GMITE 2025: Full Schedule

Join this panel discussion and explore the evolving landscape of luxury travel and how the very definition of luxe continues to evolve. Learn from the experts as they focus on critical opportunities in luxury travel and meetings, including quiet luxury, wellness and health, the heightened focus on safety, luxury spend (from mocktails to plane tails) and the influence of the HENRY and millennial demographics on the luxury market. Leave with concrete ideas for meeting the needs of luxury consumers, today and tomorrow.

Learner Outcomes:

Understand the Evolving Definition of Luxury: Gain insights into how the concept of luxury has shifted and what it means for today's discerning consumers.

Explore Technological Innovations: Learn what trends are impacting travel decisions and how to implement new strategies to meet consumers’ needs.

Apply Key Consumer Trends: Discover the latest trends in wellness, safety and the preferences of high earners not rich yet (HENRYs) and how they impact the luxury market.

Speakers

John E. Dirba, CMM

Managing Director, HelmsBriscoe

John launched his career in the hospitality industry in Dallas, Texas, following his graduation from the University of North Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management with a minor in Business. Over the course of his extensive career, John has... Read More →

Jessie States

Vice President, Meeting Professionals International

Jessie States, CMP, CMM, is the Vice President, Consulting for Meeting Professionals International where she leads the integration and execution of client services, including live event design, focus groups, research and bespoke training. Prior to her current role, Jessie led the... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:10am - 9:30am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

9:30am EDT

Keynote Presentation

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:30am - 9:45am EDT

Elan Ballroom

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

10:00am EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 12:04pm EDT

Paris 1-4

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 12:04pm EDT
Paris 1-4

Meetings

10:51am EDT

Networking Break

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:51am - 11:05am EDT

Paris Central Foyer

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:51am - 11:05am EDT
Paris Central Foyer

Free Time

12:05pm EDT

Networking Lunch

Thursday May 8, 2025 12:05pm - 1:05pm EDT

Paris Salon 5-7

Thursday May 8, 2025 12:05pm - 1:05pm EDT
Paris Salon 5-7

Meal/Snack

1:25pm EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Thursday May 8, 2025 1:25pm - 4:18pm EDT

Paris 1-4

Thursday May 8, 2025 1:25pm - 4:18pm EDT
Paris 1-4

Meetings

1:30pm EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Thursday May 8, 2025 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT

Debussy Ballroom

Thursday May 8, 2025 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

2:45pm EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Thursday May 8, 2025 2:45pm - 3:40pm EDT

Debussy Ballroom

Thursday May 8, 2025 2:45pm - 3:40pm EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

2:52pm EDT

Networking Break

Thursday May 8, 2025 2:52pm - 3:12pm EDT

Paris Central Foyer

Thursday May 8, 2025 2:52pm - 3:12pm EDT
Paris Central Foyer

Free Time

4:18pm EDT

Free Time to Enjoy the Resort

Thursday May 8, 2025 4:18pm - 6:30pm EDT

Free Time

5:00pm EDT

Charcuterie Workshop (optional activity)

Thursday May 8, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Build a feast! This class, led by a professional charcuterie arranger, will lead the team through the creation of beautiful and unique charcuterie boards, which will be enjoyed by the group at the evening reception! Build a tasty board and win the admiration of your fellow attendees for your creative skills. Class lasts approximately one hour. You will be provided an apron and food service handling gloves.
Sign-ups required. Details to follow shortly.

Thursday May 8, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Activity

5:00pm EDT

Painting Class (optional activity)

Thursday May 8, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Sip wine while painting your very own masterpiece! We’ll provide the wine, canvases, and paintbrushes as a local artist guides you, stroke-by-stroke - for all levels of artistry! You will be provided an apron to keep your clothes clean, but dress down for this activity. Plus, you’ll be able to display your artwork at our reception immediately following.
Sign-ups required. Details to come.

Thursday May 8, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Activity

6:30pm EDT

Evening Reception & Awards

Thursday May 8, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT

Reception