Future Leaders in Travel, powered by TravelAge West, is excited to announce that they are now accepting travel advisor applications for the event, taking place at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel in Anchorage, Alaska, Sept. 21-24, 2025.
Future Leaders is a fresh event for the next generation, dedicated to connecting travel buyers between the ages of 22 and 40 with travel sellers.
“Every year, we receive applications from very impressive and accomplished advisors, looking to take their careers to the next level. This year is no different,” said Jacquie Hurst, director of trade recruitment and engagement, Travel Weekly and TravelAge West Events. “There’s so much passion and innovation in the applications we receive, and it’s truly inspiring to see it come to life at the event.”
During the four-day event, advisors and suppliers will build authentic relationships through collaborative content sessions, one-on-one meetings, outdoor activities, and social events full of local flare. Education focuses on professional development and provides insights on how this generation will influence the future of our industry. Attendees leave Future Leaders with both new ideas for conducting business and professional relationships for life.
Candidates for Future Leaders demonstrate ambition, drive and passion for the industry. They’re excited about impacting the future of travel and inspired by finding completely new and innovative ways to sell travel.
To be considered for the event, advisors must provide details on annual bookings and industry experience, in addition to supplying one industry reference with contact details. Accepted participants are fully hosted and receive access to all event programming, including meetings with supplier participants. Learn more about the event and complete an application by visiting www.futureleadersintravel.com.
A limited number of 2024 participants have been selected to return as Guides for the 2025 event. These advisors were chosen based on their achievements and enthusiasm for the event’s purpose. During the event, Guides help first-time participants navigate this opportunity, ensuring attendees get the most out of the conference. They also contribute to the educational content by hosting or moderating workshops and panels, and facilitating discussions.
Guides for the 2025 event include, Kendra Barber, Roundtrips and Romances; Jessica Brown, SmithBrown Signature Travel; Kristi Campbell, Travel Journey KC; Janel Carnero, Embark Collective; Mallory Dumond, Travelmation; Gabrielle Estel, Travel Leaders; Kristin Hancock, Bright Lift Travel; Lita Harris, Leisure by Lita; Brianna Hughes, Vacations by Bri; Same Johnson, Prescription Travel; Rebecca Lowe, A Pair of Ears Travel; Melanie Rodriguez, Life is Better Traveling; Candice Roquette, Embrace the Journey Travel; Natalia Yepes, Adventuresque Travel Boutique. Learn more about them here.
Supplier participants range from air, cruise, and destinations to hotels and resorts, professional services, and tour operators. View a full participant list here. Suppliers interested in participating can review participation levels and reach out to Matt Hatch (mhatch@ntmllc.com) or Emmy Morales (emoralees@ntmllc.com) for more details.
