The Young Leaders Summit

Are you 35 or under and a star at your company? Are you leading innovation and change in the travel industry?

We created the Young Leaders Summit to recognize the brilliant, young minds shaping the future of the travel industry. Thirty five young leaders under the age of the 35 will be chosen to form the 2018 European Class of 35.

The Summit is an interactive and networking-focused program that features guest speakers, a private cocktail hour and private lunch with the opportunity to get close with some fantastic mentors.

We want the young professionals attending Phocuswright Europe to meet other rising stars in the industry to create a community that fosters innovation, growth and collaboration.

Plus, we know that attending a big travel conference can be a bit daunting, so creating this community allows this younger cohort to meet attendees and Phocuswright staff before the start of the event, which will propel the networking value as an attendee.

Scroll down for 2018 program, guest speakers and eligibility criteria.

Register for Phocuswright Europe here.

The Young Leaders Summit Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

• Current employee in travel, tourism and hospitality
• 35 years of age or younger on December 31, 2018
• Fast-track executive management position or on a clear path to management
• Sponsored by their company to apply
• Paid registration to Phocuswright Europe ( register here)

 Applications

• Applications will be accepted through 30 March for the 2018 Phocuswright Europe
• A maximum of 35 applicants will be selected to participate

 Features

• Welcome event for alumni and new Young Leaders Summit members before Phocuswright Europe begins
• Exclusive Town Hall event moderated by Phocuswright and designed to be completely interactive and collaborative
• Exclusive session featuring Phocuswright analysts and The Young Leaders Summit guest speakers who will share experiences of climbing the corporate ladder
• After-hours cocktail receptions with Young Leaders Summit alumni

 The Fine Print

A ticket to Phocuswright Europe is required for all applicants, to be paid by the sponsoring company at the prevailing price. If you are already registered for the conference, you are still eligible to apply to be a member of The Young Leaders Summit.

The tenure of the 2018 class will begin on 15 May 2018 and continue for one year, concluding on the first day of Phocuswright Europe 2019, when a new class will convene.

Apply now.