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The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association covering all things related to business travel. Expect weekly episodes each featuring interviews with industry experts and thought leaders on a range of key issues affecting the business travel industry. Visit gbta.org to learn more.
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AI and the Quest for the Perfect Trip: A Conversation with Steve Singh
This is the latest episode in GBTA's quarterly series focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and business travel. Join us for an engaging episode featuring Steve Singh, the visionary founder of Concur, as he delves into the transformative power of AI in business travel. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the quest for the perfect trip, from personalized itineraries to seamless expense management. Steve shares insights on the latest advancements, the impact on travelers and businesses, and his predictions for the future. Tune in to explore how AI is not only enhancing the travel experience but also setting new standards for efficiency and convenience in the industry. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation!
The Business of Travel Podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the ever-evolving realm of business travel. Each week, a new episode hosted by seasoned corporate travel professionals presents an engaging and enlightening exploration of key topics shaping the world of business travel today.
The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association. Visit www.gbta.org to learn more.
Podcast Guests
Steve Singh, Madrona
Kevin Fliess, GBTA
Additional Reading: Transforming Corporate Travel: An Open Roadmap to Fixing a Broken System, Steve Singh
Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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It's Time to Bring Accessibility Center Stage in Business Travel
For years, the business travel industry has looked for guidance to bring more accessibility into travel programs. How do we communicate with travelers who disclose a need? How do we request that information in a confidential way? How can the business travel industry collaborate on making the landscape more accessible for ALL travelers?
In this podcast, the GBTA Foundation explores these questions with the Inclusion & Culture Committee, and shares more information about the release of the new Accessibility Toolkit in the GBTA Hub. Listeners will learn what travel managers, suppliers, TMCs, and champions can do to advocate for making the business travel industry more accessible for all. Link: https://gbtafoundation.org/accessibility/
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Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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The Solution to Sustainable Hotel Procurement | The Carbon Compass
In this second episode of the Carbon Compass, host Kelsey Frenkiel, GBTA, is joined by Albena Taseva, WSAudiology, and Townsend Bailey, IHG Hotels & Resorts, to discuss the GBTA Foundation’s Sustainable Procurement Standards (SPS). Together they will dive deep into the background of SPS, challenges for buyers and suppliers, guidelines for implementation, and more.
The Business of Travel Podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the ever-evolving realm of business travel. Each week, a new episode hosted by seasoned corporate travel professionals presents an engaging and enlightening exploration of key topics shaping the world of business travel today.
The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association. Visit www.gbta.org to learn more.
Host & Guest Info
Kelsey Frenkiel, GBTA
Albena Taseva, WSAudiology
Townsend Bailey, IHG Hotels & Resorts
Referenced Documents
GBTA Foundation Sustainable Procurement Standards
Key Topics Discussed
Sustainability
RFP
ESG
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Reflections on the Big Idea: Artificial Intelligence
GBTA Board View: Regional Insights on Business Travel
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Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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Reflections on the Big Idea: Artificial Intelligence
Reflections on the Big Idea: Artificial Intelligence
In this episode of The Business of Travel podcast, join host Kevin Fliess, GBTA, as he speaks with Yannis Karmis, BCD Travel and Aurelie Krau, travel tech geek and innovation consultant, to discuss the findings of the Big Ideas sessions at GBTA Europe Conference and GBTA APAC Conference and what might be on the horizon for AI in the business travel industry.
The Business of Travel Podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the ever-evolving realm of business travel. Each week, a new episode hosted by seasoned corporate travel professionals presents an engaging and enlightening exploration of key topics shaping the world of business travel today.
The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association. Visit www.gbta.org to learn more.
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Episode Reference Documents
The Big Idea Artificial Intelligence (AI) and What It Means for Business Travel Management
Read on BCD’s Website
GBTA Members can read in the Hub
Host & Guest Info
Yannis Karmis, BCD Travel
Aurelie Krau, Innovation Consultant
Kevin Fliess, GBTA
Key Topics Discussed
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Generative AI
Travel Management
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Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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GBTA Board View: Regional Insights on Business Travel
Globally, business travel is moving into a new and next chapter. But how do global transformation and trends in how people are traveling for work now compare – or contrast – to the realities and experiences for key regions around the world? In this podcast, Europe-based GBTA Board President, Mark Cuschieri, is joined for a topical discussion by fellow Board members and regional-based industry leaders. Hear market-by-market insights from Peter Koh, Ex-Officio Member for APAC, Liz Oliveria, Direct Seat, Regional Canada, and Felipe Cardona, Ex-Officio Member for LATAM. The group will explore the overall sentiment for business travel for the year ahead and breakdown key subject areas like remote work, evolving preferences in travelers, the role of sustainability, and more.
The Business of Travel Podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the ever-evolving realm of business travel. Each week, a new episode hosted by seasoned corporate travel professionals presents an engaging and enlightening exploration of key topics shaping the world of business travel today.
The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association. Visit www.gbta.org to learn more.
Episode References
GBTA Sustainable Procurement Standards
Host & Guest Info
Mark Cuschieri, President
Peter Koh, Ex-Officio Member, APAC
Liz Oliveria, Direct Seat, Regional Canada
Felipe Cardona, Ex-Officio Member, LATAM
Key Topics Discussed
Climate Action
Sustainability
Traveler Trends
Remote and Hybrid Work
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Transcript
View the Transcript Here
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Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
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Individual Profile Risk
In this episode, Risk Committee members are discussing the importance of individual profile risk for business travelers. They are focusing on how a specific traveler's unique set of factors and characteristics can impact their safety and well-being during a trip, which is referred to as individual profile risk in travel risk management. These factors encompass personal health considerations, cultural awareness, travel experience, and behavior. Our experts will explore methods for obtaining relevant information and customizing it to each individual's profile while considering privacy policies. They will also address how this approach should be applied to blended travel. Brought to you by the Risk Committee.
The Business of Travel Podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the ever-evolving realm of business travel. Each week, a new episode hosted by seasoned corporate travel professionals presents an engaging and enlightening exploration of key topics shaping the world of business travel today.
The Business of Travel is the official podcast of the Global Business Travel Association. Visit www.gbta.org to learn more.
Host & Guest Info
Bruce McIndoe, McIndoe Risk Advisory LLC
Suzanne Sangiovese, Riskline
Vasilis Tzanetis, Sibylline
Jorge Mesa, BCD Travel
Key Topics Discussed
Risk Management, Individual Travel Risk Profile, Privacy Policies, Blended Travel
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Transcript
View the episode transcript here
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Music track is Space Jazz by Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License