Join us for the 3rd Annual TAMS Ignite at Harvard University and Hyatt Regency Boston Cambridge, April 13-14, 2026.
This premier gathering brings together corporate travel, meetings, and expense management professionals for an immersive educational experience that explores the future of our industry. Set against the prestigious backdrop of Harvard's David Rubenstein Treehouse, you'll gain cutting-edge insights, earn educational certificates, and build a powerful network of industry colleagues ready to tackle the challenges of the next decade.
Educational Excellence
Dive into AI integration, data and expense innovations, and the future workforce through hands-on learning with industry experts, Harvard students, and thought leaders. Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming corporate travel and discover new strategies for actionable data insights and efficient expense management.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry professionals in meaningful ways that foster collaboration and innovation. Build relationships with colleagues who will become your trusted network for years to come, all within a super-charged society of top professionals.
Thought Leadership
Experience TAMS Revolution sessions exploring a world without RFPs, TAMS Gatherings focusing on meetings in the wild, and immersive learning experiences that challenge traditional thinking. Leave with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and the confidence to revolutionize your travel program
Day 1: Monday April 13, 2026
David Rubenstein Treehouse
at Harvard University
Day 2: Tuesday April 14, 2026
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
Registration 11:00 - 1:00
Welcome To TAMS & IGNITE
Kerin McKinnon, Will Pinnell
1:00 - 1:15
Welcome to Harvard
Bernard Franklin
Ph.D. Harvard Fellow & President, Restoring Brilliance
1:15-1:45
TAMS REVOLUTION: RFPs with AI: Smarter, Faster, Better Together
Irene Bar-Am & Michelle De Costa
1:45 - 3:00 Main Session
TAMS REVOLUTION: RFPs with AI: Smarter, Faster, Better Together
Breakouts
Irene Bar-Am & Michelle De Costa
3:15 – 4:30 Break Out Sessions
Immersive Session 1:
Evaluation Section of the RFP
Immersive Session 2:
Pricing Model
Immersive Session 3:
Vendor Selection Committee
TAMS GATHERINGS: Meetings in the
Wild - Increasing ROI through converging travel & meetings
Keri Wendal, Alisa de Gaspe Beaubien, Reggie lang
4:30 - 5:15 pm
Virtual Payments: Unlocking Visibility and Control in Corporate Travel
5:15 - 6:00 pm
Adam Braun, Eric Spencer, Alex Olsen
Welcome Reception: Moving to
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Your Well-Being: Optional Stretching, Meditation & Yoga
6:00 - 6:45
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
7:00 - 8:00 am
Welcome & Ignite Overview
8:00 - 8:15 am
Ginny Roelant
Not Your Mother’s Fireside Chat:
Insights from Industry Veterans
Jay Campbell, Michael Qualantone, Kevin O'Malley
8:15 - 9:15
Introduction to ELEVATED EXCHANGE
Ginny Roelant
9:30 - 9:45
Key Note Speaker:
The Attention Algorithm: How to Build Trust and Real Connections in the New Age of Chaos
Tim Hines
9:45 - 10:30
Chair Chat: TAMS EVOLUTION
10:30 - 10:45
Ginny Roelant and Kerin McKinnon
11:30 - 12:30
TAMS IMPACT: Human Trafficking Awareness Training & Certification; Harvard White Paper
Human Trafficking Awareness Team
Speaking ‘C’ and Elevating up to the ‘Suite’ spot Moderator: Michael Brennan
Rita Visser, Jennifer Steinke, Eric Grey,
Evan Friedman
12:40 - 1:30
IMMERSIVE SESSIONS
3:00 - 5:00
Immersive Session 1
Distracted Reality & Effective Communication
Tim Hines, Rita Visser
Immersive Session 2
Access Granted: Truly Accessible Experiences across Corporate Travel
Andrew Slaiby, Christy Gracie, Benjemin Bernard, May Jo Lake, Kerry Mauger, Dana Folsom
Immersive Session 3
Talent, Training, and the Next Generation of Travel Experts:
Ted Cullen, Samsom Kampler, Morgan Hoyt, Garth Joplin, Tristan Lockie
Reflection & Wrap-Up
5:15 - 5:30
Jamie Meek and Ginny Roelant
Evening Cocktails & Network
5:30 - 6:30
Nominations Are Now Open
For The
2026 TAMS IGNITE Awards!
🏆Emerging Leader Award:
For professionals with under six years in the industry who are already making an impact through fresh ideas and standout leadership.
🏆Industry Impact Award:
For leaders whose influence extends beyond their organization, from mentoring talent to championing initiatives that strengthen our entire community.
Open to buyers and suppliers (one winner per category).
Sponsor TAMS Ignite
There are a variety of ways to position your organization in front of this influential group of attendees - from logo recognition to putting your key executives on stage.
Agenda
Dive into AI integration, data and expense innovations, Experience TAMS Revolution sessions, Connect with industry professionals.
Register Today
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE MOMENTUM RATE BEFORE FEBRUARY 14, 2026.
Pricing goes to full price
(Landing Rate) on Feb15th
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