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GTMC reveals conference line-up
Top industry representatives from Amadeus, Cendant, Virgin Atlantic and Radius have been confirmed for the Guild of Travel Management Companies’ annual conference.
The event in Las Vegas on May 12-15 takes the theme of ‘What really matters’. This will be addressed by a range of industry perspectives, with speakers including Virgin Atlantic commercial director Willy Boulter, Institute of Travel management executive director Paul Tilstone, GTMC chief executive Philip Carlisle, Radius president and chief executive Tony Hughes – a former GTMC chairman – and Cendant TDS UK & Ireland regional managing director Jason Clarke.
Amadeus UK & Ireland managing director Stephane Durand will present a study of ravel agency cost drivers while yield management from a hotel perspective will also be up for debate.
GTMC chairman Paul Allan said the event promised to be “one of the most fascinating and informative” in years.
Report by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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