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Tuesday, 24 November, 11:00-12:00


Fads vs. Future: What is the Future of Technology in Car & Hotel?

Join us for a fast-paced session on the hottest trends in Car and Hotel influencing the corporate travel scene. Industry experts will weigh in on the trends with the most staying power, explore how innovations may affect future travellers, and discuss the policies to consider when integrating these trends into existing programs. 


Moderator:


Oliver Tams
Director Strategic Partnerships

Think Procurement


Featured Speakers:


Tim Drews

IT Business Partner Asia Pacific

Hertz


Janice Chan

Senior Director, Digital Marketing 

Starwood Hotels 



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Using Social Media Data to your Advantage

In recent years, we have more data available to us than ever before. In this session, our social media data expert will discuss  what it takes to embrace social media data and use it in smarter ways to make it work to your advantage. 


Featured Speaker:


Dr. Mathew McDougall

CEO and Founder

Digital Jungle



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Designing the Travel Experience for the Next Generation Traveller

How are travel suppliers factoring traveller centricity and evolving traveller preferences into their products and services? What are the best practices managers should look for as they deliver their new or modified options? How could suppliers and buyers work together earlier to satisfy the traveller’s needs and what impact is this having on the industry? Join the discussion for insights on these questions and more as our panel explores the year's most influential trends.


Moderator:


Georgie Farmer

Group Manager, Sourcing Strategy and Operations 

Microsoft Procurement


Panelists:


Siobhan Foley

Global Travel Operations and Technology Lead

Accenture


Christian Lukey

Head of Hotels, APAC

Amadeus


John Simeone

Head of Business & Government Sales
Qantas Airways Limited 


James Kavanagh

General Manager
FCm Travel Solutions Australia



Leadership for Now
Almost any challenge can be turned around by strong leadership. Leadership skills are a key competitive advantage for organizations and individuals. They impact our ability to build collaborative relationships, create supportive teams, network, inspire and motivate. Join this interactive session to understand the three core pillars for inspirational leadership. Takeaways include:

  • Developing an awareness of the way you show up and your impact on others
  • Understanding your own and other’s communication styles and how this shapes the perception of you as a leader 
  • Leading with purpose and vision to build alignment, empowerment and performance

 

Featured Speaker:


Pat Skalsky

Altus Q


Tuesday, 24 November, 13:15-14:15



Straight Talk about the Industry's Future  

In this session, our industry experts will dive deep into some major changes happening in corporate travel and how they will affect the industry in the future. Our panelists will take a look at both sides of the spectrum and discuss new and innovative ways companies are preparing for change and what we can see happening in the next few years. Topics discussed may be: Direct Cost Model, Making Data Secure & Meaningful, Travel Risk Management in a Mobile World, Loyalty Programs and Credit card surcharges and the government’s involvement. 


Moderator:


Margaret Newbigin

TravelBridge Consulting


Panelists:


Kurt Knackstedt

Chief Executive Officer

Troovo


Oliver Tams
Director Strategic Partnerships

Think Procurement

Simon Dodd

General Manager, Australia & New Zealand

American Airlines


Mikko Penttila

Regional Travel Operations Lead – Asia Pacific

Pfizer Global Procurement

Sarah Larkin

Director, Consulting Services

Locomote


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The New Payment Landscape: Going from Plastic to Virtually Painless 

The trend toward virtual payments is gaining momentum. Learn from a first-hand implementation case study what their experience could mean for your corporate travel policy and for your travellers.


Moderator:


David Lorimer

Manager - Online and Supplier Strategy

Fraedom & HRG


Featured Speakers:


Cathy Karpathy

Product Marketing Executive

Sabre


Joe Monaghan
Global Head of Travel Services
Sutherland Global 

Georgie Farmer

Group Manager, Sourcing Strategy and Operations 

Microsoft Procurement



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Rules of Engagement: Communication Strategies to Save Money and Increase Traveller Satisfaction

How are travel suppliers factoring traveller centricity and evolving traveller preferences into their products and services? What are the best practices managers should look for as they deliver their new or modified options? How can suppliers and buyers work together earlier to satisfy the traveller’s needs? What impact is this having on the industry? Join the discussion for insights on these questions and more as our expert explores the year's most influential trends.


Featured Speaker:


Tass Messinis

Managing Director

BCD Travel Australia


Moderator:


Deborah Clifford

Senior Manager, Category Management - NSW Government

NSW Government



LinkedIn - Benefits Beyond Links

LinkedIn continues to dominate globally as the most widely used professional networking tool. Are you using it to your advantage? Promote your company, attract new talent, discover new business opportunities, maintain key networking connection, and more. Learn directly from LinkedIn experts who will share their best tips and tricks to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile and the platform as a business tool.


Featured Speakers:


Emma Nicolle

Talent Solutions - Enterprise Specialist

LinkedIn


David Watson

Head of SMB Sales Solutions 

LinkedIn


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Tuesday, 24 November, 14:45-15:45


Changing the World of Travel in Real Time (Supplier Focused)

Brands and businesses are moving away from the traditional way of demographic targeting and focusing on owning conversations by targeting 'Moments' not audiences. How can we build up a presence and engage with your customers 1 on 1, and be seen as a trusted partner? By studying conversations, seeing how people are talking about their experiences, and using that intelligence to inform your communications, i.e., Changing the World of Travel in Real Time.


Featured Speaker:


Ian Wheeler

Account Executive

Twitter Australia



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Tourism and Travel Trends 2015 & Forecast 2016:  Impacts on Corporate Travel

Lachlan Smirl with Deloitte Access Economics will present Deloitte's invaluable report on Tourism and Hotel Outlook for 2015 and the impacts on corporate travel. Following Lachlan's presentation, Richard Johnson from American Express Global Business Consulting will discuss the trends and forecast for Air, Hotel and Ground Transportation for 2016 and, following on from the release of the Asia Travel Barometer, that will add unique insights into how organisations are thinking about key travel topics.  Don't miss the opportunity to ask Lachlan & Richard your own questions following the presentation. 


Featured Speakers:

Lachlan Smirl
Partner
Deloitte Access Economics

Richard Johnson
Senior Consulting Manager
American Express Global Business Consulting


Designing the Travel Experience for the Next Generation Traveller

How are travel suppliers factoring traveller centricity and evolving traveller preferences into their products and services? What are the best practices managers should look for as they deliver their new or modified options? How could suppliers and buyers work together earlier to satisfy the traveller’s needs and what impact is this having on the industry? Join the discussion for insights on these questions and more as our panel explores the year's most influential trends.


Moderator:


Georgie Farmer

Group Manager, Sourcing Strategy and Operations 

Microsoft Procurement


Panelists:


Siobhan Foley

Global Travel Operations and Technology Lead

Accenture


Christian Lukey

Head of Hotels, APAC

Amadeus


John Simeone

Head of Business & Government Sales
Qantas Airways Limited 


James Kavanagh

General Manager
FCm Travel Solutions Australia



Paths to the Top: The Journey of Mentees and why Mentors are Invaluable


Corporate Travel Mentorship: Gain insights to finding the right Mentor from 4 Mentees. Understand the journey of Mentees, challenges, failures and ultimate success.


Featured Speaker:


Lisa Pagotto

Founder

Crooked Compass


Interviewees

Amber Gunther
Industry Sales Manager
Contiki Holidays

Nicola Caygill
Managing Director
Microcruising.com

Gena Signorini
Key Account Manager
Amadeus