Skift Global Forum—our flagship conference and the travel industry’s premier annual event—returns to New York City for its 12th year on September 16–18.
This year’s forum will once again bring together the industry’s top minds and boldest voices for three days of thought leadership, strategic insights, and unparalleled networking. As the most influential event in travel, Skift Global Forum is where the future of the sector is both imagined and shaped. It is more than just our flagship event—it’s also a critical gathering for those determined to lead travel forward in these complex and disruptive times.
“This is a world-class event and it showed. The production, networking, communication, app and catering were all top-notch.” – Skift Global Forum Attendee
A Look Back at 2024
Skift Global Forum has become the essential annual checkpoint for travel’s top minds. In 2024, we welcomed 960 in-person attendees from 60 countries, representing 819 companies across 18 different industries. Impressively, 71% of attendees were director-level or above (41% being VP level or above), reflecting the high caliber of decision-makers and leaders who choose Skift Global Forum as their go-to industry event.
“It was really great to be in person, love the disruptive questions, brilliant speakers, good mix of topics. Very well done!” – Skift Global Forum Attendee
Smarter Networking With Our New Event App
This year, we’re pushing the conversation further and going deeper into what’s next. In addition to new formats and exciting new participatory ways for attendees to meet at the event, we’re excited to introduce the Brella event app, a powerful tool designed to elevate your networking experience. With smart matchmaking based on your interests and goals, the new Skift Live event app makes it easier than ever to discover and connect with the right people—before, during, and after the event.
With AI-powered networking and curated matchmaking—the right people are never out of reach, and your time in New York is maximized for real impact.
Join the Conversation That Moves Travel Forward
The world isn’t waiting, and neither is the traveler. From CEOs of global brands to visionary founders and rising disruptors, join this exclusive gathering of 1,000 decision-makers to gain exclusive access to conversations that matter most to the travel world today. Whether it’s diving into new technology, staying ahead of evolving consumer behavior, or unpacking geopolitical and macroeconomic shifts, Skift Global Forum offers the agenda-setting discussions that define the year ahead.
“Awesome food, great venue, interesting educational content, and very good amount of network time vs education time. Overall a successfully organized event that I will attend again.” – Skift Global Forum Attendee
Skift Global Forum isn’t just a conference. It’s a catalyst. And this year, being part of the conversation isn’t optional—it’s essential. This September, it’s your turn to be in the room where it happens. Don’t miss the travel industry event of the year.
Get Your Tickets
Early Bird price of $2,695 (Solo) and $2,495 (Group) for a limited time only. Full-price tickets are $3,695 (Solo) and $3,245 (Group).