New research examines gender gaps in leadership, satisfaction, and safety
Women are shaping the future of business travel — making up the majority of professionals in key roles across the industry. But what does the path to leadership look like? And how can organizations better support growth, satisfaction, and safety for all?
The latest research from the GBTA Foundation, unveiled at the annual GBTA
WINiT Summit in October 2025, dives into these questions and more.
What’s inside this report?
Based on a survey of 654 business travel professionals worldwide — including buyers and suppliers — it examines a number of topics including:
- Gender Representation: Who’s leading the way in corporate travel roles?
- Career Growth & Transitions: Promotions, raises, and industry movement.
- Career Attitudes: How professionals feel about their work, balance, and advancement.
- Women Travelers: Safety, support, and representation in managed travel programs.
Get your copy of “Breaking Boundaries: Women and Advancement in Business Travel” and explore how the industry is evolving — and how you can be part of the change.
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This GBTA Foundation research is made possible by Corporate Travel Management (CTM).