Meeting/Event Information
We are excited to host our 3rd Quarter 2026 meeting at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, IN! We are currently finalizing our speaker lineup and will continue our AI Pulse series. The full agenda will be shared soon.
Based on positive feedback, we’ll be bringing back our Kahoot! quizzes in a fun and engaging way. We will also provide an update on our chapter’s progress toward the 2026 goals. As always, the day will be filled with valuable education, meaningful networking, and a strong return on your investment of time and membership.
This quarter, we’ve introduced a separate complimentary registration for the networking event. You only need to sign up for this if you are not attending the Education Day. If you are registered for Education Day, your networking attendance is already included—no need to register twice. We appreciate your patience as we continue improving our website to better meet our needs.
A sincere thank you to our annual sponsors, who will be featured on our banner display throughout the year and in our social media. We also extend our gratitude to Hotel Carmichael for their generous venue sponsorship. Additional sponsorship opportunities may be available—our communications reach an audience of over 800, so stay tuned if you're interested.
We look forward to seeing you in Carmel, IN this September!
OVBTA April 2011 Meeting
April 07, 2011
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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InterContinental Hotel Cleveland
9801 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
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OVBTA April 2011 Meeting
Wednesday - Thursday, April 6-7
InterContinental Hotel Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
InterContinental Hotel Cleveland - special OVBTA rate of $109. To book, use this specila link:
http://ichotelsgroup.com/redirect?path=rates&brandCode=IC&GPC=SG5&hotelCode=CLEHA&_PMID=99801505
AGENDA
Wednesday, April 6
OVBTA Board of Directors Meeting: 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Networking Reception: 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Thursday, April 7
Registration: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Please pick up your name badge and pay your meeting dues if you did not pay in advance
New Member / First Timer Orientation: 9:30AM - 10:00AM
Meet other first time attendees / new members for an overview of OVBTA and what you can expect at our meetings
Morning Breakout Sessions: 10:00AM - 11:30AM
Direct Members:
Networking / Best Practices Discussion
Allied Members:
Everything you need to be successful you can learn in a Bowling Alley
Presented by: Roger Dalkin, Author of the book "The Gutter Paradigm"
Networking Activity: 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Lunch: 12:00PM - 1:00PM
OVBTA Business Meeting: 1:00PM - 1:15PM
General Session: 1:15PM - 3:30PM
NBTA PAC / Legislative Action Update
Presented by: Shane Downey, Director - Public Policy, GBTA
Travel Policies - Strategies & Best Practices
Presented & Moderated by Tony D'Astolfo, VP Worldwide Sales, Rearden Commerce
Responding to our member survey asking for a program on Travel Policies Best Practices, we have asked Mr. D'Astolfo to present the concept of traveler centric vs. mandating corporate travel policies. He will lead a discussion with members who will provide their successes (and maybe some failures) of their travel policy. Come and learn what best practices you might be able to implement!
This meeting's Charity:
Berea Children's Home and Family Services
www.bchfs.org
Since 1864, Berea Children's Home and Family Services has provided the tools for empowerment to children and families in need. We are committed to a vision of strong communities where future generations are educated, self-reliant and fulfilled. Each year, we serve over 11,000 children and families throughout the State of Ohio. Ninety percent of our clients live at or below the federal poverty level. We operate four service areas: Early Childhood Services, Home/Community-Based Support Services, Away From Home Care, and Employment Services, and need help to make our vision a reality. As a private not-for-profit charitable organization, we are in a covenant relationship with the East Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church and a Better Business Bureau accredited charity. Your tax-deductible gift is critically needed to provide those we serve with the help they need to become successful - regardless of ability to pay. Join us in making a difference today!See attached 2011 Wish list for donation items
Tickets
$60.00 OVBTA Member
$80.00 after 9:00 AM April 5
$60.00 GBTA or Other Official Chapter Member
$80.00 after 9:00 AM April 5
$100.00 Guest
$120.00 after 9:00 AM April 5
