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Lobbying For Business Travel - March 20, 2019

What are the issues/opportunities in Government in 2019 that might have the biggest impact on Business Travel?

Join us on March 20th at the Holiday Inn City Center in Newport News as we Welcome Joe Barton, Vice President, Cornerstone Government Affairs.  Joe joined Cornerstone after several years of service as a legislative assistant for former Speaker of the House, John Boehner (R-OH). Joe’s areas of concentration included defense, homeland security, foreign affairs, the judiciary and veterans’ affairs issues.  Joe is a member of the Defense & Intelligence, Homeland Security, and Transportation & Infrastructure practice groups at Cornerstone. He guides a range of law enforcement, criminal justice, transportation, and association clients on the development and implementation of legislative, funding and political strategies.

Thanks to all who attended our 2019 Annual Industry Panel!

We kicked-off the New Year with another successful and educational gathering of some of the best travel industry minds you will find anywhere......our Members and Guests!!!  Our Host, Altria, offered us an incredible venue, terrific food and beverage, and an atmosphere for networking that was exceptional.  Then we were treated to a panel of industry experts representing the major travel segments who engaged and challenged us on what 2019 might bring!  Special thanks to our Moderator, Tammy Miller, Genworth Financial, and our Panelists, Jennifer Murphy, Omni Hotels; Rob Haislip, Covington Travel; Mike Bruce, Enterprise Holdings; and Joel Goldowsky, Emirates.   

We hope to see everyone in March for the next VBTA meeting!!!!

We Ate, We Drank, and We Were Tacky at the Annual Gala & Silent Auction!!

If you missed out on this fun event, do not fret, we are doing it again in 2019 and you do not want to miss it! 

Special Thanks To Our Gala Sponsors

Thank You To All Who Attended VBTA Education Day And Our Host - The Omni Richmond   

VBTA’s 2018 Education Day was a great event with the hottest topics facing travel buyers, procurement professionals, and industry suppliers. The day included educational sessions, panels, workshops with some of the industry’s best speakers, and a terrific supplier showcase.

Thank You Also to Our Masters Level Education Day Sponsors!