| 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM | Opening Main Stage: What’s the Current State of the Global and Canadian Business Travel Industry?Opening Remarks The Current State of the Business Travel Industry The Current State of the Canadian Travel Industry Moderator: Shane Downey, Vice President, Government Relations, GBTA Expert Panelist: Beth Potter, President and Chief Executive Officer, Travel Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) Fireside Chat: Canada’s Journey Towards Barrier Free Travel Moderator: Patrick Doyle, Canada Advisory Board, GBTA and Chief Commercial Officer, Flight Claim Expert Panelist: Stephanie Cadieux, Chief Accessibility Officer, Canada |
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| 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM | Integrating Health and Wellness on the RoadStarting day two of the Conference Sue Spear, Direct Seat At Large, GBTA and Chair of the Canada Advisory Board, Senior Manager, Travel and Fleet Cengage Group will deliver some opening remarks, after which you will be invited to participating in a brief wellness and affirmation activity to set your intentions for the day! Next Tim Oldfield, Canada Advisory Board, GBTA and Vice President, Corporate and TMC Accounts, Marriott will be joined by Dr. Stephanie Moynihan from Dialogue Healthcare to engage in a discussion on how to Integrate Health and Wellness on the Road. Gain expert advice that will bring actionable insights you can consider for improving the health and wellness of your travel program. |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Celebrating and Finding Your Super PowerEnjoy lunch and network with fellow attendees before we celebrate excellence and achievement in the business travel industry by unveiling the winner of the Inspiration Award and honour the recipients of the 2023 Business Travel Service Award (BTS) on Main Stage!
How can breaking the status quo within an organization lead to unparalleled success? What are the secrets behind some of these iconic branding case studies? And how does it reinforce its organizational values, culture, and brand on a day-to-day basis? Justin dissects his story of how he created some of the most iconic brands and movements in the industry and showcases his roadmap for transforming sleepy organizations into global superpowers, and how your team can benefit from these principles too. Justin also dives deep into the insurmountable obstacles, challenges, and even threats that he’s had to endure and what your team can do to fortify against the unexpected curveballs and roadblocks that can happen. This talk is designed to move your team from Impossible to Possible and to hammer home the understanding that by facing our challenges head-on, we build the resilience required when bigger challenges arise. |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Closing Main Stage: Ask Me AnythingEnjoy a networking lunch followed by the final Main Stage session. Join our panel of supplier and buyer experts as we dive into your burning questions in these back to back Ask Me Anything Main Stage sessions. We’ll explore the nuances, practical applications, and trends within the Canadian Business Travel landscape and answer those burning questions you have on your mind. Gain valuable insights from some of the industry’s best. This session is your opportunity to steer the conversation. Buyer Panel: Expert Panelist: Bertram Fernandes, Corporate Travel Manager, Ledcor Industries Inc. Supplier Panel: Expert Panelist: Billy Kyriakopoulos, Director, Corporate Sales, Air Canada |