Membership is open to all individuals who are engaged in travel, transportation, lodging and associated professions. Please fill out our online New Member Application.
PBTA 2010 Membership Contact:
PBTA Membership
Attention: Chad Giger
C/O DoubleTree Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh-City Center
One Bigelow Square
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Telephone: 412-586-1833
Email: cgiger@doubletreepgh.com
Why Join:
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Programs and Education. PBTA devotes the bulk of our resources to the education and professional skill development of our members. Understanding that corporate business travel is at the crossroads of change, PBTA believes that a complete and intimate knowledge of the travel industry is crucial to the success of its members. Throughout the year, educational programs are held on a wide variety of topic’s affecting business travel management; from new developments in technology to changes in local and national purchasing trends.
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Networking. Success in any business begins with establishing relationships among professionals in its industry. By actively participating in monthly meetings and other exciting events, PBTA members network and establish the professional relationships necessary for success. Promoting the healthy exchange of ideas and information, PBTA enthusiastically welcomes the challenges of the 21st Century and vigorously represents and supports the needs and interests of those involved in the fields of business travel.
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Volunteerism and Leadership. At the core of PBTA are volunteers who compose our officers and committees. Accomplished and respected professionals in the travel management industry, they focus on specific issues which will affect our members. Because we are an organization of interested and motivated individuals, our members have the opportunity to actively participate in the functioning of PBTA, gain the experience to grow professionally and assume leadership positions. By providing an information network where those pursuing careers in travel management can associate closely with industry leaders on important issues, PBTA is the ideal venue for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to work together and effect real and lasting change in an important aspect of the local business community.
Membership Types
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Direct
In order to qualify for Direct membership, a person must be employed within a company, corporation, or subsidiary organization for the primary purpose of procuring business travel services for the employees of such entities, be responsible for promulgating and administering travel policies for such entities.
(a) Direct - Primary
Primary members should be those responsible for controlling ongoing travel decisions for multiple company personnel.
(b) Direct - Secondary
Secondary members are individuals responsible for supporting the primary member, including those individuals booking travel arrangements.
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Allied
In order to qualify for Allied membership, a person must be employed by a certified air carrier, corporate charter company, fixed base operator, ARC accredited travel agency, limousine or auto rental company, steamship line, bus or rail company, hotel or motel, or such related firm as may be approved by the Board of Directors.
(c) Allied - Primary
The Primary member must be accompanied by a new Corporate member as approved and be designated as primary by the organization.
(d) Allied - Secondary
Any additional personnel are considered Secondary members.
- Student/Educator
In order to qualify for Student/Educator membership, a person must either be enrolled full-time in a Hospitality Management or Travel Agent education program at an accredited institution or hold a position as a full time Instructor at an accredited institution teaching courses related to the field of Travel/Hospitality Management. These members may not vote or hold office, however, may serve on committees.
In order to qualify for Honorary membership, members who officially retire from the travel field may continue as members of this organization by majority vote of the Board of Directors, may not vote or hold office, however may serve on committees. In addition, individuals may be bestowed Honorary membership by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. Status of those who subsequently accept employment in another travel capacity shall be subject to review and approval by the Board of Directors.
Membership Dues:
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One Year
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Direct - Primary
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$70
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Direct - Secondary
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$40
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Allied - Primary
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$70
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Allied - Secondary
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$40
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Student/Educator
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$70
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Honorary
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$0
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Membership period is on a calendar year basis. Membership is contingent upon application review and approval by the PBTA Board of Directors.
Monthly Meeting Fees:
Lunch Meetings:
$35 Member
$40 Guest
$45 Walk-in (for either member or guest)
Dinner Meetings:
$40 Member
$75 Guest
$45 Walk-in (member ($45.00 or guest ($75.00) |
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