By Amy Yount
The GBTA St. Louis Board of Directors continues to strategically collaborate, leveraging their collective expertise to position the chapter as a leader in the travel industry. Here’s a look at some recent highlights:
GBTA Convention 2024
A vibrant group of St. Louis GBTA members attended the GBTA Convention 2024, held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The convention was packed with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and key events that highlighted the latest trends and innovations in business travel. It was a remarkable experience for everyone who attended!

May Membership Meeting
The magnificent Hilton Frontenac St. Louis hosted this event, providing outstanding service. An interactive panel of experts engaged in discussions on the evolving travel landscape, with a focus on building strong partnerships between buyers and suppliers to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.
Education Day
Held at the beautiful 21C Museum Hotel St. Louis, this event featured a full day of industry-focused content. Attendees participated in discussions on how NDC is transforming the travel industry, strategies for improving business travel in the St. Louis region, and other important topics like advocacy and sustainability. It was an enriching experience for all participants.
Annual Topgolf Event
The new Topgolf St. Louis – Midtown venue hosted an incredible afternoon filled with networking, golf, games, and more! Attendees enjoyed a packed schedule with a silent auction, raffle prizes, and great opportunities to connect.

Big Announcement!
We are thrilled to reveal that St. Louis has been selected to host the GBTA Leadership Summit in 2025 at the historic St. Louis Union Station Hotel, bringing over 200 travel professionals to our region!
Save the Dates 2024
- December 5 – Holiday Gala
To view 2025 event dates, please visit www.stlbta.org.
Who Belongs to GBTA St. Louis?
Membership is open to all professionals involved in travel, transportation, lodging, educational development, and related fields.
For more information on membership, contact: membership@stlbta.org
For sponsorship opportunities, contact: businessdevelopment@stlbta.org
Published by Amy Yount, Director of Communications, 2024
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