Membership is open to all individuals who are engaged in travel, transportation, lodging and associated professions. Please apply for Membership using our online Membership Application.
Why Join:
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Programs and Education. Texas BTA 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, Texas BTA 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, Texas BTA members network and establish the professional relationships necessary for success. Promoting the healthy exchange of ideas and information, Texas BTA 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 Texas BTA 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 Texas BTA, 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, Texas BTA 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 is available on an annual calendar year basis (January to December) at a cost of $100.00 per individual per year.
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. Direct membership may be transferred within a corporation upon application to and approval by the Membership Committee.
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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, Livery, Motel, Mover of Household Goods, Railroad, Travel Related Automation Company, Travel Management Consulting Firms, Travel Agencies 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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Associate Membership shall be limited to any person employed by a company, corporation or organization, outside of a recognized business travel department and actively engaged in procuring transportation-oriented services or making travel related administrative decisions for their employer. Associate members may serve on committees, vote and hold elective office.
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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 “Retired Member”.
Membership will not become effective until payment of the annual dues and a current business card has been received. You can also complete the renewal notice (hyperlink, form is on current website) and mailing it.
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