Summit Meet Up
Location: Hotel Lobby/Walk/Run Scottsdale Join Summit attendees for a fun walk/run of the local area. Dress warmly and meet in the lobby by 6:00am. We will informally connect walkers and […]
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Complimentary Hotel Breakfast
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
Hotel Breakfast Buffet On Own
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
General Session Rehearsal
Location: Hacienda 1-Paloma III
Summit Welcome
Location: Hacienda 1-Paloma III Bring your cup of Joe to the traditional Summit Welcome by your SYTA President, Courtenay Betts. Don't miss your opportunity to be recognized in front of […]
General Session: Thought Leader
Location: Hacienda 1-Paloma III Speaker: Sheri JacobsUnleash Your Creativity: Empowering Your Team to Take Risks and Innovate What does it take for an organization to thrive—not just survive—in today's environment? […]
Networking Break
Enjoy your “second cup of joe” and morning healthy snack.Location: Hacienda 1-Paloma III
Tour Operator and Supporter Round Up (Two Sessions)
Round Tables. Tour Operators and Summit Supporters (divided between two sessions) will connect during this interactive session. Location: Paloma Garden
Lunch and Learn
This luncheon discussion aims to inspire and equip Summit attendees with practical steps to operationalize meaningful travel initiatives. Each of our panelists has approached their sustainability journeys in a different […]
Cultural Tourism and Student Group Travel: Group Activity at Talking Stick Entertainment District. Hosted by Discover Salt River
“Cultural tourism is backed by a desire to discover, learn about and enjoy the tangible and intangible cultural assets offered in a tourism destination, ranging from heritage, performing arts, handicrafts, […]
Reception/Dinner
Location: Phoenix/Scottsdale
Summit Meet Up
Hotel Lobby/Walk/Run Scottsdale Join Summit attendees for a fun walk/run of the local area. Dress warmly and meet in the lobby by 6:00am. We will informally connect walkers and runners. […]
Complimentary Hotel Breakfast
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
Hotel Breakfast Buffet (on own)
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
Innovations in Engaging Students in Climate Issues in the Field
Clare Sisky will share the results of a multi-year study focused on how educators in schools (and their partners) are equipping and empowering students to take action in response to […]
Networking Break
Location: Paloma Garden
Tour Operator and Supporter Round Up (Session 2)
Tour Operators and Summit Supporters will connect with each other on opportunities for the coming year. Tour Operators are asked to attend both sessions. Supporters will be divided between each […]
Lunch and Learn: AI and Responsible Travel
In this presentation, Andrew McCauley will explore the critical reasons why embracing AI is no longer optional for businesses in the tourism Industry. He will highlight how AI-driven technologies can […]
MIM: Musical Instrument Museum/Tour/Education/Reception
Location: MIMExperience this unique museum with a collection of 7,500 instruments from more than 200 world countries and territories. MIM began with a vision to create a musical instrument museum […]
Summit Reception/Dinner
Location: Silverman Terrace, Embassy Suites Hotel Enjoy a seated dinner with friends and colleagues. Dance under the stars to your favorite tunes.
Hotel Buffet Breakfast (on own)
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
Certification Workshop
Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in risk and safety management. This workshop will cover key concepts and practical applications while […]
Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Paloma I
Board of Directors Lunch
Location: Paloma II
Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Paloma I
Hotel Managers Reception
Location: AZUL Clubhouse
Board of Director’s Dinner
Location: Scottsdale