GBTA Conventionin CHICAGO, IL - aUGUST 3-5, 2026

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Elevated Customer Experience: Expect More at Every Mile

VISIT US AT THE FOX BOOTH - #4215!

Each year the annual GBTA Convention brings excitement and invigorates our team to continue to go the extra mile to support our business travelers and meet new professionals in the industry. From private dinners and meet and greets to the buzzing showcase floor, education sessions and keynote speakers, we hope you’re just as excited to attend GBTA 2026 in Chicago!

McCormick Place
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616

Meet Our Team Attending!

Executive Team

Audra Mead

Chief Culture Officer

Beth Marino

Chief Operating Officer

Chip Juedes

Chief Executive Officer

Megan Pruno

Chief Financial Officer

Sam Hilgendorf

Chief Information Officer

Vice Presidents

Mia Beltran

Vice President, Marketing & Customer Success

Mike Heck

Vice President, Supplier Solutions

Tina Husemoller

Vice President, Meetings and Incentives

Sales

Brianne Clark

Sales Director, Meetings and Incentives

Mary Jo Theimer

Global Sales Director

Sandra Miller

Global Sales Director

Tifani Jones

Sr. Director, Global Sales

Vivian Maxwell Smith, CCTE

Global Sales Director

Client Management

Gina Maylath, GTP

Global Client Solutions Manager

Jeff Saydah

Director of Global Client Solutions

Wanda Baumgartner, GTP

Global Client Solutions Manager

Fox-Hosted Education Session

2026 Fox Hosted Education Session

Leading from the Middle: A Playbook for Driving Enterprise Change

Scheduled Date | Wednesday, August 5

Scheduled Time | 9:15-10:00 AM Central US Time

Track | Human Resources & Stakeholder Management

Session Format | Workshop at Round Tables

Presented by Audra D. Mead, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Chief Culture Officer, Fox World Travel

Influence is the capacity to help shape what happens next…effecting action, behaviors, and opinions of others. A large part of influence lies in your day-to-day actions, your attitudes, and your approach…and doesn’t require you to be in a position of power. Leading with influence is about creating the space to truly collaborate by enrolling people in your ideas rather than selling them.

Customer Review

We recently moved from one of the big mega agencies, and have been blown away with how much better our experience has been since our transition. Not only were we able to negotiate better pricing for our program, but we have had the best customer service experience. Fox has shown us that there are TMCs out there who are listening to the customers’ needs and are creating solutions to help manage those challenges…as with travel, they tend to change often. We feel very fortunate to be with a TMC that gets it, and is looking to help us meet our company goals, not just fit into a TMC mold. We could not be more pleased, well done!

Administrative Manager

Finance The Conference Board

I cannot say enough positive things about our Fox client solutions manager and their support of our firm. They are always quick to answer questions and address any concerns, as well as communicate any information that impacts our program or travel in general. I truly believe that our travel program would not be where it is today without Fox. They are an absolute pleasure to work with.

Travel Program Administrator

Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP

Case Studies

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Driving Digital Travel Adoption

July 29, 2026

26 Countries, 1 Unified Travel Program

July 29, 2026

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Transforming Ride Booking Efficiency

July 29, 2026

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Better Tools, Faster Travel Support

July 28, 2026

The client, a multimillion-dollar freight and logistics company, has two longtime on-site agents who handle all traveler bookings. Because travelers are familiar with the on-site agents, the client wanted a travel management company who would work behind the scenes without the travelers’ awareness.

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Cross-Border Reporting

July 28, 2026

Signify had a specific division comprised of travelers based in Canada that faced the challenge of centralizing North American travel services and data globally for their Canadian-based division. The goal was to provide a single service platform for travelers from Canada and the U.S., establishing a single operational and reporting system that would facilitate streamlined services and travel experiences for their Canadian travelers. Additionally, Signify was required to comply with Canadian laws and regulations while ensuring access to Canadian airline content.

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Data Driven Optimization

July 28, 2026

Fox World Travel's client, a global leader in specialty vehicles and access equipment, partnered with Fox to optimize their travel management program. They utilized Fox's expert data analytics team and advanced business intelligence platform, Cognition, to collect and analyze data from multiple sources. The customized dashboards provided valuable insights into booking trends, supplier preferences, and traveler behaviors. This allowed the client to make data-driven adjustments to policies, optimize supplier contracts, enhance the travel experience, and improve budget control and program compliance. The client's travel manager praised the Cognition dashboards for unlocking a new level of program optimization.

AI with a Heart: How Fox Keeps People at the Center of Talent Acquisition

June 26, 2025

In today's rapidly evolving world, technological advancements, particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI), are frequently making headlines. This is especially true in the realm of Talent Acquisition, where every applicant tracking system (ATS) offers AI-driven efficiencies designed to simplify recruiters' tasks and improve the candidate experience. With so many options available, it can be daunting to decide whether to experiment with AI or fully embrace automation.

A Year In Review: Innovations, Growth, and Industry Recognition Shaping the Future of Business Travel

December 19, 2024

In 2024, we strengthened our position as an industry leader. We introduced technology innovations, formed strategic partnerships, and celebrated team achievements recognitions—all of which have shaped our business travel services and offerings.

How Fox World Travel Is Revolutionizing Remote Work Culture and Achieving Stellar Retention

October 30, 2024

Based in the heart of Wisconsin, we are a privately owned business specializing in corporate travel, incentive programs, strategic meeting management, and leisure travel. Our recent success in maintaining high retention rates is a testament to our commitment to our associates, their well-being and our deep-rooted values which stem all the way back to a different era when the company was founded by the Juedes family in 1960.

Embracing Growth and the Power of Continuous Learning

June 21, 2024

Regardless of where you are in your career, there are always growth opportunities. The key is to find an organization that encourages and supports these learning opportunities. Fox World Travel’s 3i Academy has been instrumental in my professional growth through industry training and continuous learning opportunities.

Expect More is our promise to you. Connect with us so we can get you the results you need.

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GBTA Conventionin CHICAGO, IL - aUGUST 3-5, 2026

ARE YOU ATTENDING?

Elevated Customer Experience: Expect More at Every Mile

VISIT US AT THE FOX BOOTH - #4215!

Meet Our Team Attending!

Executive Team

Audra Mead

Chief Culture Officer

Beth Marino

Chief Operating Officer

Chip Juedes

Chief Executive Officer

Megan Pruno

Chief Financial Officer

Sam Hilgendorf

Chief Information Officer

Vice Presidents

Mia Beltran

Vice President, Marketing & Customer Success

Mike Heck

Vice President, Supplier Solutions

Tina Husemoller

Vice President, Meetings and Incentives

Sales

Brianne Clark

Sales Director, Meetings and Incentives

Mary Jo Theimer

Global Sales Director

Sandra Miller

Global Sales Director

Tifani Jones

Sr. Director, Global Sales

Vivian Maxwell Smith, CCTE

Global Sales Director

Client Management

Gina Maylath, GTP

Global Client Solutions Manager

Jeff Saydah

Director of Global Client Solutions

Wanda Baumgartner, GTP

Global Client Solutions Manager

Fox-Hosted Education Session

2026 Fox Hosted Education Session

Leading from the Middle: A Playbook for Driving Enterprise Change

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