GBTA Oregon

At this month’s Connect, you’ll hear from members who attended the recent GBTA Convention in Atlanta on industry trends, technologies, and forecasts.

Exclusively for our event, the Hotel Zags Portland will provide one (1) complimentary beverage and an array of appetizers. Discounted parking will be available for $8.00.

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=189

Thank you Port of Portland for your dedicated support of GBTA! We greatly appreciate your partnership over the years!!

Let your voice be heard - your vote counts!!
Voting closes tomorrow, June 25th!
For more information:

Elections 2024 - Global Business Travel Association - GBTA 2024 Board of Directors Election https://youtu.be/cWtbH5Ty6So The GBTA Board of Directors election has begun. The GBTA Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the Association and is responsible for establishing the focus and direction of the Association. Board Members spend time deliberat...

Let your voice be heard - your vote counts!!
Voting closes tomorrow, June 25th!
For more information:
https://www.gbta.org/elections-2024/

To all my travel friends…one of our own needs our support! We are hoping to do something collectively as GBTA Oregon but please read below and support however you can!

We love you Steven!

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June 2024 Buyers Panel -

The buyer-supplier dynamic has been in place since people first roamed the earth. In its simplest form: You have something of perceived value I want; I want something of perceived value you have; let’s make a deal!

This event will feature of panel of travel buyers and please bring your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions about enhancing business partnerships for all of us.

Both buyers and suppliers welcome! Register today!

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=185

GBTA Board Elections Alert! 2 Direct seats, 3 Allied seats, and 1 European Region Direct are up for grabs. Candidates for GBTA Board of Directors Elections will share their visions at the Global Candidate Forum on May 22 .

Register today and play a role in shaping GBTA’s path. https://events.gbta.org/5WrEka
View the Candidates> https://www.gbta.org/elections-2024/

Voting opens May 24

Exciting News! Meet the candidates for GBTA Board of Directors Election! Register https://lnkd.in/dnMPQqwt for the Global Candidate Forum on May 22. Shape the future of our industry!
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Voting opens May 24! 

Exciting News! Meet the candidates for GBTA Board of Directors Election! Register https://events.gbta.org/5WrEka for the Global Candidate Forum on May 22. Shape the future of our industry!
View the Candidates> https://www.gbta.org/elections-2024/

Voting opens May 24!

Please join us downtown for our May Meetup on Thursday, May 16 at the centrally located Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland. GBTA Oregon is the state’s premier business travel think tank where both buyers and suppliers share ideas and experiences related to all facets of the corporate travel industry. Our Meetups are a chance to network and socialize with your peers in a relaxed and fun environment.

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=183

Help support our non-profit partner, A Village for One (AV41), at our upcoming event this week. GBTA Oregon will be collecting items to help stock their pantry and distributed to youth in need. Some of the most needed items are
•Tampons
•Deodorant (male and female)
•Basic Sweats (all sizes)
•Basic gender neutral t-shirts (all sizes)

Items will be collected all day throughout the event via a collection basket at the registration table.

We are excited to partner with the MPI Oregon and the Oregon SGMP Chapter to create a day of education and networking to celebrate our industry! This Oregon Summit and Marketplace is a one of a kind event to join our organizations to learn about topics that are relevant to all of our groups and encourage networking between our chapter members.

MPI Oregon will be extending our special member rate to both GBTA Oregon and Oregon SGMP members who will be attending this event.

To register, please visit https://www.mpi.org/chapters/oregon/education-events/event/2024/04/11/default-calendar/oregon-education-summit---marketplace

Last week we were thrilled to recognize Brandi and Erin for their outstanding volunteerism to GBTA Oregon in 2023, along with as Hilton Downtown Portland as “Venue of the Year”. GBTA Oregon thanks you for all that you do for our chapter!

Looking to attend GBTA Convention this year? Visit our scholarships page on the website to learn more about scholarships available to help with registration and travel costs. Applications close on March 31, 2024 so be sure to apply today!

https://obta.org/Scholarships

The 2024 GBTA Board elections are OPEN! We invite YOU to take the reins and nominate yourself or a deserving colleague. Help shape the future of GBTA, its members, and the entire industry.

Act fast! The nomination period closes on March 26, 2024.
Vacancies for the 2024 GBTA Board of Directors: 2 Direct Seats, 3 Allied Seats, 1 Europe Region Direct Seat


If you have any questions about the online nomination process, please contact Shane Downey at [email protected] or Election Services Corp. by email at [email protected] or call toll-free +1 866 720 HELP (4357).

There is only a few days remaining to submit your application for CPC Individual Scholarship. Be sure to complete and submit your application before the deadline of 2/26.

https://form.jotform.com/233044398545158

Help shape the future of Portland business travel with Billie Moser, Vice President of International Affairs and Strategic Projects at Travel Portland. Billie will walk us through the Portland visitor experience past, present and future and hopes to hear your ideas on maintaining the city’s reputation as a top business and leisure destination. The next Connect will be held Thursday, March 21 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Royal Sonesta Portland.

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=182

GBTA Oregon Members – We have an exciting opportunity to make available to you. Applications are now open for the GBTA Chapter Presidents Council (CPC) Individual Scholarship! Be sure to complete before the deadline of 2/26 to be considered. Link to the application is below.

https://form.jotform.com/233044398545158

Join GBTA Oregon for our February Meetup at historic McMenamins Tavern & Pool in Portland’s bustling Northwest neighborhood. Meetups are a great opportunity to network, idea share and socialize with buyers and suppliers from across the business travel ecosystem.

Don’t forget to register today!

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=181

GBTA Leadership Summit 2024 was one for the books! Such a fun time connecting and collaborating with Chapters from across the country!

GBTA Oregon Board up bright and early to fly out to Richmond Virginia! 12 strong attending the 20th Annual GBTA Leadership Summit - Impressive dedication my friends!! Big thank you to our sponsors Delta Air Lines for the ride today!!❤️🌎✈️

Today’s Educational Lunch is taking place as originally planned. Exercise caution while traveling on weather impeded roads, but we hope to see you there!

We have added a new panelist for our upcoming event this Thursday. Meet Ashlee! We look forward to hearing her thoughts, along with the rest of the panel, on how we in the travel industry can make an impact on human-trafficking.

Today, January 11th, we wear blue in support of the fight against human trafficking. Together we can make a difference!

Meet the panel! Join us next Thursday, January 18th for an educational lunch where our expert panel will discuss what we as travel industry professionals can do to help raise awareness and work together to fight against human trafficking and exploitation. There is still time to register!

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=180

The travel industry is an integral component of human trafficking. And since we and our companies all play a role in some sector of the travel industry, we have a responsibility to educate ourselves on anti-trafficking initiatives and training opportunities. Since January is National Human Trafficking Awareness month, we have invited a panel of experts to speak on what WE as travel industry professionals can do to help raise awareness and work together to fight against human trafficking and exploitation. Register today!

https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=180

Our Holiday Donation Drive for a Village For One will continue at our Holiday Connect Happy Hour. During Holiday Connect, GBTA Oregon is asking members to donate items that will be used to stock AV41’s pantry and distributed to youth in need. Our goal is to provide a stocking as well as warm holiday pajamas to all.

Please bring any of the following items to our Holiday Connect:

Pajamas:
•Sizes Small to # #

Stocking Stuffers:
•Mascara/other makeup
•Stress balls/fidgets
•Poetry books
•Guided journals
•EOS ChapSticks
•Stockings
•Scrunchies
•Face masks/lip masks
•Journaling pens
•Non-wire bound journals
•Makeup wipes
•Loofahs
•Coffee gift cards
•Diamond dot sets
•Hot chocolate bombs

Please note: All donated items should be NEW and UNWRAPPED

As we wrap and put a bow on another successful year for GBTA Oregon, please join us for our Holiday Connect Happy Hour to celebrate the many accomplishments of the organization, our members, and our not-for-profit partner, A Village For One (AV41).

GBTA Oregon’s Holiday Connect Happy Hour will at held:
Thursday, December 14th
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. PT
The Heathman Hotel
1001 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205

Register Now!
https://obta.org/meet-reg1.php?id=179

Wishing you all a restful and bountiful Thanksgiving weekend! We are grateful for all of you! 🍁🦃🍁

I had the honor to attend GBTA Puget Sound’s monthly luncheon today! Mark Sharoff a Senior Research Manager at GBTA spoke today about "The Current Trends and Forecast in the Business Travel Industry; What’s New from GBTA Research”. Fascinating discussion on the outlook for business travel in 2024!