Membership is open to all individuals who are engaged in travel, transportation, lodging and associated professions. Please fill out our online application.
Hawaii Business Travel Association 2010/2011 Membership Contact:
Membership CHAIR
Ms. Jun Look
Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio
Corporate Sales Manager
jun.look@hilton.com
Phone: (808) 921-5576
Mission Statement
Hawai'i Business Travel Association is that important link between the business travel manager and the travel industry. We provide the opportunity for constructive exchange of ideas among members and are committed to advancing their knowledge and professionalism through conferences, seminars, newsletters, and other educational means. We also represent the membership on issues which affect the business travelers and their employer organization.
Why Join:
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Programs and Education. Hawai'i Business Travel Association 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, Hawaii Business Travel Association 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, HBTA members network and establish the professional relationships necessary for success. Promoting the healthy exchange of ideas and information, HBTA 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 HBTA 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 a collective of interested and motivated individuals, our members have the opportunity to actively participate in the functioning of HBTA, 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, HBTA 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 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.
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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.
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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”
Membership Dues 2010:
$175 New Member (meeting fees included)
$150 Renewal (meeting fees included)
$87.50 New Member (July - December)
Honorary Members:
$25.00 Annual fee, plus the cost of attended meetings
Meeting/Special Event Fees:
Members Normally No Charge except special events
Guests Approx $25, fees may vary
No Show/Late Cancellation Approx $25, fees may vary
All fees/dues listed, subject to change
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