ETC Members-Only Virtual Roundtable: Navigating Geopolitical Impacts in Travel
Thursday, May 21, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM) (PDT)
Description
**REGISTRATION IS FULL**
Join us for an interactive, member-only roundtable discussion addressing the most pressing geopolitical challenges facing educational travel today. In this conversational session, we'll explore how global events are reshaping travel planning and operations, focusing on exchanging information to mutually support each other.
Discussion Topics:
Perception vs. Reality: Understanding the gap between news/ social media posts/misinformation and reality on the ground
Flight Disruptions & Fuel Surcharges: Managing operational challenges and their impact on programs
Partnership Strategies: Working effectively with operators, DMCs, insurance, and risk management during uncertain times.
Other Timely Discussion Items
Session Format: This will be an intimate, interactive conversation designed to encourage open dialogue, peer learning, and problem solving.
This session is NOT being recorded. This is not a presentation—it's a facilitated discussion where your insights and experiences drive the conversation. Who Should Attend: ETC member travel planners and DOS navigating the complexities of geopolitical impacts on educational travel programs.
Who Should Attend: ETC member travel planners and DOS navigating the complexities of geopolitical impacts on educational travel programs.