The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forums are a must-attend event for corporate travel professionals, offering an afternoon of expert insights, dynamic discussions, and valuable networking. Taking place in Brisbane on June 10, 2025, and Melbourne on July 31, 2025, these forums bring together industry leaders to explore the most pressing challenges and opportunities in Australian business travel.
With engaging panels on the corporate travel outlook, AI and technology’s impact on travel programs, and the ongoing complexities of air travel, attendees will gain actionable insights to navigate the evolving landscape. A dedicated Buyer Roundtable provides a platform for candid discussions on shared challenges, while structured networking sessions create opportunities for meaningful connections.
Join us in Brisbane or Melbourne for a forward-thinking program designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and industry relationships needed to stay ahead in corporate travel.
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
US$79 | US$265 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
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Melbourne Agenda
A series of engaging talks and roundtable discussions covering the hottest topics in corporate travel in Australia concluding with industry networking.
1.30 PM
Registration Opens
2.00 PM
Introduction and Overview
Welcome from GBTA AU Board Members and agenda overview
Siobhan Prideaux
Senior Sales Director, APAC
BCD Travel
Kurt Knackstedt
Head of Sales – Pacific
Avis Budget Group
2.10 PM
Seminar 1: Tariffs in Transit: The Ripple Effect on Corporate Travel
John O’Shea
Senior Research Analyst
Ord Minnett
2:35 PM
Seminar 2: Outlook on AU Travel Markets (Air and Hotel Updates)
Felicity Burke
Director of FCM Consulting – APAC
FCM Consulting
2:55 PM
Industry Roundtables – Hot Topics for Travel Procurement
- Rethinking traveller risk in an unpredictable world
- People mobility – reducing the risk
3:25 PM
Seminar 3: Driving Value from the New Airline Channels
Brian Gillott
Global Head of Business Development
Partnership Travel Consulting
3:55 PM
Forum Wrap & Next Steps
Derek Sadubin
Country Manager AU/NZ
GBTA
- Plans for getting the Melbourne Travel Procurement community together more often!
- GBTA Membership & FACTS update
4:00 PM
Networking Drinks
*Agenda can be subject to change
This event has now concluded. Thank you to everyone who attended the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum 2025 in Brisbane!
Event Details
The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum 2025 in Brisbane will take place on Tuesday June 10 at Sofitel Brisbane Central.
Venue:
Sofitel Brisbane Central
249 Turbot St
Brisbane City
QLD 4000
Get Directions to Hotel
Hotel Parking: 182 Parking spaces are available at the hotel including indoor parking and valet parking.
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
US$79 | US$265 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
Attending the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum?
Show your network!
Download one of our official social media graphics and let everyone know you’ll be there. Post it on your favourite platforms using #GBTAAUS25 and tag @GBTAAPAC so we can share the excitement with you!
Event Details
The GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum 2025 in Melbourne will take place on Thursday, July 31 at The Langham, Melbourne.
Venue:
The Langham, Melbourne
1 Southgate Ave
Southbank
VIC 3006
Distance to Hotel:
- Tullamarine Airport, 12.4 miles / 20km, 50-min drive
- Flinders Street Station, 0.3 miles/450m, 6-min walk
Transport and Parking Rates:
- Taxi from Tullamarine Airport from AU$70
- Shuttle Bus from Tullamarine Airport from AU$22
- Valet Parking AU$80 for 24 hours
Registration Pricing:
| GBTA Buyer Member Rate: | Buyer (Non-Member) Rate | GBTA Supplier Member Rate | Supplier (Non-Member) Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| US$29 | US$195 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
US$79 | US$265 *Rate includes GBTA annual membership Normal membership rate $170 USD (+ $25 initial registration fee) |
Attending the GBTA Australia Business Travel Forum?
Show your network!
Download one of our official social media graphics and let everyone know you’ll be there. Post it on your favourite platforms using #GBTAAUS25 and tag @GBTAAPAC so we can share the excitement with you!
GBTA Australia Business Travel Forums 2025 Sponsorship Prospectus
Join us in driving the growth of the Australian business travel sector while building lasting connections and staying at the forefront of industry innovation. Sponsoring the Business Travel Forums unequivocally underscores our travel suppliers’ dedication to advancing the Australian Business Travel Industry and fortifying the development of robust Corporate Travel Programs.
Give your organization the best opportunity to connect to the business travel community while expanding your network, increasing lead generation efforts, and enhancing branding opportunities.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact our sponsorship team with any questions.
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