Apply Now for Season 11 of the GBTA Ladders Mentorship Program
Interested in joining Season 11 of the GBTA Ladders program? We want to hear from you!
GBTA Ladders is designed for travel industry professionals to participate in a group case competition tackling the industry’s hottest topics. Participants (known as “Mentees”) are matched with cross-industry colleagues and are led by senior industry professionals (“Mentors”) and prior Ladders participants (“Alumni Advisors”). Each team prepares a creative presentation, with finalists present in person at the Ladders Summit – with the winning team hosting an official education session at GBTA Convention.
Click the button below to apply for Ladders Season 11 (2024-2025). Application closes on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
"Whether it’s fostering friendships that extend outside work or teaching me to look at my job through a different lens, the Ladders program continues to pay dividends. I couldn’t be more grateful to GBTA and United for providing me with the opportunity to participate in the program."
Stephen BunkiewiczKey Account Manager, United Airlines
"If you want to grow your professional network in the travel industry, you should start with the GBTA Ladders program! I am so thankful that I was encouraged to participate in this program. It’s genuinely shaped the past 3+ years of my travel industry career. From the mentees vying for a chance to show off their innovative products and ideas at summit, to the mentors who offer leadership, guidance, and knowledge to the entire group – this unique program offers participants multiple opportunities to grow their careers. Plus, I absolutely love having the ability to connect with others who also want to stretch their skills and learn something new. Now, I feel like I can walk into any industry event, and find someone I know – all from connections back to this program."
Julie StuckeyManaging Consultant, Advito
"Participating in the Ladders program has been a career defining moment for me. Ladders has given me the opportunity to connect with and learn from some of the very best and brightest in the industry. Additionally, this experience has ignited my passion for providing better solutions for travelers, and it has allowed me to explore my creativity in a whole new way. I have a new understanding of my unique skillset, but more importantly, I am now a part of an amazing community committed to supporting and helping each other to grow and succeed. Ladders has been an invaluable experience!"
Sena WilliamsManager, Client Success, Adelman Travel, a BCD Company
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