Travel. Learn. Connect.
The Agenda will be updated as content becomes confirmed, so be sure to check here often for new additions!
(All times and locations are subject to change)
Registration
First Timers Lounge
Meet other convention participants who are attending an IGLTA Annual Global Convention for the first time, as well as meet up with IGLTA members who are veteran attendees. Great opportunity to Network and learn how to get the most out of your Convention time.
Buyer/Supplier Marketplace
For further details, click here
Buyer/Supplier Marketplace Luncheon
This luncheon is for those participating in the Buyer/Supplier Marketplace only.
The Social Media Lounge and displays of this year's LGBTQ+ Unique Destinations are also located in the Harbour Ballroom Foyer. IGLTA Member Profile Assistance also available.
Entrepreneurs Round Table Discussion
Moderated by Robert Sharp. For further details, click here.
State of the Association
An update of IGLTA, what's new, what's coming, meet the Board of Directors and the IGLTA Global Ambassadors. Presented by IGLTA President/CEO, John Tanzella
Break
General Session - Welcome
Welcome by Tourism Toronto President, Johanne Belanger. Then Thomas Roth and David Paisley present CMI's 22nd Annual LGBTQ+ Tourism Study: Canadian Travelers. Understanding LGBTQ+ Travel in Europe, presented by Peter Jordan. Michael Kujabi presents LGBTQ+ in Uganda. Sponsored by Visit Britain
Coffee Break
Sponsored by Italian National Tourist Board.
Today's Corporate Reputation & Responsibility Imperative
Presented by Dawn K. Christensen, MGM Resorts International and Fletcher Whitwell, R&R Partners. For further details, click here.
LGBTQ+ Tourism Research Review, Best Practices & Case Studies
Presented by Thomas Roth, Community Marketing & Insights, and David Paisley, Community Marketing & Insights. For further details, click here. Sponsored by Hotel Granvia Kyoto.
Insider Tips to Selling Canada
Moderated by Laurence Bernstein, Travel Gay Canada. Panel includes Angela Moore, Stephanie LeClair, Kristen McKenzie, Heidi Wallace, and Darrell Schuurman. For further details, click here.
How to Market to LGBTQ+ Travelers
Presented by Auston Matta, IGLTA. For further details, click here.
Women in Business Forum
Moderated by Eva Maria P. Lange, Pink Iceland & Propose Iceland
Opening Reception
Sponsored by Toronto Tourism & Destination Ontario.
The Social Media Lounge and displays of this year's LGBTQ+ Unique Destinations are also located in the Harbour Ballroom Foyer. IGLTA Member Assistance available and new website demos.
General Session - LGBTQ+ Tourism Trends for 2018 and Beyond
Moderated by Daniela Wagner. Panel includes Juliano Ferrari, Albert Herrera, Maria Cuba, Zack Medow. Sponsored by ProColombia.
General Session - The Intersection of Human Rights and Tourism
Moderated by Fabrice Houdart. Panel includes: Kevin Dallas, Helen Kennedy, Sean Howell and Dinesh Perera Sponsored by AIG Travel.
Networking Luncheon
Luncheon sponsored by Embratur.
General Session - Communicating Sustainability Internally and to Your Clients
Moderated by Randy Durband. Panel includes Rika Jean-Francois, Trudi Pearce and Yves Marceau. Sponsored by Vienna Tourist Board.
Media Networking Event
For further details about the Media Networking Event, click here. Event sponsored by Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB with coffee service sponsored by Pride Media.
"Village Nights" - A Night Out on the Town
Voyage: The IGLTAF Benefit
For further details about "Voyage - The IGLTAF Benefit", click here. For more information about the Fairmont Royal York, click here. To learn more information about the IGLTA Foundation, click here.
The Social Media Lounge and displays of this year's LGBTQ+ Unique Destinations are also located in the Harbour Ballroom Foyer. IGLTA Members Assistance available and new website demos.
LGBTQ+ Destination Marketing - Tips & Techniques for 2018
Presented by Matt Skallerud, President, Pink Banana Media. For further details, click here. Sponsored by Mexico Tourism Board.
Travel Tech Mini Sessions
1) Consumer Trends & the Emergence of AI in Travel Technology, presented by Lucas Lovell, Hopstay. 2)Tips on How to Successfully Digitalize Your Travel Business, presented by Keri Pfeiffer, WeTravel
10 Steps to Building a Data-Driven Content Marketing Strategy
Presented by Meg Cale, LGBTQ+ Travel Advocate and Community Educator.
Selling Mainstream Travel to LGBTQ+ Travelers
Moderator: Billy Kolber, ManAboutWorld. Panelists: Michelle Palma, Uniworld; Benjiman Cruz, Speaker for the 34th Guam Legislature and Ernesto Luna, Haven Resorts. For further details, click here.
General Session - Closing Remarks
This session will include our 2018 "Travel Talk". This year's Travel Talk will be presented by Bernadette Smith, 14 Stories and The Gay Wedding Institute. Plus a presentation on "Making Travel More Accessible: Addressing Stigma Within Our Community", by Drew Cumpson. Also be sure to be there for the Media Networking Event drawing and another surprise drawing - you must be there to win! Lastly, it's teasing time about the evening's fun plans and 2019! Sponsored by Visit Israel.
Lunch Box Distribution for Voluntourism/Educational Events Participants
For further details about the IGLTA Foundation Voluntourism/Educational Events, click here.
IGLTA Foundation Voluntourism/Educational Events
Perennial Pride: IGLTA Closing Party with NYC
Join New York City, host of IGLTA 2019, for PERENNIAL PRIDE, a festive closing celebration at Toronto's magnificent Casa Loma, famous for its role in the X-Men movies. Sponsored by NYC & Company.
