Professional Education
Marketplace is on the right track with Professional Education opportunities at Marketplace. ABA offers more than 40 quality seminars conducted by top-rated national speakers and industry experts. The 2012 Marketplace education program will continue to offer timely topics on three tracks: Professional and Personal Development, Industry Tools and Business Management.
Operator track seminars are open to all delegates, but the examples and specifics are based on our operators' needs. They have been designed for immediate application when you return to the office from Philadelphia. Delegates do not need to sign up in advance for any seminars; however, you do need to schedule them in during the busy Marketplace week to take advantage of all that Marketplace has to offer.
You may also fulfill some of your certification requirements for the Certified Travel Industry Specialist (CTIS) Program by attending these Marketplace seminars. This continuing education program is created exclusively for the motorcoach and group travel industry and extends the benefits of professional education past Marketplace and into your business and your career.
Being a part of ABA has been extremely beneficial to me as a relatively new member in this industry. Upon attending my first ABA Marketplace in Philadelphia this year, I found myself extremely excited about the educational opportunities within this organization. I quickly registered for the CTIS certification, which I will proudly receive at the next ABA Marketplace in Grapevine, TX, and I look forward to continuing my personal development in the years to come. It has been a pleasure to meet and work with so many people in the travel industry and to build upon the relationships that I have gained throughout the year.
Greg Dotson
Kaleidoscope Adventures
Education Schedule
There will be education sessions Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
Education RFP for Speakers for Marketplace 2013
Due: February 17, 2012
RFP: Click Here
Proposal Cover Sheet: Click Here
Contact Vicki Osman at vosman@buses.org with any questions.