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Gabriela Gonzalez
Comfort Suites Downtown Orlando
ggonzalez@orlandocomfortsuites.com
407 228-4007 (phone)
407 996-0523 (fax)

FCBTA 2008 Membership Contact:

Becky Murtland
Comfort Suites
becky.murtland@premierhotel.com
904 997-9190 (phone)
904 998-4306 (fax)

Mission Statement

Committed to providing tools, information and networking opportunities for effective business travel management.

Why Join:

·        Programs and Education.  CFBTA and FCBTA devote 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, CFBTA and FCBTA believe 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.

·        Networking. Success in any business begins with establishing relationships among professionals in its industry. By actively participating in monthly meetings and other exciting events, CFBTA/FCBTA members network and establish the professional relationships necessary for success.

·        Volunteerism and Leadership. At the core of CFBTA and FCBTA are volunteers who compose our officers and committees. Accomplished and respected professionals in the travel industry, they focus on specific issues which will affect our members. Because we are a collective of interested and motivated individuals, our members have the opportunity to actively participate in the functioning of CFBTA and FCBTA, 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, CFBTA and FCBTA present 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

·        Direct  Membership shall be limited to any person regularly employed to 1) procure business travel services for employees of the corporation or organizations, or 2) promulgate and administer business travel polices for the corporation or organization.  Direct members shall have all voting rights and may hold elective office within the Association.

·        Allied membership is open to any person who is responsible for directing the business conducted by the following companies:  Auto Rental, Bus, Certified Air Carrier, Charge Card, Credit Card, Cruise Line, Hotel, Motel, Railroad, Travel Related Automation Company, Travel Management Consulting Firms, Travel Management Companies and other travel professional services firms or associations.  Allied membership shall have all voting rights unless otherwise specified herein, and may hold elective office within the Association.  Allied membership may be transferred within a company upon application to and approval by the Membership Committee.

·        Honorary Lifetime Membership shall be limited to members of good standing, who retire from employment of a full-time basis.  Lifetime membership may be appointed to such members by a majority vote of the membership.  Lifetime membership shall have all rights and privileges of the Association with the exception of voting rights and holding an elective office.  There shall be no assessment of dues and such member shall remain on the mailing list and roster designated as "Honorary Lifetime Member”

2008 Membership Dues
   $100       New Member  
   $100       Renewal         

Monthly Meeting Fees
   $35       Member      
   $40       Guest (guests welcome to attend a maximum of two events per calendar year)
   $45       Walk-in (for either member or guest)
   $275     Prepaid 5 Meetings (Allied and Direct) (Excludes Holiday Party)