Collaborate. Innovate. Explore the trends shaping corporate travel in 2026.
Event Details:
January 20–21, 2026
The Union League of Philadelphia
140 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
Registration Fee: FREE
(Breakfast and lunch included)
Sponsored by:
About the Symposium
This two-day symposium brings together business leaders, travel managers, entrepreneurs and frequent travelers to discuss the future of corporate travel. Sessions will cover strategic routes and markets, hospitality trends, AI in travel, loyalty strategies and practical steps for maximizing travel ROI. Network with industry partners and peers while enjoying breakfast, lunch and evening hospitality in the historic Union League of Philadelphia.
FAQs
Q: What is included in the registration?
A: Registration includes access to all symposium sessions, breakfast and lunch on January 21, and networking opportunities.
Q: Who should attend?
A: Entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate decision-makers, finance leaders, frequent business flyers and top-tier loyalty members. The event is tailored for professionals shaping and influencing corporate travel strategy.
Itinerary
Tuesday, Jan. 20
6:30 P.M. — Attendee registration and welcome cocktail
7:00 P.M.–9:00 P.M. — Dinner, Union League of Philadelphia
Wednesday, Jan. 21
8:00 A.M.–9:00 A.M. — Breakfast, Fell Room (business casual all day)
9:00 A.M.–9:15 A.M. — Opening remarks, McMichael Room
9:15 A.M.–10:15 A.M. — Morning Session (1): Fernanta Ottavio, Manager – North America, TAP Air Portugal – TAP for BIZ (45-minute presentation followed by 15-minute discussion/Q&A). Topic: How Portugal can be an ideal gateway to Europe and Africa for business travel.
10:15 A.M.–11:00 A.M. — Break, Fell Room
11:00 A.M.–12:15 P.M. — Morning Session (2): Ryan Messier, Director USA Business Development, IHG Business Edge (panel discussion and Q&A). Topics: unlocking growth through corporate travel, the role of AI in the travel industry, and how hospitality balances convenience, loyalty and cost.
12:15 P.M.–2:00 P.M. — Lunch and partner networking, Fell Room
2:00 P.M.–3:15 P.M. — Afternoon Session (3): Sue Castorino, President, The Speaking Specialist; Francis X. Gallagher, Publisher & CEO, Global Traveler (one-hour presentation plus 15-minute discussion). Topic: travel challenges and opportunities in a rapidly changing world.
3:30 P.M. — Departures
Join industry peers and thought leaders to collaborate, innovate and prepare your organization for the evolving landscape of corporate travel in 2026.