Free Webinar
The Titans of Tourism Panel
Tuesday, December 12th ● 1h
9 am PT ● 12 pm ET ● 5 pm GMT
Join WeTravel on December 12th for an in-depth analysis of the year's most significant industry trends as well as predictions into the landscape of multi-day travel in 2024. Bringing together thought leaders from across the industry, the panel discussion will be moderated by Jeff Gayduk, president of Leisure Group Travel and Premier Travel Media.
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About
Join WeTravel for our second annual Titans of Tourism Panel, a one-hour webinar bringing together industry leaders for an in-depth analysis of the key trends that shaped the industry in 2023, and a first look at how these trends are expected to evolve in 2024. The event will bring together a diverse group of speakers who have each made significant contributions to the multi-day travel sector, to share their unparalleled expertise and unique insights.
The speakers will explore the trajectory of inbound US travel, responsible and sustainable travel, and student travel, amongst other significant trends, in 2023. They will also offer insights on how these trends will likely continue into next year.
Here's a glimpse at what you'll gain:
- A comprehensive understanding of the most impactful travel trends that shaped 2023 and insightful predictions for how they will continue into 2024
- Access to insider insights into the multi-day travel sector as you hear the perspectives of industry experts.
- An opportunity to ask personalized questions to industry leaders and connect with like-minded professionals.
The webinar will conclude with an open-forum Q&A session so be sure to bring any of your questions for our expert panelists! And if you can’t make it live, be sure to register anyway so you can receive a recording of the webinar afterward!
Meet the Moderator
Jeffrey Gayduk (he/his)
President of Premier Travel Media, Leisure Group Travel
Jeffrey Gayduk is the president of Premier Travel Media, a multi-faceted publishing firm that specializes in the niche travel industry. Premier owns well-known brands such as Leisure Group Travel, Sports Planning Guide, Destination Reunions, Student Travel Planning Guide and Destination Film. Premier’s custom publishing division partners with trade associations like IITA, state, regional and national tourism offices to help them cultivate their groups’ message through content, digital and print marketing. Jeff is the author of the recently published book, Traveling Tribes, Your Next Side Gig as a Group Travel Influencer.
Meet the Panelists
Malia Asfour
Managing Director of the Jordan Tourism Board, Chair of the Board of Directors at Tourism Cares
Malia Asfour, Managing Director of the Jordan Tourism Board in North America (JTBNA), began handling tourism for the Jordanian government in the U.S. as tourism attaché in Washington in 1995. She was a key participant in creating the country’s first tourism office in North America, which was launched in 1997. She is very passionate about sustainable tourism and helped in the creation of the Meaningful Travel Map of Jordan. Malia also currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors Tourism Cares and member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s (ATTA) Board of Directors. In 2020 Malia was selected as one of the 50 most Important Women In Travel By Wonderlust Magazine.
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David Chapman
Director General of WYSE Travel Confederation
David Chapman leads WYSE Travel Confederation, a global not-for-profit member association representing and advocating for the international youth, student and educational travel industry. During his tenure as Director General, WYSE Travel Confederation has expanded upon its legacy as a trusted global community of youth travel professionals, facilitator of connections via high quality trade events and producer of essential market research.
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Terry Dale
President and CEO of USTOA
Named president of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) in January 2011, Terry Dale assumed the additional role of Chief Executive Officer in 2013. Among Dale’s responsibilities at USTOA are developing the association’s strategic marketing initiatives, leading the association’s government advocacy on issues affecting tour operators, and working with other travel and tourism industry decision makers to identify mutual challenges and opportunities. During USTOA’s 50th anniversary in 2022, Dale led the association to focus “50 years forward” on key issues of sustainability and DEI. Dale has also served on the Board of Directors of the US Travel Association, Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI), and Visit Florida. Dale also serves on the board for Tourism Cares.
Jaclyn Leibl-Cote
President and CEO at Collette
Jaclyn Leibl-Cote is Collette’s Chief Executive Officer and President, only the fourth CEO to head the 106-year-old company and its first female CEO. She leads Collette’s Executive and Strategic Leadership Teams, driving both the global company’s strategic direction and its day-to-day operations with a laser focus on fulfilling the company’s mission of enhancing life’s journey by creating extraordinary travel experiences. Driven by the company values of Be Happy, Be Responsible, Be Trailblazers and Be the Legacy, Jaclyn, previously the President and Chief Customer Experience Officer, builds collaborative and innovative teams that constantly curate the best travel experiences with the customer in mind. Jaclyn's leadership successfully steered the company through a global pandemic, with Collette emerging stronger and more dynamic than ever before.
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