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Wednesday, May 7
 

9:00am EDT

Welcome to Trends & Topics Day
Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:10am EDT
New for 2025, the “Trends & Topics” day, where thought leaders will present various subjects driving the
industry’s current and future business including global geopolitics and travel policies/advisories, the growth of
bleisure, and the growing client demands for authentic travel experiences to audiences from both GMITE and Luxury Travel Advisor's ULTRA Summit.
Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:10am EDT
Elan Ballroom

9:15am EDT

Keynote Address: Transformative Forces Reshaping Luxury Travel and Events
Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am EDT
Explore the transformative consumer trends revolutionizing the luxury travel and events landscape. Dive into cutting-edge research revealing how generational shifts, emerging technologies, and changing wealth dynamics are redefining traveler expectations. Discover the surprising intersections between leisure and professional travel, and gain insights to help travel advisors, meeting planners, and industry suppliers adapt to an evolving market. From multi-generational wealth patterns to the impact of AI, this session provides an overview of the forces reshaping consumer behavior in the luxury travel ecosystem.
Speakers
avatar for Deirdre O’Connell

Deirdre O’Connell

Travel & Hospitality Transformation Leader, Deloitte
Deirdre is a leader in Deloitte’s Consumer practice where she works with Fortune 500 clients to understand disruptive trends and use them to fuel growth. She is recognized for her speed-to-insight and brings a successful track record of client launches across key luxury leisure... Read More →

Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am EDT
Elan Ballroom

10:00am EDT

Beyond the Itinerary: The Future of Trust, Well-Being & Sustainability in Luxury Travel & Events
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
In an era where discerning travelers and high-impact events demand more than just opulence, the travel industry can’t afford to let a changing global and generational landscape take a back seat. This dynamic, TED-style panel unpacks the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of luxury travel and meetings.

From redefining trust and safety to prioritizing human sustainability, we’ll explore how ethical responsibility is becoming the new currency of influence. Discover how sustainability in meetings goes beyond greenwashing and into meaningful action. Gain insight into the silent crisis of mental distress within our industry—and how to build a culture that supports well-being without sacrificing excellence.

This isn't just a discussion—it's a wake-up call.

Join us for an eye-opening session that will challenge perspectives, spark action, and redefine the future of luxury travel and meetings.
Speakers
avatar for Cameron Sperance

Cameron Sperance

Content/Editorial Director, Questex
Cameron Sperance is the content/editorial director of the Questex Travel Group, which includes Luxury Travel Advisor, Travel Agent Central and Meeting Spotlight as well as the ULTRA and GMITE conferences. Additionally, his hospitality investment coverage appears in Hospitality Investor... Read More →
avatar for Tammy Hsu, CMP

Tammy Hsu, CMP

Sustainability Events Manager, S&P Global Intelligence
Tammy Hsu is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) with additional specialized certifications in sustainable event planning and circularity from various institutions. With over a decade of hands-on experience in planning events across nonprofits, corporations, and higher education... Read More →
avatar for Janice Cardinale VEMM

Janice Cardinale VEMM

Founder, Event Minds Matter
Forbes Woman, Top 100 Most Influential People in Events 23/24, Top 20 Most Influential Canada 2024, Smart Meetings Entrepreneur & Hall of Fame 22/23, BizBash 15 over 50, Gather Voices Top 50 2024. Founder Event Minds Matter.Heart-Centric Entrepreneur, Leader, Mentor, Wellness Advocate... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Elan Ballroom
 
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