GBTA Wisconsin

Scholarship Applications are due by March 28, 2025 GBTA | WI is committed to providing continuing education for our members and our members' family members. Scholarships Available: (2) scholarships (to cover registration fees only) to attend GBTA’s 2024 Convention in Denver, CO, from July 21 to 23, 2025.  ·   One scholarship will be awarded to a Direct member (Direct member must be an All Access member or become one to receive the scholarship) ·   One scholarship will be awarded to an Allied member (Allied member must be an All Access member or become one to receive the scholarship) 2025 GBTA - WI National Convention Scholarship We will award one (1) $2,000 scholarship for any GBTA registration or program and associated travel costs (GBTA Convention, GBTA Legislative Summit, GLP program). 2025 GBTA - WI General Scholarship We will also award three (3) $1,000 GBTA WI Member or Family Member General Education Scholarships to members or their immediate family members. These scholarships will be announced at our May 14th meeting in Madison. 2025 GBTA - WI Family Scholarship All applications must be completed and returned to Liz Dressel by Friday, March 28th, 2025, by 5:00 pm. Scholarship application:

President's Message Dear Members, Maybe it's strangely optimistic coming from a lifelong Wisconsonite, but March to me feels like we are so close to warmer weather, outdoor adventures, and sunshine. (Please, no one share the 30 day weather outlook with me). Writing these messages and reflecting on the past few months also always brings a sense of pride in our travel community and chapter's accomplishments! In January, we hosted our Annual Conference and Silent Auction. I'm excited to share that we surpassed our goal and raised over $10,800! These funds will support scholarships, local Wisconsin charities, and educational content for our members. Our survey results from the conference showed that 96% of attendees felt the conference was worth the ROI. A big thank you to the Osthoff Resort for hosting us and providing such a beautiful venue! Later in the month, members of our leadership team attended the GBTA Leadership Summit in St. Louis, where we gained valuable insights and proudly represented Wisconsin as one of the top chapters. Just yesterday, I had the honor of representing GBTA-Wisconsin at the Hilton Garden Inn's Soiree. I shared what makes GBTA-Wisconsin so great with others in the industry. I look forward to growing our partnership with the travel community, including partners like Visit Milwaukee! Thank you to Anne Schneider, GBTA-WI Programs Chair and Director of Sales for the Hilton Garden Inn for the invite! Looking ahead to our future meetings (always on the second Wednesday of March, May, September and November)! Next week we will get the opportunity to meet at the beautiful Hyatt Regency. I'm also excited to share that we will be meeting at the Promega campus in Fitchburg in May. In October GBTA-Wisconsin will be hosting the CPC (Chapter President's Council) in at the Saint Kate Hotel in Milwaukee for the CPC quarterly meeting!  Each quarter, the CPC meets to discuss various topics to advance GBTA and the Chapter Network. This is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our great community and city. Sponsorship opportunities are available for vendors to showcase their brand and enhance our event. Pleas reach out to me if your company is interested in being a part of this event! Thank you for being a valued member of the GBTA-WI community. I look forward to seeing you soon! Warm regards, Alyssa Totoraitis Regional Travel Manager, Universities of Wisconsin President, GBTA-Wisconsin #gbtawisconsin #businesstravel

It is the final day to register for the GBTA Wisconsin March Meeting! #gbtawisconsin #AIintravel #businesstravel

We are just two short weeks away from our March meeting! Have you registered yet? There is still time to do so!

🚀 Join Us for an Exciting GBTA Wisconsin March Meeting! 🚀 Are you ready to navigate the future of travel with AI? 🌐✈️ We are thrilled to announce that our March meeting will feature the incredible Tahnee Perry as our guest speaker! Tahnee will be sharing invaluable insights on preparing for AI's impact on the travel industry. 📅 Date: March 12, 2025 📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Milwaukee Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and network with industry professionals. Register now and secure your spot! Register now and secure your spot! 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/gqjAshBC] #GBTAMeeting #AIinTravel #TravelIndustry #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #GBTAWisconsin

🌟 Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day 🌟 Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary leader who championed equality, justice, and peace. His dream of a world where everyone is judged by the content of their character continues to inspire us. At GBTA Wisconsin, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. As we reflect on Dr. King's profound impact, we reaffirm our dedication to creating a more inclusive and equitable environment for all. Let's honor Dr. King's legacy by continuing to advocate for positive change and by supporting each other in our journey towards a better future. #MLKDay #Diversity #Inclusion #Equality #GBTAWisconsin

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Our Annual Conference was an amazing success! We surpassed our silence auction goal of $10,000! The education and speakers were inspiring and entertaining. Very special thank you to our Education and Event coordinators, Amy Flanagan, Anne Schneider and Marcie Domine. #gbtawisconsin #annualconference

Rhea is such an amazing person! She is also one of the newest members of the GBTA-Wisconsin leadership team as our Hospitality Chair.

We are so happy to announce a last minute addition to our line up of speakers for our Annual Meeting: Mirela Longini Founder of RevAMP Bringing 15+ years of hotel experience and revenue management Topic: AI in Hospitality: Decoding the Buzz and Finding your Fit #gbtawi #annualconference #aiinhospitality