On 24-27 April 2019 the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Foundation will hold its inaugural Leadership Think Tank by invitation only, in conjunction with the IGLTA Annual Global Convention in NYC.

At the Think Tank, top executives from LGBTQ+ destinations will discuss the intersection of responsible tourism with LGBTQ+-friendliness.

Destinations represented will include Canada, Cape Town, Italy, Bermuda, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Milan, Madrid, Guam, Barcelona and Thailand as well as NYC, DC, Boston, Los Angeles, Niagara Falls, California, Fort Lauderdale, Salt Lake City and Miami.

The Annual Convention features:

Wednesday 24 April: Buyer/Supplier Marketplace, Travel Networking Mixer

Thursday 25 April: Entrepreneurs and Travel Agents Round Tables, various discussion sessions, LGBTQ+ Research presentation, Women in Business panel

Friday 26 April: Various sessions, networking lunch, media networking event, IGLTA Foundation fundraiser

Saturday 27 April: Sessions on Chinese LGBTQ+ market, evolving language of hospitality, LGBTQ+ destination development, 2019 travel trends and tips, plus closing party 7-10 PM

Tickets are, for first company attendee:

$695 for small businesses

$1595 for large businesses

Go here for registration page.