Still on the fence about GovTravels 2017? Here are some commonly asked questions, and reasons why you should attend!
Q: I haven’t heard about this event before. What is GovTravels?
A: GovTravels is an annual symposium where passenger travel professionals from government and industry gather to meet, learn and collaborate on regulations, technology, challenges and best practices in government travel. This year’s event is Feb. 27 – March 1 at the Hilton Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
Q: Is this just a military-oriented event? Who is GovTravels for?
A: If you work in passenger travel services for any part of the federal government, a state government, or the private sector related to government travel, GovTravels is for you.
Q: What value will I get by attending GovTravels?
A: You will experience a broad set of benefits: Presentations by leaders in government travel, access to decision makers and thought leaders, and educational breakouts with the Defense Travel Management Office and GSA’s Office of Travel and Transportation Services. Not to mention the opportunity to network with colleagues and share your expertise!
Q: What organizations are involved?
A: We’ve created the program with input from DTMO, GSA, and private sector stakeholders. Leading companies across the travel industry – including Amtrak, Avis Budget Group, BCD Travel, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, Concur, Cornerstone Information Systems, Inc., Crowne Plaza San Diego, CWTSatoTravel, Duluth Travel Incorporated, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, La Quinta Inns & Suites, Lodging Hospitality Management, mLINQS, LLC, Oakwood Worldwide, Omega World Travel, Sabre Travel Network, South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SuiteAmerica, The Hertz Corporation, and Travelport – are already sponsors, exhibitors and attendees.
There is still time to get “early bird” prices on GovTravels 2017 registration – act now!
Hello I stumbled upon this GOVTRAVELS event accidentally. How would I go about getting on a distribution list or such to be informed of this for next year. I am our DTS POC and I manage the GTC program. Would this be beneficial for someone in my position. THank you for your time,
Melanie, many apologies for the delay, and thanks for your interest! We’re happy to add you to our distribution list for GovTravels 2018 – is the .mil address you’ve used here the best one to use?
Yes…thank you