ITM Scotland Summit

Sponsored By Barclaycard, Delta Air Lines, Meliá Hotels International, Virgin Atlantic, Etihad Airways, Direct Travel X ATPI


ITM Scotland Summit

We live in a world that is dependent on connectivity. Air connectivity is the key to unlocking a country’s and region’s economic growth potential. 

Up in the air connectivity is changing in-flight, including onboard Wi-Fi, satellite connectivity solutions, in-flight mobile phone use, and access to personal electronic devices. Not to be left out, rail connectivity is challenging the air and roads to bring alternative regional options. 

Are you harnessing your TMC  & travel programme’s maximum connectivity by enabling your travellers to be fully connected when booking and paying? Connect with us in Edinburgh and find out!

Partners & Sponsors

Other
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Title Sponsor

Barclaycard

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Title Sponsor

Delta Air Lines

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Title Sponsor

Direct Travel X ATPI

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Title Sponsor

Etihad Airways

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Title Sponsor

Meliá Hotels International

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Title Sponsor

Virgin Atlantic

Speakers

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Tom Ellis

Independent Travel Management Consultant | --

Audrey Muir

Corporate Travel and Workplace Experience Manager | Baillie Gifford & Co

Venue

The Principal Edinburgh

About Venue

The Principal Edinburgh on George Street has been welcoming hotel guests since 1881. At its heart are five listed Georgian townhouses, built in 1775 as homes for Edinburgh’s most prosperous citizens. The hotel’s interiors combine luxurious natural materials such as oak, marble and leather with a palette of colours inspired by the great 19th-century Scottish landscape painters. A nod to Edinburgh’s rich literary heritage, The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen was once home to acclaimed

Address

19 - 21 George Street

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 2PB

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Public Transportation

By Train

Edinburgh Waverly Station

By Tube

Parking

Street parking is free between 6:30pm - 8.30am every day, and is free all day on Sunday. Outside of these hours there is a maximum parking time of three hours for £3.60 per hour. We offer a preferential rate for our guests at the Q Park Omni Centre car park (postcode: EH1 3AN).

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Registration Fee
Business Buyer Free
Business IP Buyer Free
Business IP Supplier Free
Business Supplier Free
Connect Buyer £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect IP Buyer £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect IP Supplier £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Connect Supplier £ 99.00 (Ex. VAT)
Non-Member £ 149.00 (Ex. VAT)
Registration Closes

Thursday Aug 31, 2017

1:00 AM Europe/London
Event Time

Friday Jun 09, 2017

10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Europe/London
Venue

The Principal Edinburgh

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PARTNERS & SPONSORS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Social

All Member 29 January 2026

Mentoring Social

Join us for the FREE ITM Mentoring Social, a relaxed and informal evening designed to bring together mentors, mentees, and the wider ITM mentoring community. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow participants in a friendly, social setting. Whether you’re new to the programme or an existing participant, this event offers the chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights and celebrate the power of mentoring. This event includes canapés and two drinks per person. Note: This event has a limited capacity! Book now to avoid disappointment! We look forward to welcoming you!
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Webinar

All Member 03 February 2026

Inside the Mind of the Buyer

An open, honest and safe space for both buyers and suppliers to gain direct insight from experienced buyer voices. For suppliers, this session offers a rare chance to reverse the dynamic and ask buyers the questions that matter to you. For buyers, it’s an opportunity to hear how peers are thinking, what they’re working on and the challenges currently shaping their programmes. This is a live-only event and encourages open discussion. Submit your questions during registration to ensure they are covered, or ask them live on the day for full flexibility. Key takeaways * Validate best practices and gain invaluable insights. * Get to the heart of the issues affecting your sector. * Ask any question in confidence without being judged. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with tiled speakers and chat functionality. * Topics are collated from questions submitted during registration. * Questions submitted in advance take priority, however you can ask
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Networking

All Member 04 February 2026

Scotland Network

Join us in Edinburgh for an engaging afternoon bringing together the Scotland business travel community for discussion, insight, and meaningful connection. The programme brings all delegates together for a collaborative summit featuring guest speakers, regional perspectives and open conversation. Following the summit, continue the discussion in a relaxed setting during our drinks and canapés networking social. Throughout the afternoon, you can expect a welcoming environment, opportunities for participation and a chance to strengthen relationships across the region. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Build valuable relationships across the Scotland Network * Hear buyer and supplier perspectives on today’s most pressing challenges * Learn from guest speakers and real-world programme experiences * Connect over drinks and canapés in a relaxed, informal setting WHAT TO EXPECT * A warm welcome with refreshments available throughout * Unallocated seating facing the stage * Facilitated discussions with opportunities for delegate participation * Drinks and canapés networking reception included
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Summit

All Member 12 February 2026

Trending

An ITM Signature Event Discover all the details about our Trending event, including the full agenda, at www.itm.org.uk/trending [http://www.itm.org.uk/trending] Join us as our speakers explore how they see 2026 across their areas of expertise. They will share perspectives on emerging trends, industry challenges, and opportunities to rebuild and refocus towards a stronger, more responsible travel programme for 2026 and beyond. We will also reveal the findings from our annual Buyer Priorities survey, completed by ITM’s buyer members in the build up to the event. The results will showcase shifting priorities and highlight the forward focus of the buyer community as it relates to travel management. [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/ITM-Event-Page-Banners-Trending-2025-Buyeres.gif]
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Showcase

Buyer Only 24 February 2026

TMC Showcase

This quick-fire format pushes each presenter to demonstrate what makes them an ideal partner. They’ll highlight key developments and innovations, and show how their solutions have adapted to meet the evolving needs of travel buyers and travellers in a constantly shifting landscape. Key takeaways * Benchmark suppliers and understand how they compare. * Discover what’s new across both established and emerging providers. * Ask anonymous questions directly to each presenter. What to expect * A Zoom event featuring concise, punchy presentations or demos from our selected suppliers, followed by a dedicated Q&A. * The option to ask anonymous questions throughout, helping you obtain the insights that matter most. * Chat functionality to share thoughts and discuss propositions with fellow buyer members on the call. Register for Part Two here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001044]
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Networking

Buyer Only 26 February 2026

Ireland Network: Buyers

Join fellow corporate travel buyers for an exclusive roundtable lunch and open discussion in a private setting. This buyer-only session provides a trusted space to share challenges, compare approaches and explore current priorities before the wider Ireland Network event begins. After the roundtable, buyers are welcome to remain for the full afternoon programme and evening networking with suppliers and peers from across the business travel community. KEY TAKEAWAYS * A confidential space to discuss challenges and priorities with fellow buyers * Peer benchmarking and practical insight on travel programme strategies * A chance to shape the themes discussed in the wider Ireland Network session * Meaningful connections with the Ireland buyer community WHAT TO EXPECT * A private roundtable over a three course lunch with soft drinks * Facilitated discussion and topic-led conversation * Reserved buyer places (15 maximum) View the all member event page and agenda here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001049] [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/BUYER-IRELAND-buyers-2025-event.png]
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Networking

All Member 26 February 2026

Ireland Network

We are excited to return to Dublin for an afternoon of insight, discussion and meaningful networking. The programme begins with a buyer roundtable taking place separately, after which buyers join the full group for a collaborative Ireland Network session featuring guest speakers and open conversation. This event brings together buyers and suppliers to explore current challenges across the region, share perspectives, and strengthen the Ireland business travel community. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Build valuable relationships across the Ireland Network * Hear buyer and supplier perspectives on today’s most pressing challenges * Learn from guest speakers and real-world programme experiences * Connect over drinks and canapés in a relaxed, informal setting WHAT TO EXPECT * A warm welcome with refreshments available throughout * Unallocated seating facing the stage * Facilitated discussions with opportunities for delegate participation * Drinks and canapés networking reception included If you're a buyer please register here [https://www.itm.org.uk/image/BUYER-IRELAND-buyers-2025-event.png] [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001047]
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Showcase

Buyer Only 04 March 2026

TMC Showcase

This quick-fire format pushes each presenter to demonstrate what makes them an ideal partner. They’ll highlight key developments and innovations, and show how their solutions have adapted to meet the evolving needs of travel buyers and travellers in a constantly shifting landscape. Key takeaways * Benchmark suppliers and understand how they compare. * Discover what’s new across both established and emerging providers. * Ask anonymous questions directly to each presenter. What to expect * A Zoom event featuring concise, punchy presentations or demos from our selected suppliers, followed by a dedicated Q&A. * The option to ask anonymous questions throughout, helping you obtain the insights that matter most. * Chat functionality to share thoughts and discuss propositions with fellow buyer members on the call. Register for Part One here [https://www.itm.org.uk/events/evt-001043]
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Meeting

Buyer Only 05 March 2026

Quarterly Northwest Buyer Meet

Connect with a small group of buyers to expand your local network and discuss pressing industry issues. Whether you’re new to the sector or established in your role, this quarterly meeting is designed to support you in your professional journey. Through thought-provoking discussions relevant to all programme sizes, we welcome participants either based in Northwest England or with regional travel within their remit. Key Takeaways • Establish and strengthen valuable connections • Learn from our diverse community and raise your profile in business travel • Foster collaborations that contribute to positive industry change What to Expect • A roundtable meeting with up to 15 buyers in a relaxed setting - Lunch included • Open to all buyers, with seats allocated on a first-come, first-served basis • Dietary requirements will be accommodated Note: This event is exclusively for Travel Managers.
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Meeting

Buyer Only 05 March 2026

Chair’s Lunch: Platinum Edition

As part of ITM’s 70-year celebration, this Platinum Edition will be hosted by a former ITM Chair or influential figure from our community. 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's Chair 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 your peers "The discussion was so informative as always, and we delved into a couple of other
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