Taking place October 14–16, 2026, at the Sheraton Downtown Denver in Denver, Colorado, The Summit will bring together top agency owners, executives and industry partners for high-level business discussions, peer connection and strategic insight.
Sununu’s keynote will draw on his leadership experience in government and aviation, including A4A’s work to maintain aviation safety, modernize the nation’s air traffic control system, strengthen staffing and secure predictable, stable funding for the Federal Aviation Administration.
“Gov. Sununu brings a rare combination of executive leadership, public policy experience and direct insight into the forces shaping air travel today,” said Zane Kerby, President and CEO of ASTA. “At a time of record demand and significant change across the aviation system, his perspective will challenge attendees to think bigger about leadership, advocacy and the future of travel.”
Sununu became President and CEO of A4A in September 2025. In this role, he works with stakeholders across the airline industry to build consensus on shared priorities at the federal, state, local and international levels.
Before joining A4A, Sununu served four terms as the 82nd governor of New Hampshire. He earned national recognition for his pragmatic approach to government and his ability to navigate complex policy issues. During his tenure, New Hampshire was recognized as one of the nation’s leading states for business and ranked first for personal and economic freedom.
ASTA also announced Gloria Guevara, President and CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), as a featured speaker. Guevara is a globally recognized travel and tourism leader with more than three decades of experience across government and the private sector.
Guevara previously led WTTC from 2017 to 2021, coordinating more than 200 private-sector CEOs and working with more than 150 governments during the COVID-19 crisis. She later served as Chief Special Advisor to Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, contributing to the country’s tourism growth under Vision 2030. Earlier in her career, Guevara served as Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism and CEO of Sabre Mexico.
Previously announced speaker Bob Somers, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Delta Air Lines, will also participate in The Summit. With more than 40 years of airline industry experience, Somers leads Delta’s global sales organization and oversees relationships with the airline’s corporate, agency and specialty accounts. His participation will bring additional perspective on corporate travel, airline strategy and the evolving relationship between airlines and the travel distribution channel.
The Summit’s program features two distinct experiences: the Corporate Ascent, focused on the future of managed travel, and the Leisure & Luxury Ascent, focused on the trends and strategies transforming leisure travel advising. The two Ascents will also bring corporate and leisure leaders together for shared conversations on emerging trends, industry challenges and the forces shaping the future of travel.
Beyond its business sessions, The Summit will feature Rocky Mountain experiences designed to strengthen executive connections. Special excursions include Red Rocks Reset, centered on clarity, connection and renewal, and The Summit Classic, featuring golf at one of Colorado’s most exclusive courses. Networking gatherings, shared dining experiences and a welcome reception will create additional opportunities for candid dialogue and relationship-building.
Registration for The Summit is open, with limited spots available. ASTA Premium Members and Corporate Advisory Council (CAC) members receive preferred registration pricing. For attendee questions, contact the ASTA Events Team at meetings@asta.org. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Erin Hulscher, Senior Director, Business Development, at ehulscher@asta.org.
Tags: Christopher T. Sununu Airlines for America (A4A) Gloria Guevara WTTC Zane Kerby, ASTA
