Fundamentals of Business Travel Management

Two-Day Workshop
Saturday, July 26 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday, July 27 8:30 am – 11:30 am and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: 402AB

Facilitator: Robin Roane, CTE, CCTE, CMP, Director, Membership, NBTA

The Fundamentals Workshop is NBTA’s starter course focusing on the basics of business travel management. This two-day workshop is designed to describe the primary components of managed travel and how a well-designed program becomes a strategic corporate asset. Attendees will learn key strategies used to optimize travel spend and deliver ROI. An expert facilitator will also provide an in-depth overview of various technology options that improve productivity and data management.

Key topics include:

Travel spending trends

Policy creation and implementation
Metrics and reporting
Traveler safety and security

Special emphasis will also be given to the travel manager’s role in risk mitigation and meetings consolidation.

Attendees who complete this two-day workshop will be eligible to take NBTA’s CTE exam. The exam is offered onsite or online for an additional charge of $100. Course participants who successfully complete the exam receive the designation of CTE – Corporate Travel Expert.

Who Should Attend?

Administrative Assistants
Coordinators
Travel or Procurement Managers new to travel
Regional/District Managers for travel suppliers new to travel management

Registration Fees

NBTA Member - Registered for Convention	$355
NBTA Member - Not Registered for Convention	$405
Non-Member - Registered for Convention	$455
Non-Member - Not Currently Registered for Convention	$505

Registration fee includes Breakfast and Lunch both days. Attendees enrolled in the Fundamentals Workshop may attend the First Timer's Reception and Orientation on Sunday from 11:30 am-1:00 pm.