CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
This schedule is a work-in-progress as we create an exciting event. Check it out as we shape our 2024 event – subject to change!
| TBC | GNEX-CRTA 2024 GOLF TOURNAMENT |
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We look forward to bringing you details of our 3rd Annual GNEX-CRTA Golf Tournament soon.
This is a separate ticketed event and space is VERY limited and available to registered attendees only, on a first to purchase basis. |
| 6.30PM – 7.30PM | UNOFFICIAL GATHERING @ FAIRMONT CHÂTEAU LAURIER |
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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 for early evening drinks. Then most people will head out for planned client or social dinners and then we’ll nominate a bar for late evening drinks should anyone want to meet up again. |
| 8.00AM – 9.00AM | CRTA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
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CRTA Members are welcome to attend and spectate as the CRTA Board of Directors meet to discuss association business and hold the Annual General Meeting ahead of the conference starting. |
| 8.30AM – 4.30PM | 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 Las Vegas! |
| 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. Participants will be announced soon… |
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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 – 4.30PM | GENERAL SESSIONS |
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| More details of our speakers and panel sessions will be announced soon… |
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| 6.00PM – 9.00PM | GNEX-CRTA PARTY |
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| Following our memorable Night At The Museum last year, we will soon be announcing our main event for Ottawa. Watch this space!
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| 8.00AM – 10.00AM | NETWORKING BREAKFAST |
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Enjoy a hearty breakfast ahead of a day of general sessions and more networking. |
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| 10.00AM – 10.15AM | DAY TWO INTRODUCTIONS |
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 Jim MadridFounder AST |
Grab your seats for some not-to-be-missed sessions! |
| 10.15AM – 11.30AM | GENERAL SESSIONS |
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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 | GENERAL SESSIONS |
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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 – 4.30PM | GENERAL SESSIONS |
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| 4.30PM – 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. |
A Huge Thank You To Our GNEX-CRTA 2023 Sponsors!
Interested in sponsoring our upcoming event? Download our Sponsorship Brochure.
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