ASTA Global Convention Education Sessions
ASTA Global Convention 2019 takes an uncompromising look at the inner workings of the travel agency business. From business best practices to industry trends and budding destinations to product knowledge sessions, get the know-how you need to grow your business.In collaboration with our ASTA Global Convention Advisory Committee, we're excited to bring you many exciting and unique sessions geared specifically to you and your business. Whether you are an owner/manager, front-line agent, leisure or corporate, or an independent travel advisor, ASTA Global Convention has distinctive educational components designed to match your individual needs.
ASTA Verified Travel Advisor Certification Program (VTA) Courses
We'll be offering live courses from the ASTA Verified Travel Advisor Certification Program (VTA) onsite. Individuals who are currently enrolled or interested in enrolling can take part in these live courses and jump start their studies. Learn more at ASTA.org/VTA.
Current Convention Agenda
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Session Title
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Speaker(s) | |
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Sunday, August 25
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| 12:30pm - 1:30pm | - Lunch & Learn: Haikou Tourism | ||
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Monday, August 26
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| 11:00am - 11:45am | Education Sessions - BLOCK A | ||
| 11:00am - 11:45am |
- Marketing YOU: Promoting Your Value! (An ASTA VTA Course)
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Cris De Souza
Jennifer Whitney |
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| 11:00am - 11:45am |
- The Fine Print: Understanding How to Use Terms & Conditions to Help Protect Your Business
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Peter Lobasso
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| 11:00am - 11:45am |
- Hosts/Consortia share how top producing members find success
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Jackie Friedman
Betsy Geiser Scott Koepf Stephanie Lee Brian Chapin |
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| 11:00am - 11:45am |
- Destination Perspectives: When Headlines Hit Popular Destinations
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Michelle Bernier-Toth
Kareem George Brian Israel Ali Gerakaris Richard Aquino |
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| 11:00am - 11:45am |
- Salesmanship - Overcoming Objections and Opening the Sale
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Kelly Bigel
Evan McElligott Lori Sheller Joshua Bush Kelly Bergin Joseph Leon Heather Kindred |
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| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
Lunch & Learns
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| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
- Lunch & Learn: Australia
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Brianna McCarthy
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| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
- Lunch & Learn: Hilton
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Veronique Deblois
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| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
- Lunch & Learn: Hurtigruten
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Jacqueline Day
Jonathan Tramontana |
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| 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Education Sessions - BLOCK B | ||
| 4:00pm - 4:45pm |
- Rules of the Road: Agency Relationships and the Law (An ASTA VTA Course)
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Peter Lobasso
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| 4:00pm - 4:45pm |
- It’s a Small World: Global Market Trends in 2020 and Beyond that May Affect You
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Mark Meader
Wendy Paradis Ari Marom Alvin Adriano Aye Min Oo Zsuzsanna Sarmon |
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| 4:00pm - 4:45pm |
- Salesmanship - Overcoming Objections and Opening the Sale
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Joseph Leon
Evan McElligott Lori Sheller Joshua Bush Kelly Bigel Kelly Bergin Heather Kindred |
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| 4:00pm - 4:45pm |
- Inspiration: Secrets to Success from Top Female Agency Owners
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Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg
Olga Ramudo Becky Powell Tiffany Hines Jennifer Cochrane |
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Tuesday, August 27
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| 10:45am - 11:30am | Education Sessions - BLOCK C | ||
| 10:45am - 11:30am |
- Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Clients and Your Business
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Carlos Kizzee
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| 10:45am - 11:30am |
- Supplier Relations: Creating Profitable Partner Programs
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Alex Pinelo
Ron Gulaskey Mary Ellen George Jay Pope Anthony Meloro |
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| 10:45am - 11:30am |
- Global Stewardship and Responsible Travel (An ASTA VTA Continuing Education Course)
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Robyn Basso
Guy Young Perry Lungmus Genevieve Strand Amy Brown |
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| 10:45am - 11:30am |
- Social Media: Implementing Instagram to Boost Your Business
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Marielle Kabin
Claire Howard |
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| 10:45am - 11:30am |
- Rules of the Road: Agency Relationships and the Law (An ASTA VTA Course)
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Peter Lobasso
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| 11:45am - 12:45pm |
- Lunch & Learn: Brazil
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| 11:45am - 12:45pm |
- Lunch & Learn: The Golden Land Myanmar,Be Enchanted
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Kyaw Naing
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| 11:45am - 12:45pm |
- Lunch & Learn: The Hawaiian Islands - Six Unique Islands, Six Unique Experiences
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Robyn Basso
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| 11:45am - 12:45pm |
- Lunch & Learn: Puerto Rico – Back and Better Than Ever
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Moreno Ciso
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