GBTA | Risk Committee

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟   Join the GBTA Risk Committee in celebrating our amazing committee members who contribute their time and expertise to make a difference. We're thrilled to feature Canada Risk Committee Vice Chair Samantha P. of International Development Research Centre (IDRC)! Read on to learn more about her incredible contributions and dedication! What motivated you to volunteer for the GBTA Risk Committee?   I think for all of us, the pandemic highlighted the critical importance of Duty of Care and underscored the need for organizations to have robust risk management processes in place to protect their travelers. My role evolved to include a greater focus on security which led me to seek out trainings and materials to deepen my knowledge of travel risk management. When I heard about the GBTA Risk Committee, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to share my experience and engage with others doing similar work.   What’s your favorite part about being a volunteer with GBTA?   Learning from other committee members. The sharing of thoughts, experiences and advice has been invaluable and has helped me improve my own programs and policies. It’s also rewarding to create and deliver constructive content to enhance the knowledge of the travel community.   What advice would you give to someone considering joining GBTA's Risk Committee?   Do it. You will gain just as much (if not more!) than you contribute. It’s a great opportunity to meet others in the field, gain knowledge, and stay on top of emerging trends.  

Is your small organization prepared to protect its travelers? Implementing a travel risk management program can feel overwhelming, especially for smaller organizations with limited resources. However, proactive steps to safeguard employees during travel are critical—not just for their safety, but for your organization's operational continuity and reputation. Key components include: ✅ Traveler tracking to maintain real-time awareness ✅ A clear travel policy to guide informed decisions ✅ A well-developed disaster plan for emergencies ✅ Tailored insurance coverage for your organization’s unique travel needs Even with fewer resources, small organizations can effectively manage travel risks by consolidating operations, leveraging tools like traveler tracking, and establishing emergency protocols. Check out the full article by Tamara Mahkovec of Safe Harbors Business Travel for some practical tips on building a simple, effective travel risk management program that aligns with your goals and resources. How is your small business managing travel risks? We'd love to hear your thoughts below! #GBTA #TravelRiskManagement #SmallBusiness #DutyOfCare #BusinessTravel #TravelerSafety #Risky

Is your organization ready for 2025? Join GBTA’s Global Risk Committee for The Year Ahead: 2025 Global Risk Outlook, a must-attend live webinar designed to help organizations identify and prepare for the emerging risks of 2025. As we enter the new year, businesses need to proactively address the evolving safety and security challenges facing global business travelers. Our panel of experts will provide an in-depth analysis of key risks and practical strategies to ensure traveler safety and organizational resilience. 🔑 Key Details: 📅 US | CA | EMEA Broadcast Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025 Time: 10:00AM ET | 2:00PM GMT Register here: https://lnkd.in/d-r36kSF 📅 APAC Broadcast Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Time: 9:30AM Mumbai | 12:00PM Singapore | 1:00PM Tokyo | 3:00PM Sydney Register here: https://lnkd.in/d9CZphrr Don’t miss this vital look ahead—enter 2025 with confidence and the tools you need to protect your travelers and ensure organizational success! #GBTA #TravelRiskManagement #BusinessTravel #DutyOfCare #GBTA #RiskOutlook2025 #Risky

🌏 Strengthen Your Travel Risk Management Strategy with GBTA APAC 🌏 Join us for an insightful webinar on Friday, 12 December, at 12:00 PM SGT, where our expert panel will share critical insights and actionable strategies to elevate your organization’s travel risk management approach. 🎙 Panelists: Rebecca Malzacher Victor Lim Craig G. Stark, MD, FACP Dean Fowles Noriko Takasaki 💡 Whether you’re looking to enhance duty of care, align with best practices, or navigate emerging risks, this session will provide the tools you need to strengthen your program. Secure your spot now and take your travel risk management strategy to the next level! #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #Risky #APAC

🚨 Curious about what the GBTA Risk Committee is all about? 🚨 Here’s your chance to Meet the Committees! GBTA Risk Committee Vice Chair Jon Moody will give you an inside look at what we do, our upcoming projects, and how YOU can get involved! 🗓️ When? Friday, December 6th ⏰ What time? 11:00 AM EST 💻 Where? Virtually, of course! Whether you’re passionate about travel risk management or just want to explore how you can contribute to shaping a safer, smarter future for travelers, this call is for you. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with and see what being part of the GBTA Risk Committee is all about. 👉 Mark your calendars and join us for this fun and informative session! We’d love to meet you there. #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #MeetTheCommittees #TravelRiskManagement #Risky

🦃🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from the GBTA Risk Committee! 🍂🦃 This season of gratitude gives us the perfect opportunity to say how thankful we are for GBTA | Global Business Travel Association's incredible leaders, dedicated volunteers, and engaged members who make our work so meaningful. Your passion, expertise, and commitment to business travel and travel risk management inspire us every day. Together, we’re shaping a safer, stronger future for travelers everywhere—and we couldn’t do it without you. Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with warmth, joy, and time with loved ones. 🧡 #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #Risky #Thanksgiving

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟   Join the GBTA Risk Committee in celebrating our amazing committee members who contribute their time and expertise to make a difference. We're thrilled to feature EMEA Risk Committee member Kellie Whitaker, CTE of Kellanova! Read on to learn more about her incredible contributions and dedication! What motivated you to volunteer for the GBTA Risk Committee? Well technically I didn’t volunteer. I was participating in education sessions at GBTA in Atlanta earlier this year. Both days were really valuable and it was a great opportunity to network with peers and provide insights and learnings across multiple facets of the travel industry. After the 2 days ended I was approached directly by a member of GBTA to ask if I would be interested in joining any GBTA committees. I submitted the necessary forms and indicated my areas of expertise and interest. Risk Management has always been top of mind for me. My role reports into the VP of Global Security so I have the benefit of working closely with our security and risk teams as well as our risk providers. This allows me access to insights and strategy that other people in similar roles may not be privy to when reporting into other functions like Finance or Procurement. We have a well established, robust Travel program and I see this opportunity as way to share my experiences and knowledge with those who are looking to develop and grow their Travel Risk Strategies. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Control the Controllables - Worrying about controlling the things you can control. What’s the most rewarding part of volunteering for GBTA's Risk Committee for you? Getting to share my experience and knowledge with others who are starting out on their journey or looking to change/adjust their current strategies. Travel Managers/Directors are often on an island within our organizations – there aren’t many of us! Having an opportunity to facilitate discussions and network with others who understand the roles we do and the challenges we face has been a key in my career journey. Being given the opportunity to support and help others is the reward! #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #Risky

We are excited to announce that Adil Kanji with Porter Airlines Inc. has officially joined the GBTA | Risk Committee! 🎉 With his background in the travel industry, Adil is set to bring invaluable insights and a wealth of expertise to our work. Looking forward to great things ahead, Adil! 👏🌍 #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #Risky

🌍 Managing Travel Risks for Student Trips: Key Insights from ISO 31031 ✈️ Check out our latest blog from the GBTA Canadian Risk Committee! School trips offer incredible learning opportunities, but they also come with unique challenges and risks. This article dives into how the new ISO 31031 guidance provides a vital framework for managing these risks, helping schools better protect students and staff during travel. From health and safety to emergency preparedness, the article explores the critical areas schools must address to ensure safe and enriching trips. It also highlights considerations overlooked in the guidance, such as mental health and cultural awareness, offering a comprehensive perspective on managing travel risks for student excursions. Whether you’re in education, travel risk management, or just curious about how ISO 31031 is shaping travel safety, this is a must-read. 📖 Check it out and share your thoughts!

Please join us in welcoming our new EMEA Risk Committee Co-Chair, Suzanne Sangiovese of Riskline! 🎉 Her expertise and passion for travel risk management make her an incredible addition to our leadership team! We’re thrilled to have her stepping into this role and are confident her insights will help us continue making meaningful advancements. Looking forward to an exciting new chapter together, Suzanne! 🌍👏 #GBTA #GBTARiskCommittee #Risky