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The disparity in what the largest travel management companies pay men and women really doesn’t amount to much, according to the firms. Data reported to the government of the United Kingdom tells a different story, at least for their employees there. American Express Global Business Travel said its U.K. gender pay report painted a misleading…
“When I apply for a job,” former United Airlines sales leader Jack Purdy told us last year, “I research the company, I craft a meaningful cover letter, I even adjust my résumé. I put a lot of work into it. To think that it’s just getting brushed aside by some robot — it’s just disheartening.”…
According to research, employee engagement has been flat for years, affecting recruitment and retention. This has been a big topic in travel management lately as organizations try to craft policies and programs that keep workers productive and comfortable while on the road. In general, according to this article from Harvard Business Review, companies should focus…
Travel sourcing manager-turned-career coach Lea McLeod told us last year that ageism was “alive and well in the job search market.” That also goes for the workplace generally. But even though it’s common, leaders can recognize and combat ageism to make organizations equitable, supportive and inclusive. In this article, Nicole D. Smith, editorial audience director…
The Global Business Travel Association is “in the process of reviving” its foundation, a press official confirmed. Established in 1989, the GBTA Foundation focused on providing education and research before going dormant a few years ago. In its refreshed form, it will house “sustainability/ESG and education-related initiatives,” according to the spokesperson. Announced in January as…
Some companies find bonding outside the tasks of a typical workday is more important than ever if that workday remains remote. By Lora Kelley. “Fun to be had! Fun. To. Be. Had!” Todd Zanzinger crowed to an audience of remote tech workers on Zoom. It was the opening ceremony of an information technology company’s virtual…
The gasps weren’t merely audible — they were loud. Business travel buyers on a recent conference call heard the rumor that Scott Solombrino was to receive several million dollars. But why? After GBTA on Thursday confirmed the $5 million payoff, a spokesperson for the board said the organization could offer no details beyond its prepared…
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