As travel stands on the cusp of massive change yet again, The
Phocuswright Conference program is designed to feature industry executives and
innovators focused on the strategies that this unique moment demands.
Led by the theme of You, Me & The Machine, the event will
convene the industry’s best and brightest to share their learnings and
strategize for the future.
Confirmed speakers include travel CEOs such as Hopper’s
Fred Lalonde, Tripadvisor’s Matt Goldberg, Kayak’s Steve Hafner, GetYourGuide’s
Johannes Reck, Skyscanner’s John Mangelaars and AmexGBT’s Paul Abbott.
Also on Center Stage will be executives such as Expedia’s Julie
Whalen, Google’s Susie Vowinkel, Viator’s Ben Drew, Princes Cruises’ John
Padgett and Hilton’s Oral Muir.
During the action-packed event in Fort Lauderdale
November-13-16, Center Stage session topics will include:
- The future of the funnel
- The state of artificial intelligence in travel
- Digital identity becomes a reality
- Corporate travel's challenges and opportunities
- Merchandising gathers momentum in air
- Lodging focuses on experience
- Technology transforms the cruise experience
- Funding and innovation in the age of artificial intelligence
- The stubbornly fragmented experiences market
The event will also spotlight the industry’s leading
startups and offer multiple opportunities for networking and collaboration.
Highlights include:
- Industry roundtables
- Startup Program
- Young Leaders Summit
- Educational breakouts
- Daily yoga and exercise sessions led by a coach
- Receptions, parties and late nights at the bar
View the program and speakers and learn more about the
theme here. And be sure to register by September 29 to save $300.