ITB Berlin calls for keynote speakers

ITB Berlin is searching best practices and case studies on mobile solutions, travel technology, social media and digital marketing, as well as inspirations for the new Special Hospitality Tech Forum – the application deadline is 31 October, 2017

eTravel experts and startups still have until 31 October 2017 to apply for a speaking opportunity on the stages of the eTravel World, where the focus will be on the digital future of travel.

The search is on for contributions, case studies and examples of best practices on topics such as the digital transformation, digital marketing and eCommerce/sales. Applicants are also encouraged to address trends such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality and omnichannel solutions in their papers and discuss them with the audience.

Aspiring startups are also invited to apply, so that they can present their forward-looking ideas and solutions to expert audiences. On Friday, 9 March, 2018 in particular, the programme will include fascinating topics by startups. Among others, companies from Argentina, China, France and Spain will highlight their business ideas.

Taking place on 8 March, 2018, the Special Hospitality Tech Forum is a new feature at the eTravel Lab. The following topics will be discussed: ‘Innovations and the impact of digitisation on visitors and employees’, ‘the hotel room of the future’, ‘the use of language assistants in hotel rooms’, ‘website connectivity for small hotels’, and ‘the customer journey’. In each case special emphasis will be placed on topicality and relevance to the industry.

The eTravel World is part of the ITB Berlin Convention. With over 11,000 visitors from around the world at the last event, it has established itself as an important platform for innovative ideas on mobile solutions, travel technology, social media and digital marketing. From 7 to 10 March 2018 technology experts, new media specialists and influencers will have the chance to meet senior executives and decision-makers from around 85 countries on the stages in Halls 6.1 and 7.1c. Audiences can broaden their knowledge at lectures which will provide examples of best practices, and at the sessions experts will focus on special topics such as management experience of the digital transformation and forward-looking marketing strategies.