Tuesday Main Stage: Industry Innovation & Business Transformation

 

Main Stage: Industry Innovation & Business Transformation Industry CEO Panel: Insights from the Top Southwest CEO Bob Jordan and Cvent CEO Reggie Aggarwal join moderator Suzanne Neufang, GBTA CEO, in a conversation about trends, opportunities, and challenges within their sectors across the business travel landscape.   Moderator Keynote: Move Fast and Fix Things!  Frances Frei and Anne Morriss have reinvented the playbook for how to lead change—with a provocative approach that moves fast, builds trust, and accelerates excellence. In this dynamic talk, Frances and Anne will make the case that the most effective leaders solve hard problems with fierce urgency, while making their organizations—employees, customers, and shareholders—even stronger. Based on their work with fast-moving, high-performing companies, Frances and Anne will reveal the five essential steps to moving fast and fixing things.   Sponsored Speaker Made Possible by   Register Now   If you have any issues registering or questions about Convention, please contact us at conventionhelp@gbta.org.

Turn Learning into Credits Earn 12 GTP® Credits by attending Convention and invest in your continued professional growth. Learn more about the Global Travel Professional Certification program.

Know Before You Go Webinar  Get ready for Chicago with this quick, pre-recorded webinar featuring Katharine Farrell, Vice President, Americas, and Cynthia Stubits, Director, Convention and Americas Event Operations. In less than 15 minutes, you'll get key tips, important reminders, and essential onsite information to help you arrive feeling confident, prepared, and ready to make the most of your GBTA Convention experience. Watch the Webinar>

New at Convention: A Conversation with Congressman Sean Casten August 4, 2026 8:00 AM-8:45 AM CT Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to hear from Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) as he shares insights on key issues shaping Congress and the future of U.S. policy. Following his remarks, GBTA experts will unpack important updates to ESTA and U.S. entry requirements, offering clear, actionable guidance for navigating evolving compliance demands. From policy priorities to real-world traveler impact, this session equips you with the knowledge and strategies needed to support global business travel in a changing environment. Learn more about the Convention session: Meet Rep. Casten: For insights on Congress>

Arriving in Chicago early? Join the Advanced Principles of Business Travel Management course on August 1–2 pre-Convention. Limited seats remain. Build practical skills you can apply right away Benchmark your program against industry best practices Take part in a new, hands-on AI workshop on day two Connect with peers tackling similar challenges Earn 14 GTP® Recertification Credits Make Convention Week Count Complete the course and attend GBTA Convention 2026 to earn: 14 credits from Advanced Principles 12 credits from Convention 26 total GTP® Recertification Credits in one week Reserve Your Seat> Already registered for Convention? Add the course to your registration here>

Need to Convince Your Boss? Download the Convention Convince Your Boss document and make the business case for Chicago. It's built to help you clearly demonstrate the value of attending.

Secure Your Stay in Chicago Booking through the official hotel site gives you access to negotiated rates and trusted accommodations reserved specifically for GBTA Convention attendees. Book Your Hotel>

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Tell Your Network You're Attending Download ready-to-use graphics and posts to share your excitement for GBTA Convention 2026. Whether you're attending or speaking, use these assets to promote your involvement and include #GBTA2026 in your post.   Download the Toolkit>

Honoring Impact at the Foundation Gala August 2 | FIELD Museum, Chicago

The 2026 GBTA Foundation Impact Award finalists have been selected - and we are honored to celebrate their leadership, vision, and contributions at the Foundation Gala. Across four categories - Catalyst, Changemaker, Innovator and Partners for Progress - this year’s finalists represent individuals and organizations helping move the business travel industry forward through meaningful action, collaboration and measurable impact. Join us at the GBTA Foundation Gala as we recognize these outstanding leaders and reveal the category winners live during the event. Reserve Your Seat>

Find Your Spot on the Expo Floor The GBTA Convention 2026 expo floor is where the business travel community comes to discover what's next. Explore the interactive expo map to see the floor layout, check real-time availability, and choose the placement that puts your brand in the path of thousands of decision-makers.  View the Expo Map> Questions about exhibiting? Contact our exhibit team>

Change is not slowing down.  The leaders who move through it well are the ones who know how to build trust, create clarity and bring people with them.  At GBTA Convention 2026, Anne Morriss, best-selling author, leadership coach and Co-Founder of The Leadership Consortium (TLC), and Frances Frei, Professor of Technology and Operations Management at Harvard Business School and Co-Founder of The Leadership Consortium, will take the Main Stage in Chicago.  View the Post

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