SYTA Conference 2024

SYTA Central and Foundation Networking Lounge
2024-08-10 09:00 - 17:30 UTC

General Session and Welcome by NYC Tourism + Conventions
2024-08-10 08:15 - 09:45
Location: New York Ballroom

Sponsored By: Kennedy Space and Visitor’s Complex

José M. Hernández, a Mexican-American engineer and former NASA astronaut. He currently serves as a Regent of the University of California. Hernández was assigned to the crew of Space Shuttle mission STA-128 and also served as the chief of the Materials and Processes branch of Johnson Space Center.

Hernández is the author of the book Reaching for the Stars: The Inspiring Story of a Migrant Farmworker Turned Astronaut. And in 2023, Hernández’s story inspired the Prime Video released the film A Million Miles Away. The film tells a story of a man’s drive & determination which culminates in the opportunity to achieve his seemingly impossible goal.

Registration
2024-08-10 07:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-09 07:00 - 19:30

Morning Joe & Light Breakfast
2024-08-10 07:00 - 08:15
Join us for coffee and a light breakfast before the General Session.

Location: New York Ballroom

Wellness Lounge
2024-08-10 06:00 - 17:30
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg.

Experience rejuvenation at our conference wellness room: greet the day with morning yoga sessions, unwind with chair massages available upon signup, and find tranquility in our serene meditation room—a haven for relaxation and focus. Elevate your conference experience with moments dedicated to your well-being.
See schedule below and sign up for services HERE.

6:00 am – 7:00 am Yoga Session in Columbus Circle

Jumpstart your morning with a gentle yoga flow. Open to all experience levels, this yoga class will focus on mindful mobility and will feature a combination of movements including joint activations, gentle stretching, flows to get your blood moving, strength work and restorative poses. You can also expect to be guided through a simple meditative practice aimed to leave you feeling clear, grounded, and hopeful. Class led by FitToursNYC

6:00 am – 5:30 pm Meditation Room Open in Madison Square

7:30 am – 8:00 am Meditation with Heather DavisHeather is a board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health counselor based out of Indianapolis. She is currently leveraging her decade of military service and over 8 years of work in the mental health field as Vice President of Experience for the Music Travel Consultants family of brands. Heather has spent the last three years consulting with travel industry professionals on bringing mental health awareness, burnout prevention, healthy communication and more into both the workplace and student travel through speaking opportunities and direct consultation.

9:00 am – 5:30 pm Chair Massages in Bryant Park (2 at a time, every 15 minutes)(lunch break for therapists from 11:30am-12:30pm)

Opening Night - Edge at Hudson Yards
2024-08-09 19:00 - 22:00
You’ve never experienced New York like this before. Edge is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere with a one-of-a-kind design, giving you 360-degree views you can’t get anywhere else. Look 100 stories down from the thrilling glass floor, lean out over the city on angled glass walls, and sip champagne in the sky. Be sure to attend this unique event and networking opportunity as you kick off #SYTA2024.

If you arrive too late to grab your badge from Registration, we don’t want you to miss out, please still come to the event. We will have a list of registered attendees at the door.

Transportation: Limited shuttle transportation will be available for those who are unable to take the Subway or walk. Attendees will be given an MTA (Subway) card to get to/from the event. If you wish to walk, the Edge is 1.6 miles from the Sheraton.

General Session: Presidential Welcome, CSTO & CSTP Graduation
2024-08-09 17:30 - 18:30
Kick Off the SYTA Annual Conference in vibrant New York City with your President, Alex Urdaneta. Meet your Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, and the Conference Committee who will share tips for navigating the new conference schedule. Together we will recognize those who have earned their CSTP and CSTO.

Networking
2024-08-09 17:00

New Attendee Orientation and Walkthrough
2024-08-09 16:30 - 17:30

SYTA Youth Foundation Auction & Chance Drawing
2024-08-09 12:00 - 17:00
Click here for more information.

Sightseeing Tours (Ticketed Event)
2024-08-09 09:30 - 16:00
We cannot wait for you to enjoy some of the best experiences that the five boroughs have to offer. Click here for more information.

All Sightseeing tours will depart from Applebee’s.

Breakfast Buffet for Sightseeing Tours
2024-08-09 08:00 - 09:00
Location: Applebee’s

Sightseeing Tours Check-In
2024-08-09 07:00 - 07:30

Evening on Broadway (Ticketed Event)
2024-08-08 19:00 - 22:00
SYTA’s Strategic Partners, Broadway Inbound and Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com, are thrilled to invite all SYTA attendees to take in a Broadway Show while they are in town. Please review the FAQs for more information.

Tickets are limited so register today! Registered attendees who register their non-industry guests with their registration, may attend the Broadway evening without a charge.

Event Details and FAQs

Who do I contact regarding Broadway Night?

If you would like to add this evening to your registration, log into My Event with your conference login information. If you need assistance adding Broadway to your registration, please email registration@syta.org.
All other inquiries should be emailed to SYTABroadwayNight@gmail.com.

When do I have to sign up by?

Friday, July 19, 2024 by 5:00pm EDT is the last day to add the Broadway evening to your registration.

Can I select what show I want to see?

In mid-July an email will go out to all registrants announcing what shows are available. Since quantities will be limited, we will require each registrant to select their first, second, and third choice shows.

When will I know which show I am seeing?

Show confirmations will be sent on a rolling basis beginning the week of July 22, 2024. Registrants will receive their show selections prior to the Conference.The SYTA staff do not have any information regarding your show confirmation. Please contact SYTABroadwayNight@gmail.com.

Can I change what show I am seeing?

Depending on availability, we might be able to accommodate switches. Instructions for how to switch will be sent with show confirmations.

Can I request who I attend and sit with?

When we send out show selection surveys, we will include a field to make any requests about who you attend or sit with. We cannot guarantee we will be able to accommodate all requests, so please be comfortable attending a show by yourself.

Can I bring a guest?

All Broadway evening attendees must be a registered attendee of 2024 SYTA and have added the Broadway night to their registration prior to July 19, 2024.

Can I purchase additional tickets?

Not through SYTA. Additional tickets can be purchased from each show’s official website. We cannot guarantee there will be available tickets around you, and you will not be able to switch your complimentary ticket to be near available seats.

Where do I pick up my tickets?

Tickets will be available for pick up at SYTA Registration in the Sheraton Lobby on Thursday, August 8 from 9am – 4pm. Starting at 4:30pm the remaining tickets may be picked up in the Dave and Buster’ sTimes Square Lobby.

Do I need to be registered for the Meet and Greet to pick up my Broadway Tickets?

No. You do not need to be registered for the optional networking event to pick up your tickets from the sign-in table at Dave and Buster’s.

When should I arrive at the theatre?

After picking up your ticket at SYTA Registration or Dave and Buster’s, we recommend arriving 30 minutes before the start of the performance. Show times will vary, so please refer to your confirmation email and ticket for when your show starts. You will not be able to pick up your ticket at the show’s Box Office.

What if I need to cancel?

Please contact SYTABroadwayNight@gmail.com as soon as you know you need to cancel. We kindly ask that you do everything to not cancel unless it is an emergency. Each show offering tickets has recognized the importance of having SYTA members in their audiences, and has taken these tickets off-sale to accommodate attendees.

Can I give my ticket to a friend or relative?

These tickets are non transferable and intended solely for SYTA Conference registrants. Each show offering tickets has recognized the importance of having SYTA members in their audiences, and has taken these tickets off-sale to accommodate attendees.

Can I get a refund for the $50.00 registration fee?

If you paid the fee for the Networking Event when you registered for the conference, SYTA will provide you with a $50.00 debit card that you will receive at registration. If you prefer a refund, please email registration@syta.org and request the refund for the evening on Broadway.

Is transportation provided to an from Dave and Buster’s or the shows?

There is no transportation provided for the evening on Broadway. Individuals are responsible for their own transportation.

An Evening on Broadway sponsored by Broadway Inbound and Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com

Meet and Greet
2024-08-08 17:00 - 19:00
Join your friends and colleagues at a fun Meet and Greet at Dave & Buster’s, Times Square. Light food will be provided with a cash bar. Wear your badge to join the party!

Location: 234 W 42nd St 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10036

Meet and Greet sponsored by Dave and Buster’s.

Sightseeing Tours (Ticketed Event)
2024-08-08 11:00 - 16:30
We cannot wait for you to enjoy some of the best experiences that the five boroughs have to offer. Click here for more information.

Sightseeing Tours Check-In
2024-08-08 10:30 - 11:30
Location: Sheraton Times Square Hotel Lobby

Registration
2024-08-08 09:00 - 19:00

Broadway Ticket Pickup
2024-08-08 09:00 - 16:00
