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Explore our 2026 Education Day Sponsorship Packages HERE and secure your spot today.

Trade your suit for a jersey, your briefcase for a ball cap, and come ready to connect, learn, and have some fun! Grab a hot dog, take your seat, and join us at the ballpark for a day filled with great conversations, fresh insights, valuable connections, and a whole lot of team spirit.

Thank you to all our Education Day Sponsors: 

GBTA Arizona Education Day Exhibitors

Melia Hotels International *** Cerebri AI

Embassy Suites Phoenix Downtown *** The Parking Spot

Hertz *** Southwest Airlines *** Air New Zealand

Direct Travel *** International SOS *** The Driver Provider

Meet our speakers and panelists:

The State of Managed Travel: What's Working, What's Broken, and What's Next

Mike Qualantone, Founder & Partner, New M.O.

Michael Qualantone is a founder and partner with New M.O., an organization launched in 2025 to advocate for travel management companies, global distribution systems and travel technology companies. Before that, he spent 34 years at American Express and American Express Global Business Travel, where he finished up as chief revenue officer in 2023.

Generation Gap

Dorothy Dowling | Hospitality Commercial Leader, Strategic Advisor & Talent Thought Leader

Panelists: Dan Winters, Resideo, Elizabeth Anderson, AC Element, Corrina Gallegos, Hertz, Jess Elmquist, Dutch Bros Coffee

 Dorothy Dowling is a Managing Director with Horwath HTL and a seasoned hospitality executive, commercial strategist and advisor with more than four decades of experience across the global travel and hospitality industry.

 Prior to her consulting career, Dorothy served for nearly 18 years as Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Sales for BWH Hotel Group, where she led the company’s global commercial organization spanning sales, marketing, distribution, loyalty, digital and other customer and revenue disciplines.

 

Today, Dorothy advises hospitality and travel organizations on commercial growth, customer strategy, organizational development and talent. She is also actively involved in industry research and thought leadership, including her work with the HSMAI Foundation on its State of Talent research.

Dorothy has a long history of leadership within both GBTA and HSMAI and has been recognized with lifetime achievement honors from HSMAI, the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference and GBTA WINiT.

 

Dan Winters is Head of Global Travel & Expense at Resideo, where he leads the company's global travel, expense and corporate card programs across more than 30 countries. His career in corporate travel spans an extraordinary period of change - from a time when airline tickets were still handwritten by travel agents to today's rapidly evolving world of AI, NDC and increasingly personalized digital travel experiences.

Elizabeth Anderson is a dedicated hospitality professional and Sales Manager at AC Hotel & Element Phoenix Norterra. With a passion for creating meaningful guest experiences and building strong client relationships, Elizabeth is committed to delivering exceptional service, fostering lasting partnerships, and helping guests and clients feel right at home.

Corrina Gallegos is a Corporate Sales Account Manager with Hertz, where she helps organizations across Arizona, Southern California, and the Las Vegas market maximize the value of their corporate travel programs. She is passionate about building strong partnerships, enhancing traveler experiences, and delivering strategic mobility solutions that support business goals.

AI Buyers Panel
Cindy Lewis, Vice President, Customer Success, Cerebri AI

Panelists: Alicia King, Chevron, Kathie Gatchell, ASM, Kelli Erving, Equinix 

Cindy Lewis serves as Vice President of Customer Success, bringing decades of leadership experience in business development across the corporate travel ecosystem. Her expertise spans travel technology, fintech, and B2B payment solutions, with a strong focus on driving growth within Travel Management Companies (TMCs) and corporate travel programs. Prior to joining Cerebri AI, Cindy held senior leadership roles with Edenred Pay, BCD Travel, and Campbell Travel, where she consistently built strategic partnerships and delivered measurable results.

A respected industry leader, Cindy currently serves as President of the Dallas–Fort Worth Chapter of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and as Vice President of the GBTA Chapter Presidents Council. Over the past 35 years, she has held multiple board positions within the DFW Chapter and has contributed nationally through GBTA’s Aviation and Technology Committees. In 2024, she was honored by GBTA WINiT as a Top 50 Follow Her: Legends and Mentor award recipient, recognizing her impact and mentorship within the industry.

A proud Texan, Cindy resides in Dallas and works remotely. She is most proud of her two grown sons and her 35-year marriage to her husband and best friend, Andy.

Kathie Gatchell is a global travel leader with ASM, where she oversees travel program strategy, policy, supplier partnerships, traveler experience, and travel risk management across a multinational organization. With extensive experience in corporate travel operations and transformation initiatives, she is passionate about leveraging data, technology, and innovation to improve business outcomes while enhancing the traveler experience. Kathie works closely with stakeholders across finance, procurement, security, and operations to drive effective travel solutions in a rapidly evolving landscape.

 A dedicated advocate for the business travel industry, Kathie enjoys serving on the board of GBTA Arizona, where she collaborates with industry peers and supports professional development within the travel community. She is committed to continuous learning and is always seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge, improve travel programs, and bring innovative ideas and best practices to her role.

Sponsorship Packages

Home Run Package Sponsorship — $2,250
Home Run Package Maximum visibility and premium stage presence.
o 5 minute stage speaking opportunity
o Collateral placed at attendee seats (sponsor provided)
o Stage level popup banner (sponsor provided)
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage (GBTA Arizona Chapter + LinkedIn)
o Trade show booth
o 1 complimentary Education Day registrations

Lunch Sponsorship — $1,750
Lunch Sponsorship Brand the most attended meal of the event.
o Lunch service branding
o Popup banner displayed during lunch (sponsor provided)
o 5 minute speaking opportunity
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o 1 complimentary Education Day registration

Travel Manager Meet & Greet Sponsored by
Travel Manager Meet & Greet Exclusive access to buyers during a private welcome session.
o Buyer only registration welcome (8:30 - 9:00 AM)
o Private welcome with pastries & fruit
o Popup banner in private room (sponsor provided)
o Registration desk logo (shared popup)
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o Verbal recognition
o Trade show booth
o 1 complimentary Education Day registration

• Registration desk logo (shared popup)
• On‑screen rotating logo
• Social media coverage
• Verbal recognition
• 1 complimentary Education Day registration
• Trade Show Booth
• 5-minute speaking opportunity
• Moderate AI Panel
• Popup banner displayed during session (sponsor provided) 
   

Shark Tank Vendor Contestant — $1,150
Vendor Contestants
o 10 minute product pitch
o 1 complimentary Education Day registration

Shark Tank Sponsor — $800
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o Verbal recognition

Lanyard Sponsorship — $500
Lanyard Sponsorship High frequency brand exposure worn by every attendee.
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o Verbal recognition
o Sponsor provided lanyards

PM Break Sponsorship — $1,250
PM Break Sponsorship Brand the afternoon refresh and networking break.
o Afternoon break branding
o Popup banner displayed during break (sponsor provided)
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o Verbal recognition
o 1 complimentary Education Day registration

AM Break Sponsored by
AM Break Sponsorship Own the morning welcome moment.
o Morning coffee/tea service branding
o Registration desk logo (shared popup)
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage
o Verbal recognition
o 1 complimentary Education Day registration

AV Sponsored by
AV Sponsorship Branding tied to the event’s production quality.
o On-screen rotating logo
o Social media coverage

WiFi Sponsored by
WiFi Sponsorship High visibility digital touchpoint.
o Registration desk logo (shared popup)
o On-screen rotating logo

Parking Sponsored by
Parking Sponsorship Branding at the first touchpoint attendees see.
o Popup banner in parking lot (50 spaces) (sponsor provided)

Stadium Tour Sponsorship— $500
Stadium Tour Sponsorship End of day optional experience.

Trade Show Booth — $500
Trade Show Booth 
o 4 ft tall boy trade show booth
o Supplier provides attendee prize

Click HERE to purchase 2026 Education Day Sponsorships!