Our education program brings together tour operators, suppliers, and industry leaders to discuss the most important topics impacting student and youth travel today. Programming is developed in collaboration with the Summit Committee and attendees to ensure sessions reflect the needs of our community.

Additional details, including keynote speakers and session schedules, will be announced soon.

Education Sessions

Education sessions are selected by the Summit Committee and attendees and focus on timely topics relevant to the student travel industry.

Attendees are encouraged to submit potential topics for consideration.

Submit topic suggestions to: cmackenzie@syta.org

Tour Operator Forum

The Tour Operator Forum features short presentations on key industry topics followed by roundtable discussions and open dialogue among tour operators.

These forums provide a dedicated space to address challenges and opportunities facing tour operators in today’s evolving travel environment.

Tour operators are encouraged to submit discussion topics in advance.

Send forum topic ideas to: cmackenzie@syta.org

Tour Operator and Sponsor Round Tables (Sessions I and II)

These sessions are designed to facilitate meaningful conversation between tour operators and Summit sponsors.

Tour operators will participate in two scheduled round table sessions, meeting with different sponsor groups during each session. Your participation is essential to the success of these discussions and helps foster valuable industry connections.

Beth Beccone – Peak Group Travel

SYTA Summit is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate and network with my industry colleagues. The education sessions help to expand my understanding of current trends and the activities with my colleagues create friendships that go well beyond the conference. Already looking forward to next year!

Greg Dotson – Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts

There is so much value in attending Summit! The networking opportunities with leaders in the student travel industry are priceless. I was inspired by the great conversations around Sustainability and Responsible Travel and moved when our former scholarship winner, Gandi, shared his story. Scottsdale was a perfect destination for exploring and spending time with new and old colleagues.

Holly Avino – Destination Niagara USA

It has been fabulous so far! Everyone has been very welcoming with it being my first summit, being able to talk to just about everyone here has been really helpful and resourceful. The education has been impactful and the topics make complete sense for the demographic of the attendees.

Tara Hippensteel, National Director of Tourism, City Cruises

You get what you give- there are opportunities to network and learn ALL day. The Tour Operators are more open and relaxed. I’ve had the opportunity to discuss strategy and build the business- a much deeper dive than any other show.