Q&A – Elevate Your Travel Career at ASTA Global Convention

Learn all about the ASTA Global Convention and why you should attend if you’re in the business of selling travel.

This Q&A is with Erika Richter, director of communications for ASTA (the American Society of Travel Advisors).

ASTA Global Convention (AGC) 2018 at the Washington Hilton in D.C. from August 21 to 23 will bring together the top decision makers, suppliers and travel professionals for an immersive few days of experiences, networking, education and professional development.

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Who is the special guest hosting AGC?

Our favorite event emcee Samantha Brown is back!

We all love seeing her on our TV screens at home and can expect the same enthusiasm on the big stage at AGC.

Watch Samatha’s video invitation to ASTA members:

What are the highlight key-note talks?

Attendees will hear keynotes by the following industry experts:

Alison Taylor, Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Distribution at American Airlines
Tom Krieglstein, TEDx speaker and a Guinness World Record holder
Fabrice Houdart, Human Rights Officer, United Nations Office of the High Commissioner

What are some must-attend workshops?

Our hand-picked education sessions will elevate the attendees’ selling prowess, technological advances and business acumen. Here are some of our top sessions to register for:

The Art of the Upsell: Maximizing your value on every sale by Michelle Johnson – Director of Air Strategy, Celebrity Cruises.
Attracting Great Talent: Ranked the #1 topic of choice by attendees in 2017, this session will teach you how to keep your business thriving with productive talent.
Artificial Intelligence 101 & 201: Marc Casto, President & COO of Casto Travel facilitates a timely dialogue with renowned AI experts in the travel space.
Media Training by Travel Massive NYC community member and CBS on-air talent Wendy Gillette.

Tell us about the around-the-world party?

AGC is also about fun and immersion!

This truly “DC” experience is showcased through our Embassy Receptions for an around-the-world party to Jamaica, Barbados, South Africa, Uzbekistan, Kenya, Bahamas, Chile and Hungary, where you can get a taste of the culture and hospitality firsthand.

How is ASTA creating a positive impact?

The mission of ASTA and its affiliated organizations is to facilitate the business of selling travel through effective representation, shared knowledge and the enhancement of professionalism.

When you see the ASTA logo, you can expect the best business practices, and positive reputation that the association has stood for since 1931.

Where can members find out more?

If you invest in one event all year, you’ll want to put AGC on your calendar.

– Erika

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