Joint Education Day: The Future of Travel & Leadership in The Age of AI
May 08, 2026
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Westin San Francisco Airport
1 Old Bayshore Highway
Millbrae, CA 94030
http://www.westin.com/sanfranciscoairport
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GBTA Bay Area & Silicon Valley Joint Education Day
Friday, May 8
10AM - 5PM
The Future of Travel & Leadership in The Age of AI
The Westin San Francisco Airport
1 Old Bayshore Hwy
Millbrae, CA 94030
Deadline Extended — Register by Tuesday, May 5 at 12:00 PM (PT)
Like every industry, corporate travel is rapidly evolving, with AI accelerating innovation and reshaping how we work. At the same time, our industry remains rooted in relationships, trust, and human connection.
As roles shift and the talent pipeline evolves, the question becomes: how do we embrace new technology while continuing to develop the next generation of leaders?
This joint Education Day brings both perspectives together — from exploring AI-powered solutions, including our Shark Tank–style showcase of online booking tools, to redefining how we grow into more strategic and value-driven roles.
The future of corporate travel isn’t AI versus people — it’s people and AI, working together to elevate our industry.
Keynote speaker:
Adam Braun, CEO & Co-Founder, Clarasight
NY Times Best Seller & Professional Speaker
Agenda (Subject to change)
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Buyer-Only Registration
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Buyer-Only Session
“Building a Business Case That Wins Leadership Support”
Speaker:
Justin Morris, Vice President, Executive Travel
Have you ever identified a promising travel solution but struggled to secure leadership buy-in or budget approval? This interactive workshop will provide practical strategies to build a compelling business case and effectively influence decision-makers.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
General Registration, Networking & Trade Show
12:00 PM – 1:20 PM
Lunch & Keynote Address
Build for Where The World Is Headed Next: Travel in the Age of AI
Keynote Speaker: Adam Braun, CEO, Clarasight
1:20pm - 1:50pm
Networking & Trade Show
1:50pm - 2:50pm
Travel Buyers Panel
Moderator:
Kevin Iwamoto, GBTA Past President
Panelists:
Gain insights from industry leaders as they share perspectives on navigating today’s evolving corporate travel landscape.
2:50pm - 3:15pm
Networking & Trade Show
3:15pm - 4:25pm
AI-Powered Travel Tools: Shark Tank Showcase
Contestants:
Spotnana - Justin Schuster, Sr. Vice President
BizTrip - Tom Romary, Founder and CEO
Egencia - John Sturino, SVP, Product & Engineering Egencia, Neo and Amex GBT
LaaSy - Asim Mohammad, CTO
Navan - Toby Quaranta, Sr. Enterprise Account Executive
4:25pm - 4:45pm
Closing, Drawing
Title Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Buyer-session Sponsor
Trade Show Sponsors
Media Sponsors
Thank you to our Host Venue:
Westin SFO Airport Discount Rate:
To get a 15% discount on the hotel rate, go to marriott.com and enter the code "X09" under the "Corp/Promo code" under the special rate section.
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Important Note Regarding Registration Fee:
As part of your registration for this event, a $10.00 portion of the fee will be allocated as a voluntary contribution to GBTA | Bay Area PAC to complete our chapter challenge goals. These funds will support efforts that align with the goals and values of our organization. Please note that your name will be provided to GBTA as a donor to the PAC as part of this contribution.
- The contribution to the PAC is optional and will be automatically included in the registration fee unless otherwise indicated.
- If you choose not to contribute, have paid your registration with a corporate card or do not wish for your name to be shared, please email [email protected] to opt out.
- Contributions are not tax-deductible, and individuals are subject to the applicable legal limits for PAC donations.
Note: $190 Walk up tickets are limited on a first come first serve basis and cannot be guaranteed.
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Register NowTickets
$85.00 Corporate/Direct Member Ticket (Registration fees are non-refundable - please visit our FAQs page)
$125.00 Member Education Day Ticket (Registration fees are non-refundable - please visit our FAQs page for additional information)
$145.00 after 05:00 pm April 24
$160.00 Nonmember Education Day Ticket (Registration fees are non-refundable - please visit our FAQs page for additional information)
$180.00 after 05:00 pm April 24
$125.00 GBTA All-Access Member: If you have questions or would like to verify a member as an All Access Member, please email [email protected].
$145.00 after 05:00 pm April 24
$85.00 Guest Corporate Buyer - Non Member
