Space, the luxury market, women in tourism, spa and wellness, maximising potential on the web, marketing to the gay and lesbian market, branding, sales and marketing trends, return on investment and the future of the travel agent. This is just…
Space, the luxury market, women in tourism, spa and wellness, maximising potential on the web, marketing to the gay and lesbian market, branding, sales and marketing trends, return on investment and the future of the travel agent. This is just a taster of some of the topics being covered in World Travel Market’s most diverse seminar programme ever.
Commenting on the programme Fiona Jeffery, World Travel Market’s Managing Director said: “We have created a dynamic and challenging seminar programme that shows we have the finger on the pulse of the international travel and tourism industry. Whether a WTM veteran or WTM newcomer there is something of interest for everyone. The seminars aim to inform, educate and challenge both exhibitors and visitors to recognise new and potentially profitable areas, helping them make the most of their businesses.”
Some of the highlights of the four day event include:
- “Space exploration: The next generation of travel” – Eric Anderson, President and CEO Space Adventures Ltd
- “The future is now – the latest online developments” – Organised by Genesys with speakers Warren Kinny, Managing Director Exodus Systems; Roberto da Re, CEO Dolphin Dynamics; Gerry Samuels, Managing Director Mobile Travel Technologies
- “Exploring the luxury traveller’s journey” hosted by Morris Visitor Publications
- “Successful meetings guaranteed” – Peter Haigh, President MPI UK
- “Women in tourism: a quest for talent retention”, organised by SHINE People&Places celebrating women’s achievements in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry
- “Latest trends in the USA international market” – William A Maloney, American Society of Travel Agents
- “The rise and rise of spa and wellness tourism” organised by British International Spa Association
- “Secrets of selling success” – Richard English, RE Training
- “Essential guide to the gay and lesbian market” – hosted by Ian Johnson, Managing Director Out Now Consulting
- “Looking into the future of tourism” – The Tourism Business Frontiers Forum chaired by Professor David Airey
- “The future of the travel agent” – Organised by Genesys with Paul Evans, Chief Executive The Lowcost Travel Group and Todd Carpenter, Director Travel Trust Association
- “Selling Germany after the World Cup” – Joanne Ezekiel, Sales Manager, UK & Ireland German National Tourist Office
- “Value of branding online” – organised by CIMTIG with David Bee, Digital Creative Director Designate
- How comprehensive is a dynamic package? – chaired by Richard Siddle, Editor Travel Weekly
- “Training for travel” – author and writer Graeme Payne
- “Selling cruises” – Seatrade and PSARA
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