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ITM ENERGISE CONFERENCE 2023 HIGHLIGHTS

Every year, over 500 business travel professionals come together at ITM's spring conference to share knowledge, build connections, and create lasting memories. Immerse yourself in the highlights of last year's event...

Conference

All Member 24 April 2024

ITM Conference 2024

EMPOWER TAKES PLACE BETWEEN 24 - 25 APRIL 2024 IN BRIGHTON   THE ITM CONFERENCE HAS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAIT LIST PLEASE CONTACT SECRETARIAT@ITM.ORG.UK [secretariat@itm.org.uk?subject=ITM%20empower%20Conference] "We’re excited to be back in Brighton for the ITM empower Conference! We will aim to help empower your travel programme, career, wellbeing, ESG focus and individuality.   The ITM Annual Conference is an industry showpiece and you’ll enjoy two days and three evenings to network, collaborate and learn with your industry peers and partners.   We work hard to make this the warmest, most welcoming event on the calendar and our community creates a uniquely friendly and engaging atmosphere. The Conference will culminate with the ITM Gala Dinner where we will be answering the big question; how will we top last year’s entertainment?" Scott Davies, ITM | CEO [https://sand-itm.optimiser.site/image/Untitled-design.png] Educational Highlights  In addition to the
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Training

All Member 26 March 2024

Mastering Negotiation and Influence

MASTERING NEGOTIATION AND INFLUENCE IN A CHANGING BUSINESS TRAVEL LANDSCAPE  A curated training session conducted by SBR Consulting [https://sbrconsulting.com/] experts, designed to maximize your professional potential and give you the tools needed to succeed in your role. In today's rapidly changing business travel industry, organizations and professionals need to adapt and navigate through various challenges. This training is designed to equip participants with the essential negotiation and influence skills required to excel in this dynamic environment. The 60-minute virtual event aims to leave delegates with the knowledge and tools required to successfully negotiate contracts, build strategic partnerships, and drive positive outcomes amidst ongoing industry transformations, whether on the buyer or supplier side of the industry. Interaction will be via ‘chat’ whereby the delegate can comment, share and respond anonymously. Key Takeaways: * Improved negotiation skills to achieve favourable outcomes in business travel contracts and agreements. * Enhanced ability
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Meeting

Buyer Only 21 March 2024

Chair’s Lunch

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED PLEASE CONTACT SECREATARIAT@ITM.ORG.UK [secreatariat@itm.org.uk?subject=Chairs%20Lunch%2021%20March] TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAITLIST Connect with a small group of buyers to expand your network and debate pressing issues. Whether new to the industry or established in your role, this event aims to inspire thought-provoking discussion applicable to all programme sizes. Key takeaways * Establish and build valuable connections. * Learn from our diverse community and raise your profile within business travel. * Develop collaborations that contribute to positive change within the industry. What to expect * Round table meeting format with up to 15 buyers hosted by ITM Chair, Nikki Parsons in a relaxed setting. * Open to all buyers, seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. * Dietary requirements you may have can be accommodated. Rated by you: how your peers have benefitted "The discussion
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Webinar

Supplier Only 21 March 2024

Buyer Insights Webinar

A concise 30-minute industry update using buyer insights taken from our Buyer Knowledge Exchange (BKE) two days prior to the event.   Gain a perspective on how the industry is responding by asking questions and getting further context on the topics that were discussed.   Key takeaways * Identify opportunities directly from your target audience. * Get a better understanding of the drivers and barriers to key buyer decisions. * Take advantage of a consolidated overview of the buyer challenges your customers are facing. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with discussion points and poll results presented for further clarity. * Chat function available during the event for peer networking. * Ask questions before the event during registration and throughout the event using the Q&A tab. * Closed Captioning is available for this event. [https://dkbmbajk8ggfc.cloudfront.net/image/bi.png] Rated by you: how your peers have benefitted
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

ITM membership benefits the entire business travel community. Click on a membership type to find out how...

Buyer Membership

Buyer Membership

I am responsible
for procuring, managing
or booking travel
for my organisation.

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Supplier Membership

Supplier Membership

I am responsible
for supplying products
& services to the
travel industry.

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What’s New

Travel Managers Discuss Data Strategies, C-Suite Hotel Programmes and TMC Partners at latest ITM Buyer Knowledge Exchange

“Does your organisation have a separate hotel programme for senior executives, allowing them to stay wherever they want, or does your C-suite have to use the standard on-size fits all hotel booking policy?” This was one of the questions put to Global, EMEA and UK buyers attending ITM’s latest Buyer Knowledge Exchange session on 19 March 2024. | read more >

Airline Distribution is put in the Spotlight at Special ITM Buyer Knowledge Exchange Session

The increasing ‘noise’ from travellers wanting to book direct with airlines, and friction from stakeholders about the need to use a TMC, are among the greatest challenges that | read more >

10 Ways to Cut Your Travel Carbon Footprint

Check out these top tips from sustainability experts and travel buyers at ITM's Road to Net Zero Conference Summit | read more >

Meetings & Expense in the Spotlight at Special Buyer Knowledge Exchange

The decision-making process for creating a meeting & events (M&E) policy, understanding the volume of meetings in the pipeline, spend threshold rules, non-compliance, internal communication | read more >

ITM Road to Net Zero Summit Helps Buyers and Suppliers Pave the Way to Reducing Carbon Footprint

Corporate culture, data management and sustainable fuel sources are foundations for change | read more >

Mandating Rail over Air, Airline RFPs, and Current Travel Programme Priorities - Key Topics discussed at latest ITM Buyer Knowledge Exchange

A ‘Pulse Check’ of Global, EMEA and UK travel managers attending ITM’s latest Buyer Knowledge Exchange (BKE) revealed that | read more >

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