CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
This schedule is a work-in-progress as we create an exciting event. Check it out as we shape our 2023 event – subject to change!
| 7.00AM – 2.00PM | GNEX-CRTA 2023 GOLF TOURNAMENT |
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Following our fabulous day at Glen Abbey Golf Club last year, join us at Club de Golf La Tempête for the 2nd Annual GNEX-CRTA 2023 Golf Tournament.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Participation Includes: Green Fees, Shared Golf Cart, Awards Lunch, Round Trip Transportation. REGISTRATION IS OPEN – PURCHASE PLAYER TICKETS HERE This is a separate ticketed event and space is VERY limited and available to registered attendees only, on a first to purchase basis. |
| 7.30PM – | UNOFFICIAL GATHERING @ FAIRMONT LE CHÂTEAU FRONTENAC |
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The drinks aren’t on us just yet, but for those that have already arrived and want to find some attendees to hang out with, you’ll find us at the bar in the hotel. |
| 8.30AM – 5.00PM | GNEX-CRTA NETWORKING LOUNGE |
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GNEX stands for Global Networking EXperience, and so the first day focuses heavily on networking to help everyone develop new relationships in our popular Networking Lounge where business deals are brokered, strategic partnerships are forged and new relationships are born.
Coffee & Tea is available from 10AM as you hold meetings, network and visit our exhibitors at your leisure in-between our planned networking events below. Attracting senior executives from Canada, USA, Mexico, Caribbean and beyond, your day will be filled with new opportunities to advance your business. |
| 8.30AM – 9.30AM | PRE-CONFERENCE COFFEE & PASTRIES |
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Grab your delegate badge, coffee and pastries in the Networking Lounge ahead of the opening session of the conference. |
| 9.30AM – 10.00AM | CONFERENCE WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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 Jim MadridPresident Advance Sports Technology, Inc. |
Our resident Emcee will outline what’s coming up in our agenda over the next two days!
Plus, a look ahead to our next two events in Cancun and Miami Beach. |
| 10.00AM – 11.00AM | 60-SECOND PITCH |
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Learn who’s who right at the start of the event to help with your networking! The 60-Second Pitch session gives one representative of each participating company the chance to take to the microphone for just 60-seconds to provide a fast elevator pitch about who they are and what their company does, so that members of the audience can make a quick note of who they want to meet during the conference, and put a face to the name so they can more easily find them.
Please Note: This session only lasts one-hour and so participation is only guaranteed to the first 60 companies to purchase delegate tickets, so if you haven’t already, REGISTER NOW to secure your spot! |
| 11.00AM – 12.00PM | NETWORKING BREAK |
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Head back to our Networking Lounge for an hour of networking while enjoying some tasty bites, coffee and tea. |
| 12.00PM – 1.30PM | THE BOARDROOM | |||
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| Unique to GNEX, this compelling session is the “ultimate” meeting of minds. The audience gets a fly-on-the-wall experience as our C-Suite industry experts conduct a round-table discussion on trending topics that impact the vacation industry, and their opinions of what the future holds. | ||||
 Larry LawCEO & Founder Living Water Resorts |
 John RubleSVP- Global Sales Operations & SVP-Field Operations – The Americas Marriott Vacations Worldwide |
 Jorge HererraPresident Unlimited Vacation Club |
 Kel ThompsonManaging Director Wyndham Reef Resort |
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 Gaetan BabinPresident & CEO CRTA |
 Robert WebbPartner BakerHostetler |
 Robert ClementsVP, Regulatory Affairs & General Counsel ARDA |
 Paul MattimoePresident & CEO Perspective Group |
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| 1.30PM – 2.30PM | LUNCH |
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Enjoy a full lunch as you continue your conversations and take time to visit our exhibitors in the Networking Lounge. |
| 2.30PM – 3.30PM | EXPO LIVE! | |||
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| This session brings the Networking Lounge to the main stage and comprises of fast-paced 5-minute pitch sessions where attendees can quickly learn more about several products and services that could help improve their business. | ||||
 Chris HassallCEO Catalyst Marketing Solutions |
 Katrina WindsorClient Success Manager Light |
 Duane LeeCEO SafeGuard LLC |
 Gordon McClendonCEO SPI Software |
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 Sergio SantosChief Product Officer Vacation Innovations |
 Suneel GoudVice President, GIS GuestView Guide |
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| 3.30PM – 4.30PM | SPEED NETWORKING |
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Participate in our fan-favorite networking session where you’ll meet one-on-one with around 30 delegates. Every speed meeting gives each delegate one minute to share more details about their business and exchange business cards. When you find a representative from a company you want to know more about, you can then arrange to meet again during the event.
Participants, and the remaining attendees will also be able to enjoy our premium open bar during this event, held within the Networking Lounge. |
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| 5.30PM – 8.30PM | A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM |
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Join us for a night of fun, food, open bar and entertainment surrounded by cultural history at the Musée de la civilisation. With the entire museum to ourselves, enjoy a walk through one of the exhibits, drinks on the rooftop terrace and then enjoy the rest of the event with dinner and live entertainment in the Grand Hall du Musée.
The museum is just a short 8-10 minute walk from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac so no transport is needed, but for those that prefer not to walk you can be there in just a few minutes via taxi / uber. This event is co-sponsored by
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| 8.00AM – 9.45AM | NETWORKING BREAKFAST |
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Enjoy a hearty breakfast ahead of a day of general sessions and more networking. |
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| 9.45AM – 10.00AM | DAY TWO INTRODUCTIONS |
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 Jim MadridFounder AST |
Grab your seats for some not-to-be-missed sessions! |
| 10.00AM – 10.30AM | X-TALK: TBC |
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| 10.30AM – 11.30AM | TBC: PANEL SESSION | |||
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| 11.30AM – 12.30PM | NETWORKING BREAK |
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Head back to our Networking Lounge for an hour of networking while enjoying some tasty bites, coffee and tea. Don’t forget to visit all of our exhibitors to learn more about what they can offer to your business. |
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| 12.30PM – 1.30PM | INTERNATIONAL SYNERGIES BETWEEN ASSOCIATIONS | |||
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| Hear from senior execs from industry trade associations from Canada, USA and Mexico on how they can work together to combat industry issues, and help protect us for the future. | ||||
 Gaetan BabinPresident & CEO CRTA |
 Rosario Rodriguez RojoPresident AMDETUR |
Robert Clements VP, Regulatory Affairs & General Counsel ARDA |
 Raul AlonzoPresident ACOTUR |
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Moderated By Linda MayhughPresident C.A.R.E. |
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| 1.30PM – 2.30PM | LUNCH |
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Enjoy a full lunch as you continue your conversations and take time to visit our exhibitors in the Networking Lounge. |
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| 2.30PM – 3.00PM | GUEST SPEAKER – TBC |
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| 3.00PM – 4.00PM | INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP: TBC |
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| Jim Madrid President Advance Sports Technology |
Jim Madrid will be delivering another inspiring and interactive workshop – more details to follow soon. |
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| 5.30PM – 6.30PM | FAREWELL COCKTAILS |
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Your last chance to network and build relationships with new friends as the conference comes to a close. |
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| 8.30PM – LATE | UNOFFICIAL NIGHT ON THE TOWN |
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Enjoy the rest of your evening in the hotel or the city at your leisure, but if you want to hang with a group of attendees, we’ll be picking a spot to meet up after dinner and will let everyone know where. |
Introducing Our GNEX-CRTA 2023 Sponsors So Far!
Interested in sponsoring our upcoming event? Download our Sponsorship Brochure.
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