Episodes

  • How AI Optimizes Venue Sourcing for Buyers and Suppliers
    Oct 28 2024

    The Meetings & Events Committee (EMEA) brings you this podcast which showcases How Radisson Hotel Group is using AI to optimize venue sourcing for buyers and suppliers. In this episode, Verónica González, a member of the GBTA M&E Committee, and head of Hotel Distribution Account Management at Amadeus IT Group, talks with Mandy Stam from Radisson Hotel Group and key technology partners, to learn more about how Radisson Hotel Groups optimizes M&E RFP Response Time, Conversion Rate and Revenue Generation with the use of AI. They share expertise and insights regarding

    • • M&E Demand trends.
    • • Buyers’ behavior.
    • • Suppliers’ challenges.
    • • How suppliers are using AI to better serve buyers.
    • • RPA and AI trials and errors.
    • • Outcome expected.
    • • Challenges faced & Lesson learned.
    • • Keys to success: flexibility, partnership, innovation, etc.
    • • Results achieved

    Names:

    • • Verónica González, a member of the M&E Committee, global head of Hospitality Distribution Account Management at Amadeus IT Group.
    • • Mandy Stam, Senior Director Business Solutions, Radisson Hotel Group.
    • • Felix Undeutsch, Co-Founder Hivr.ai.
    • • Tony Marcelli, Director of Product Management at Cvent.
    • • Gonzalo Fortuny, Partner at EY

    Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    55 mins
  • Does NDC Matter to My Programme?
    Oct 14 2024

    Not every Corporate needs to implement NDC immediately and many can wait for their TMC to enable NDC content. Given all the noise around NDC, is there a temptation to rush NDC content rather than question whether it is relevant at this time?

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    22 mins
  • It’s Time: Business Travel in the Climate Era | The Carbon Compass
    Sep 30 2024
    In this episode of the Carbon Compass, the planet-focused subseries of the Business of Travel podcast, GBTA Sustainability Leaders Nora Lovell Marchant, VP for Global Sustainability at American Express Global Business Travel and Page Motes, Chief Compliance and Sustainability Officer at Hertz, share their insights on the key success factors for accelerating climate action in business travel. Listeners will learn about the key takeaways from Climate Week NYC, and how to navigate key tensions on the road to Net Zero – fastest vs biggest impact; control vs influence; bottom line vs reputation; stronger commitments vs better ideas. Guests also discuss how the newly launched GBTA Sustainability Acceleration Challenge Maturity Assessment can help all travel and sustainability professionals understand their business travel-related emissions, and the importance of taking the assessment for your company's benefit. Access the Acceleration Challenge here. In each episode of the Carbon Compass, we unveil inspiring stories, innovative strategies, and impactful initiatives from special guests: Leaders committed to steering the course toward a more sustainable future for business travel. Together, we explore, unpack, and demystify the world of sustainability in business travel. If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow us on Linkedin. Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    31 mins
  • Women's Health - Plan B
    Aug 26 2024

    Brought to you by the GBTA | Risk Committee - US.

    The speakers are:

    Valerie Ferraro, Manager, Program Operations

    Conrad N. Hilton Foundation; Craig Collins, Vice President, Client Management - America's, CIBT;

    Dr. Katherine O'Reilly, International SOS.

    Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    41 mins
  • Refining the Landscape of Accommodation Payment and Billing in Business Travel
    Jul 1 2024

    Brought to you by the GBTA European Accommodations & Payment Solutions Committees. In this episode, our focus is on delving into the ever-evolving payment sector, exploring both established and cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the landscape of hospitality payments. Our aim is to initiate a dynamic conversation that not only highlights the opportunities these innovations bring but also addresses the challenges. To enrich our GBTA community, we've gathered a panel of industry leaders who will share valuable insights and expertise on this transformative journey within the payments realm.

    Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    24 mins
  • GBTA Board View: Are You Ready for GBTA Convention 2024? – A Buyer/Supplier Perspective
    Jun 24 2024
    The GBTA Convention annually brings together in person thousands of industry professionals to learn, grow, network and shape the future of the world’s $1.4 trillion business travel sector. So what can attendees expect at the upcoming GBTA Convention 2024 in Atlanta, July 22-24? What insights can be gleaned from those who are veteran attendees? What are the opportunities and tips for event first-timers? And how can every attendee make the most of their Convention experience?

    In this podcast, travel buyer and GBTA Board Vice President, Rosemary Maloney, and travel supplier and President of the GBTA Allied Leadership Council, Tammy Routh, join GBTA CEO Suzanne Neufang to preview and discuss what’s new, noteworthy and not-to-be-missed for attendees heading to this year’s Convention. Link: https://convention.gbta.org Host & Guest Info Rosemary Maloney, Alteryx
    Tammy Routh,
    Marriott International
    Suzanne Neufang,
    GBTA

    Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    33 mins
  • Navigating the Shift: From DEI to Inclusion
    Jun 17 2024

    Building an Inclusive Organizational Culture: This episode, brought to you by the GBTA Inclusion and Culture Committee, will explore the significance of transitioning from a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) framework to one that emphasizes inclusion. We will discuss how fostering a culture of inclusion can positively impact employee engagement, retention, and overall organizational success.

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    41 mins
  • Careers, Change and Hot Topics: Insights from the GBTA Industry Poll April 2024
    Jun 10 2024
    Unveiling the April 2024 GBTA industry poll results, this episode of The Business of Travel explores the levels of satisfaction and optimism that global business travel professionals have now related to their career, compensation, job mobility, the future of business travel and more. The discussion also continues to follow industry sentiment from travel buyers and suppliers about the ongoing evolution of New Distribution Capability (NDC) including education, implementation and readiness. GBTA’s Chris Ely, Director of Research discusses the highlights and insights with Debbie Iannaci, head of PR, Communications and Research. Drawing on the responses of over 800 business travel buyers, suppliers and other business travel professionals across 41 countries, this 34th installment of GBTA’s ongoing survey series reveals the current state of the profession and industry from those who know it best. Read the full GBTA April 2024 Poll results here. Host & Guest Info
    Chris Ely, GBTA
    Debbie Iannaci, GBTA Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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    29 mins