{"id":391,"date":"2019-05-13T22:51:06","date_gmt":"2019-05-13T22:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2020\/?page_id=391"},"modified":"2026-04-10T11:37:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T15:37:51","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2026\/","title":{"rendered":"HOME"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=”https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/05\/SYTASummit-Headers-SYTATheme-Main1.png” title_text=”SYTASummit-Headers-SYTATheme-Main1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_image][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2019\/05\/Summit20-LightbulbIcon.png” title_text=”Summit20-LightbulbIcon” url=”https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2026\/about\/” url_new_window=”on” align=”center” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”SYTA SUMMIT 2026″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

SYTA SUMMIT 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” width=”100%” max_width=”75%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]

The SYTA Summit 2026 took place in\u00a0 Virginia Beach January 20-23, 2026. It was an exclusive opportunity for senior leaders to engage in an interactive and intellectually stimulating experience. This year\u2019s theme, Engage, Connect and Influence will empower attendees to communicate clearly<\/span><\/em><\/strong>, <\/em>connect authentically<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>and\u00a0influence action<\/span><\/em><\/strong>. <\/em>Visit the\u00a0Education page<\/strong><\/a> for a preview of thought leader sessions that took place at this year’s Summit.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” max_width=”75%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]

January in Virginia Beach?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Escape the noise and routine of everyday life and step into a place where time slows down\u2014where the warmth of a crackling fireplace and the scent of salt air set the stage for deep learning and authentic connection. Our\u00a0 Summit Leadership Retreat unfolds in a grand historic hotel perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, its timeless charm and cozy ambiance creating the perfect environment for renewal and reflection.<\/p>\n

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In the quiet of January, the distractions fade. The ocean\u2019s winter rhythm becomes a gentle backdrop for inspired thinking, courageous conversation, and meaningful relationship-building. Far from meeting rooms and digital interruptions, you’ll experience a rare kind of focus\u2014a chance to engage with peers, share insights, and strengthen your leadership vision in a setting designed to nourish both mind and spirit.<\/p>\n

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Whether gathered around firelit lounges, walking the windswept shoreline, or exchanging ideas over locally sourced meals, every moment is curated to foster trust, creativity, and collaboration. This is not just a retreat\u2014it\u2019s a turning point.<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” max_width=”75%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]

About our Location<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Grand Opening of the Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach in 1927 marked the beginning of a glamorous era for the resort, as it became a beacon of opulence and a prime destination during the\u00a0“Roaring Twenties.”\u00a0Summit attendees will experience a juxtoposition of the “1920’s and the 2020’s”.<\/p>\n

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The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection<\/strong><\/a>
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4200 Atlantic Ave
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SYTA Summit<\/a> <\/span>is a unique networking hiatus for student group tour operators and key industry partners
to connect and recharge during a three-day immersive learning experience.<\/p>\n

The SYTA Summit<\/a><\/span> leverages peer-engagement to increase connections between great ideas, trends and real-world
scenarios, to find solutions that you can use to prepare your business for the future.<\/p>\n

Attendees are inspired and challenged by a line-up of engaging speakers and successful industry
leaders from diverse backgrounds who will offer thought-provoking points of view on new and old issues.<\/p>\n

SYTA offers this experience as a respite from work so that you may sharpen your skills, reflect and rejuvenate.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/syta.org\/summit2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2019\/05\/Summit20-LightbulbIcon.png” align=”center” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

2024 SYTA SUMMIT SPONSORS<\/a><\/h1>\n

Thank you to our Summit Sponsors. Without your generous support, events like SYTA Summit would not be possible. Click here to view a list of the 2024 SYTA Summit Sponsors<\/a><\/span>!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]