefining how travelers engage with brands, offering innovative experiences that push the boundaries of service and technology. These exhibitors are driving growth and success by staying ahead of trends and enhancing the traveler journey worldwide.
| Company | Position/Title |
|---|---|
| Alaska Air Group | Senior Manager, Software Engineering |
| Alaska Airlines | Director of Software Engineering |
| Alternative Airlines | Head of Marketing |
| American Airlines | Technical UX Design Director |
| Apple Leisure Group | Senior Manager of Strategy, Analytics, Southwest Vacations and ALGV Consumer |
| AZUL Hospitality Group | Vice President of Marketing and E-Commerce |
| AZUL Hospitality Group | Regional Director of Marketing |
| AZUL Hospitality Group | Regional Director of Marketing |
| Best Western International, Inc. | Director of eCommerce |
| Breeze Airways | VP |
| Breeze Airways | Vice President Marketing |
| Breeze Airways | Director, Digital Product |
| Cadence Travel | Director of Marketing & Communications |
| Caruso | Director, Loyalty Marketing |
| Classic Vacations | Sr. Director Contact Center |
| Classic Vacations | VP, Human Resources and Business Administration |
| Classic Vacations | Chief Financial Officer |
| Collette | Director of Digital Product |
| Collette | Senior Vice President of Global Marketing |
| Collette | Vice President, Digital Marketing |
| Crescent Hotels & Resorts | Senior Vice President, Integrated Marketing + Digital Solutions |
| Cruise Critic | Head of Engineering |
| Curator Hotel & Resort Collection | VP Program Development |
| Curator Hotel & Resort Collection | Director, Consumer Experience |
| Delta Air Lines | Director, Ops Digital & Strategic Initiatives |
| Delta Air Lines | Managing Director |
| Alaska Air Group | General Manager of Reservations Channel Strategy |
| Direct Travel | Senior Director, Leisure Strategy and Leads. Leisure Marketing |
| Direct Travel | Market Development Strategist |
| Discovery Hospitality | Head of Digital |
| Estancia La Jolla | Director of Revenue Management |
Speakers Leading the Way in Travel Tech
The event will feature an exceptional lineup of top leaders in travel, marketing, and technology. These industry pioneers are shaping the future of customer engagement, data analytics, and AI-powered travel solutions. With decades of collective experience, these thought leaders will share their insights on how data-driven marketing, AI integration, and customer-centric strategies are transforming the travel industry.
Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on how to use digital transformation to drive business growth and enhance customer experiences. Below is a list of the confirmed speakers who will be providing in-depth discussions on personalization, AI adoption, digital marketing, and how companies can navigate the rapid evolution of travel tech in the coming years
Sponsors Powering Digital Travel Connect US 2026
Several industry leaders are supporting this transformative event as official sponsors, including companies that specialize in data analytics, customer engagement, and performance marketing. These innovative companies are providing the tools and solutions that make Digital Travel Connect US 2026 the premier event for travel tech and marketing innovation. Sponsors include:
| Sponsor | Description |
|---|---|
| Aampe | Aampe Agentic AI adapts to customer behavior, delivering personalized experiences automatically and providing actionable insights with no manual modeling required. |
| Access Development | Largest private loyalty & travel rewards network |
| Airship | Mobile engagement & re‑engagement platforms |
| Attentive Mobile | AI‑powered mobile marketing platform |
| Awin | Acquisition partnership marketing platform |
| Badge | Mobile wallet engagement for travel & hospitality |
| Cadent | Predictive consumer engagement platform |
| Celebrus | Digital identity data & marketing analytics |
| Curacity | Hospitality revenue attribution platform |
| Delight.AI | Branded AI concierge for personalization |
| Equifax | Data & analytics for informed business decisions |
| Hightouch | Composable CDP for data activation |
| Hopper Technology Solutions | Data‑driven travel technology for trip planning |
| Human Security | Agentic Trust & online fraud mitigation |
| LiveRamp | Data connectivity & customer activation |
| LS Direct | Intent‑based postal marketing |
| Marketfully | Multilingual content marketing platform |
| Milestone | AI‑native digital experience platform |
| PebblePost | Performance marketing via CTV & direct mail |
| Quantcast | AI ad platform for performance marketers |
| Realize | Performance advertising platform by Taboola |
| Rokt | AI‑driven ecommerce transaction relevance |
| Share Local Media | Direct mail prospecting & retargeting platform |
| Shootsta | |
| Sojern | Travel marketing platform |
| StackAdapt | AI‑powered audience engagement & optimization |
| Tiki | Travel advertising platform |
| Very Good Ventures | Expert services for app & digital strategy |
| Wunderkind | AI‑powered performance marketing |
| Zaelot | Direct booking & data infrastructure solutions |
What to Expect at Digital Travel Connect US 2026
Digital Travel Connect US 2026 offers unparalleled opportunities to network with industry executives, gain insights from leading thinkers, and engage in exclusive roundtable discussions. If you’re in the travel, hospitality, or technology sectors, this is the must-attend event of the year. As digital strategies continue to evolve, Digital Travel Connect will be where top companies and professionals align on future innovations.
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