Topic
Intermediaries Redefined
As travelers demand more seamless, personalized experiences, the pressure is on intermediaries to evolve. From OTAs and TMCs to GDSs and aggregators, these players are central to delivering convenience, choice, and flexibility. But can they keep pace with rising expectations? This roundtable explores whether today's technology is truly capable of enabling a fully connected trip. Join industry leaders as they debate the latest innovations, challenges, and strategic shifts shaping the future of travel distribution and the traveler experience.

Industry Experts
Jason Toothman
Chief Commercial Officer, Travelport
Neil Guerin
Vice President, Global Sales, American Airlines
Michelle Denogean
Chief Marketing Officer, MindTrip
Johan Elwin
Chief Commercial Officer, Etraveli Group
Lorraine Sileo
Founder, Phocuswright Research and Senior Analyst, Phocuswright

Who should join this table
OTAs, Travel Agencies, Tour Operators, Wholesalers, TMCs, Metasearches, GDS, Booking Engines, Distribution Technology

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Topic
Scaling Smarter
The hospitality industry is entering a new era: one defined by evolving traveler demands, tighter margins, new revenue models, and a patchwork of emerging global regulations. For owners, investors, and executives, the challenge is no longer just delivering great guest experiences, it's building hospitality businesses that can scale intelligently, operate efficiently, minimize risk across every market, and employ strategies to address an unpredictable, high-stakes future.

In this high-level roundtable, industry leaders will explore the strategic levers shaping hospitality growth today - from tech modernization and automation to compliance readiness and geographic expansion. We'll discuss how leading brands are rethinking investment priorities, adapting to regulatory change, and positioning themselves for long-term profitability and resilience.

Industry Experts
Nicole Rogers
GM, Lodging, Avalara
Dr. Richie Karaburun
Clinical Associate Professor & Director of HI HUB Incubator, NYU Tisch Center
Jon Gray
CEO, RVshare
Robert Cole
Senior Research Analyst, Lodging and Leisure Travel, Phocuswright

Who should join this table
Hotels, Hotel Technology, Loyalty Programs, Short-Term Rentals, Bedbanks, Resorts, Serviced Apartments

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Topic
The Digital Future
From intuitive online booking tools to artificial intelligence-powered chatbots and virtual concierge services, technology is enabling seamless and personalized experiences in the way we search, sell and service travel. Powerful AI tools and machine-learning applications are being used to improve speed and accuracy for many stages of the travel lifecycle, while new distribution capability (NDC) adoption and sustainability priorities are forcing the industry to re-think the problems that technology can (and should) address. What's working? What's missing? How far along are we?

Industry Experts
Victor Gaarenstroom
Senior Mobility, Delivery and Travel Manager, Adyen
Coney Dongre
Research Manager, Phocuswright

Who should join this table
Technology Solution Providers, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Back-Office, Blockchain, GDS, Hardware, Messaging/Chat, Search, Security/Fraud, Virtual Reality (VR), Voice

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Topic
Changing Behavior and Sentiments
Travel behavior is dynamic and multifaceted, and understanding it is essential for travel industry stakeholders to adapt and respond to the ever-changing needs and desires of travelers. Can we, as industry suppliers and intermediaries, leverage those new behaviors and expectations to navigate through the recovery and significantly increase conversion and loyalty?

Industry Experts
Jenn Lee
President, Travel Planners International
Alicia Schmid
Director of Research, Phocuswright

Who should join this table
Business Development, Marketing, DMOs, Associations, Governments

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Topic
Trailblazing Innovation in Travel
Advances in consumer facing applications empower travelers to discover and book their dream vacation more efficiently. Emerging b2b technology streamlines the merchandizing, booking, payment and servicing of travel products and experiences. The next wave of travel innovation is propelling the industry forward. Explore the technologies and business concepts transforming travel.

Industry Experts
TBA

Who should join this table
Startups, Venture Capitalists, Private Equity, Financial Analysts, Incubators, Accelerators

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Topic
Growth Markets In The Next 20
Asia and the Middle East are reshaping the future of travel. In Asia, booming passenger traffic, rapid tech adoption, and a growing middle class fuel bold innovations. Digital-first travelers from India, Indonesia, and Vietnam seek value and experiences, while affluent seniors in Japan, China, and Singapore demand premium, purposeful journeys.

At the same time, the Middle East is becoming a global travel powerhouse. From Dubai's ambitious expansion to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and Oman's steady rise, opportunities abound. Join a panel of leaders to uncover the innovations and customer shifts driving growth in these dynamic regions.

Industry Experts
Raj Rishi Singh
Chief Marketing & Business Officer, MakeMyTrip
Ross Veitch
CEO & Co-founder, Wego
Kei Shibata
CEO & Co-founder, travel.jp and Trip 101
Siew Hoon Yeoh
Founder and Managing Director, WiT

Who should join this table
Visionaries, Marketers, Growth Marketers, Business Development, Corporate Development

Topic
Trends in UX, Conversion & Emerging Payments
Payments continue to evolve as a critical lever for travel companies seeking growth and differentiation. From localization and alternative payment methods (APMs) to embedded finance solutions like BNPL, the payment journey has become central to traveler experience and conversion. This roundtable will explore the latest trends shaping travel payments, highlight strategies to optimize checkout and boost revenue, and consider how new technologies are reshaping the future of transactions in travel.

Industry Experts
TBA
Mike Coletta
Senior Manager, Research and Innovation, Phocuswright

Who should join this table
Product Managers, Distribution and Technology

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Topic
Consolidation and Digitization of the Travel Experiences Market
Experiences are becoming a core reason for travel. But connecting growing demand to a fragmented supply landscape is a challenge in itself. Integrating tours, activities, attractions and experiences into the booking path is crucial but what more can companies do to capture travelers' attention and keep them engaged? We will focus on issues such as loyalty, customer lifetime value, and how technology, in particular AI, impacts the category. We will also delve into the global opportunity that the tours and activities sector represents. Lastly, we will bring together the most important investors who will share perspectives on the opportunity in the TAAE category.

Industry Experts
TBA
Luuc Elzinga
Founder & President, Tiqets

Who should join this table
Tours & Activities Tech Providers, Attractions, OTAs, DMOs, Hospitality

Topic
Corporate Travel in Today's Environment
Corporate travel is evolving rapidly, with shifting traveler expectations and new demands on both SMEs and large enterprises. From the rise of managed solutions and changing distribution models to the growing need for flexibility, personalization, and work-life integration, the business travel ecosystem is being reshaped. TMCs and travel providers are innovating to deliver smarter, more seamless experiences that meet the needs of today's business travelers.

Industry Experts
Michael Berk
Director of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation, American Express Global Business Travel
Tom Romary
Founder and CEO, BizTrip.ai
Jay Boehmer
Editor-in-Chief, The Beat, The BTN Group

Who should join this table
Corporate Travel, TMCs, Buyers, Airlines

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