The WINiT Summit is an empowering event that brings together professionals of all levels to positively transform the careers and lives of women in travel-related industries.
Attend Summit to experience the full value of the WINiT program.
Attendees will benefit from:
- Content aimed to accelerate personal, professional, and industry development
- Boosted access and exposure to industry leaders
Participants include:
- GBTA WINiT participants – Mentors, Mentees, Alumni Advisors, Committee volunteers, and Advisory Board members
- GBTA WINiT alumni
- GBTA representatives
Agenda*
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Registration
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Trailblazing Journeys
Keynote Fireside Chat: A Pioneer in the Sky
Join us for an inspiring fireside chat with Captain Theresa Claiborne, the first African-American woman to pilot for the U.S. Air Force, as she shares her groundbreaking journey in aviation. In this powerful conversation, Captain Claiborne will share her personal experiences breaking barriers, overcoming adversity, and navigating a male-dominated industry.
Panelists:
Jane Gasparian Lee, Managing Director United for Business
Captain (Ret.) Theresa Claiborne
CEO Panel: Trailblazing Journeys
We look forward to an inspiring and impactful conversation with these female leaders from our industry. We will be focusing on leadership, innovation, and personal journeys that have shaped their success along with insights on how to navigate the challenges and opportunities in today’s business environment.
Panelists:
Marne Martin, CEO at Emburse
Moderator:
Anita Salvatore, CEO at CTM US
Anna Rose Feinberg, CEO at Alō Index
Suzanne Neufang, CEO at GBTA
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Celebrated Journeys
A Decade of Impact: Reflections with the Founder of WINiT
Join us for an inspiring conversation with the founder of WINiT as we commemorate the ten-year anniversary of this groundbreaking initiative. In this interview, we’ll explore the visionary journey that led to WINiT’s creation, its achievements over the past decade, and the lasting impact it has had on women in the travel, meetings, and events industry.
Speakers:
Mick Lee, Chief Administrative Officer, MBO Partners, and WINiT Founder
Patricia Huska, Chief People Officer, American Express GBT, and WINiT Board Co-Chair
Networking Activity: The Superpower Exchange
Step into the Superpower Exchange, a high-energy networking session designed to help you unlock and share the unique strengths that fuel your success. Each of us brings a “superpower” to the table—whether it’s resilience, leadership, creativity, or empathy—and this is your chance to connect with fellow professionals through storytelling and skill-sharing.
Speakers:
Silke Koehnecke, Managing Director of Sales, Southwest Airlines
Danielle Bilbao, Executive Director at Accor
The WINiT Top 50 – Winner Celebration
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
Networking Buffet Lunch
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Journey to the Future
Think Tank: The WINiT Journey to the Future
In this interactive Think Tank, we will tap into the collective brainpower, passion, and diverse experiences of our WINiT community to chart a bold path forward. Together, we will explore key trends, challenges, and opportunities, crafting a shared vision for the future of WINiT over the next decade. Join us as we take this powerful journey into the future, turning insights into actionable plans for the next ten years of WINiT leadership and empowerment.
Speakers:
Chloe Carver, Engagement Manager, Corporate Travel Practice Lead, Acquis Consulting Group
Bev Heinritz, Director, Foundation Programs, GBTA Foundation
Allyship Essentials for the Future
Allyship is a crucial element in advancing gender equality and fostering inclusive workplaces. This session will explore the fundamentals of allyship and its role in driving meaningful change. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be an ally, the impact of leadership in fostering inclusive cultures, and practical strategies for advocating for underrepresented groups.
2:45 PM – 3:10 PM
Networking Break
3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
Personal Journeys
The Power of Mentorship – Your Career Springboard
Mentorship is a powerful force that can transform careers, elevate leadership, and build lasting connections. In this session, we’ll explore the different forms of mentorship—One-to-One, Team-Based, and Executive—and uncover the unique benefits of each.
Join us to learn how mentorship can unlock potential, foster collaboration, and shape the future of leadership.
Speakers:
Leanne Turner, Founder and COO, Alō Index
Christina Reichelt, Sr Manager Global Travel Procurement, Regeneron
Moderator
Cara Whitehill, Vice President, Thayer Ventures
Toast: The Next Ten Years of WINiT & the WINiT Top 50
*Agenda subject to change.
Location
The GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 will be held at the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
Located at: John F. Kennedy International Airport
Address: 1 Idlewild Dr, Queens, NY 11430
As of October 3, 2024: The cut-off date has passed, and the official room block is SOLD OUT.
A limited number of rooms may be available at the TWA Hotel at the prevailing rate. Book your room here.
Hotel room, tax, incidentals, airfare, and other expenses are the attendee’s responsibility.
Hotel room, tax, incidentals, airfare, and other expenses are the attendee’s responsibility.
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Room Cancellation Policy Room cancellations can be made at least 72 hours before arrival without penalty.
Registration Rates:
Early Bird Rate $299 through August 23, 2024
(Buyer/Supplier/Member/non-Member)
Standard –$349 August 23, 2024 through October 20, 2024
Buyer/Supplier – Member/non-Member
If you are not a current or past season WINiT Participant but are interested in attending Summit, please reach out to WINiT@gbta.org
Cancellation Policy:
- All cancellation requests must be made in writing to GBTA at eventsupport@gbta.org with a cc to WINiT@gbta.org
- Cancellations are accepted until Monday, September 30, 2024
- A $75 administrative fee will be charged for cancellations
- A $100 administrative fee will be charged for “no shows”
Substitution Policy:
- A GBTA attendee may transfer his/her registration to another eligible party if he/she is unable to attend.
- All substitution requests must be made in writing to GBTA at eventsupport@gbta.org and handled on the backend of the registration system.
- The substitute is responsible for all financial arrangements between the original registrant and the substitute.
GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus
Don’t miss this opportunity to increase your brand awareness, generate leads and network with more than 250 movers and shakers in the corporate travel industry. The attendees of this event are buyers and suppliers who are both veterans and those new to the travel industry.
Engage this group of business travel professionals and join GBTA as a sponsor. Contact our sponsorship team with any questions.
Premium Sponsorship Opportunities
| Platinum | Gold | Silver | Bronze | |
| Pricing | $30,000 | $15,000 | $10,000 | $5,000 |
| Complimentary Buyer registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 2. | 10 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| Complimentary Supplier registrations to be redeemed by Thursday, October 2. | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 |
| Introduction of Keynote speaker with 5-minutes speaking time. | ✓ | |||
| Opportunity to place a sustainable giveaway at each chair setting in the ballroom. Recommended quantity to be provided by GBTA. | ✓ | |||
| One (1) Daily News Brief (DNB) Sponsored Content ad placement (WINiT relevant). | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| All-attendee registration list distributed two (2) times: (name, title, company) 2 weeks prior (October 10), 1 week post (October 30). | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| One (1) VIP table at all Main Stage sessions (people per table TBC). | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo recognition on GBTA website, official materials and sponsor recognition slides. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Other Sponsorship Opportunities
Contact Us
Interested in sponsoring the GBTA WINiT Summit 2024 or do you have questions about certain opportunities? Please fill out the form below and a member of the sponsorship team will reach out shortly.
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