2020 Educational Sessions

RFP Challenge – Getting to Yes – Presented by Terri Woodin The buyer submits their RFP, but is it enough to be accepted by the vendor? Conversely, is the vendor being an effective adviser to help the buyer get a “Yes” on their RFP? Let’s take a closer look at how a
lack of understanding of common business practices on both sides of the transaction affects how each views the RFP, and learn strategies for both sides to win in the RFP process. Education and training is so important in your position, as well as understanding how the other side operates to achieve success. Sponsored By: Trip Actions

How Blockchain Will Provide Visibility and Control in Corporate Travel – Today, travelers fumble with expense reports and CFO’s wonder how much is spent on the “total trip.” With NDC coming, bundled fares, ancillaries, and hotel on premise and other in-flight products taking off, new technologies will come to the rescue. Sponsored by : TripEvents

From Travel Hell to Travel Well – Presented by Joh Ayo What if you could maintain your poise, your good mood, your energy and your health no matter what crazy stuff happens on your trip? Are you doing your best to provide a wellness-focused experience for participants, helping them maximize the value of participating in your meetings or events? Anyone who is tired, cranky or sick can’t perform at their best, and that undermines the very purpose of travel and business meetings. John Ayo, a traditional naturopath (natural health doctor) who spent more than 30 years traveling around the world for IBM, offers advice for optimal health and effectiveness on the go.