Insights on Navigating Net Zero As the corporate travel sector navigates sustainability, recent insights from Business Travel News Europe (BTN) highlight critical challenges on the road to net zero. Ami Taylor Associate Consultant at FESTIVE ROAD interviewed by Amon Cohen emphasised the importance of due diligence in addressing greenwashing, stating, "There’s just not enough to deliver the reductions we need, and that’s why alternative fuels shouldn’t be top of anyone’s list [for reducing emissions]." The piece explores SAF’s limitations in availability and sustainability challenges. Read more: SAF Power Struggles – BTN Article https://lnkd.in/gA8BiC4E In a further article by the BTN, Taylor stresses the importance of due diligence amidst growing scrutiny around greenwashing. She advises, "Definitely make sure you have the data to support any claims being made." Travel managers are encouraged to work closely with sustainability teams to ensure accurate messaging and avoid legal risks. Read more: Greenwashing: Flattering to Deceive – BTN Article https://lnkd.in/gAVd3RU7 Hear more from our Roaders, Ami Taylor and Sally Higgs exploring 'ESG at the Purposeful Core', Trend 2 in our Macroscope 2.0 Podcast Series: https://lnkd.in/gFA7evur We look forward to discussing these topics further at GBTA | Europe's upcoming third Sustainability Summit on 4 November 2024 in Copenhagen. #Sustainability #AviationFuel #CreateBetter
FESTIVE ROAD
Business Consulting and Services
The Consultancy On A Mission To Create Better Travel & Meetings Management
About us
FESTIVE ROAD is a global business consultancy on a mission to create better travel & meetings management. We are a purpose-led, people-first, performance-driven global consultancy. We support organisations in achieving purposeful travel and meeting programs that align with their stakeholders and company objectives.
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http://www.festive-road.com
External link for FESTIVE ROAD
- Industry
- Business Consulting and Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Global. London HQ with Roaders located across US, Europe & Asia Pac.
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2016
- Specialties
- Consulting, Engagement, Strategy, Procurement, Outsourcing, Travel, Meetings, and Purposeful
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Global. London HQ with Roaders located across US, Europe & Asia Pac., GB
Employees at FESTIVE ROAD
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Barbara A.
Outsourced Global Category Manager
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Michelle L. Lemire, MSMR
Strategic Insights Leader | Marketing Research, Customer Experience, Data Strategy
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Mike Orchard
Head of Performance at FESTIVE ROAD 🚀 Powering the only people first and purpose led company providing consulting and outsourcing services for…
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Cat Maxwell Smith, MSMR
Chief Research Strategist | Insights Collaborator | Paradigm Shifter | Lover of Onomatopoeias
Updates
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Enhancing Accessibility in Business Travel Programs Festive Road’s Louise Kilgannon, Head of Outsourcing, was recently invited by ITM | Institute of Travel Management to host a Buyer Knowledge Exchange session on Accessibility in Travel. As a purpose-led, people-first company, we are committed to creating a better industry by making corporate travel more inclusive for everyone. This event provided travel managers with invaluable insights into improving accessibility within their programs, driving positive change across the industry. Key Takeaways: • Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with HR, DE&I teams, and external organisations like the Business Disability Forum. • Leverage Internal Networks: Understand and address the specific needs of your travellers. • Review Language & Communication: Use inclusive language and accessible formats. Note that this may vary across different geographies. • Focus on Accommodations: Remove barriers, empowering all travellers. • Engage Suppliers: Ensure they understand and support your accessibility requirements. • Start the Conversation: Make small, meaningful changes and build over time. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) compliance is also critical for customer-facing technology in travel programmes. Prioritising accessibility goes beyond meeting legal standards; it’s about enriching the travel experience for everyone. For a deeper dive into these insights and more, check out our full article here: https://lnkd.in/grc2-9gh Louise commented, “The main takeaway from this session was about the importance of removing barriers for those travellers with accessibility requirements. It was great to hear about the measures taken by many of the companies on the buyer exchange session. For anyone unsure of where to start, there were plenty of tips on the right internal and external stakeholders to engage; you don’t have to be the foremost expert to get started.” Full notes from the session are available via the ITM website for members or join to access here: https://lnkd.in/gwRH3ASx #Accessibility #ITM #TravelManagement #Inclusion #WCAG
Enhancing Accessibility in Business Travel Programs
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Beep Beep! Here comes the FESTIVE ROAD fun bus! This week we're thrilled to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Michelle L. Lemire, MSMR who is now joining the Roaders Immortalised In Plastic (IIP). We are passionate about casting our net wide and finding talent to bring to the industry with unique and specialist skills… and that’s just what we did with Michelle. She is our Customer Insights guru and brings a completely unique take to collecting and evaluating traveller experience. Not only does she do this beautifully for our clients but she also helps us at Festive Road to ask the right questions of our clients and employees to make sure we really understand how they are feeling! We are so grateful to have Michelle onboard and can’t imagine Festive Road without her. #Roaderanniversary #CreateBetter #Immortalisedinplastic #FESTIVEROAD
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Catch this clip featuring our CEO Caroline Strachan, member of the GBTA Foundation's Board of Directors, explaining how the #GBTAAccelerationChallenge is set to impact sustainability in our industry. Being able to understand where you are today, is crucial to being able to drive a more sustainable tomorrow. Mark these dates: -Don’t miss the opportunity to complete the free GBTA | Global Business Travel Association Sustainability Maturity Assessment by 15th October. -Check out the unveiling of the state of the industry dashboard at the GBTA Sustainability Summit on 4th November. Let’s work together towards a greener future and #createbetter for our industry! #GBTAAccelerationChallenge #FestiveRoad #DrivingSustainability
Hear from Caroline Strachan, member of GBTA Foundation's Board of Directors, how the #GBTAAccelerationChallenge will help to drive a more sustainable future for business travel. ✅Maturity Assessment is live and you have until October 15th to complete it with your company or region ✅The state of the industry dashboard will be unveiled on November 4th at the GBTA Sustainability Summit in Copenhagen, Denmark [Sign-up now! https://lnkd.in/dFU78sK] Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/g_mJqeyC #sustainability #businesstravel #corporatetravel #travelmanager #corporateresponsibility #decarbonization
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Welcoming New Talent to Festive Road! At Festive Road, our purpose-led and people-first approach continues to drive our success in consulting and outsourcing services for global travel, meetings, and expense programs. We’re thrilled to introduce two new Roaders who are joining us to support our mission to create better: Meet Sarah-Wynne (Eppes) Argain A Special Programs Manager outsourced to our client in the US, Sarah-Wynne brings extensive experience from a distinguished career in travel. Most recently with BCD, Sarah-Wynne worked with high-profile clients like Apple, Netflix, and ITV Studios. Her expertise will play a crucial role in developing the global program for our client. Meet Elise Jalon Joining us as a Marketing Associate in Spain, EMEA, Elise brings a dynamic blend of experience in travel, meetings & events, and marketing. We’re excited to welcome Elise, whose entrepreneurial expertise and background in TMCs and B2B corporate marketing will be instrumental in driving our marketing initiatives forward. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Sarah-Wynne, and Elise! We’re excited about the energy and expertise they bring to our hive mind and look forward to their contributions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gWwfNKXb #NewRoaders #TravelManagement #Marketing #CreateBetter
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Exciting insights from the recent GBTA | Global Business Travel Association convention in Atlanta! Business travel is continuously evolving, with a strong focus on enhancing traveler experiences. Lora Ellis Head of Consulting at FESTIVE ROAD spoke with Mike Daly VP of Sales at Serko on the latest trends shaping the future of business travel. Discover how these trends are set to redefine the corporate travel experience here: https://lnkd.in/gRzKtQ6D To learn more about the trends referenced in the conversation and what we think is impacting the future of business travel and meetings, download your complimentary copy of the THE MACROSCOPE Report 2.0 here: https://lnkd.in/gxEdBX42 #Consultingviewpoint #businesstraveltrends #FESTIVEROAD”
THE MACROSCOPE 2.0
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Announcing a Role Expansion in our Consulting Practice 🎉 At Festive Road, we take pride in being a purpose-led, people-first company, and we’re thrilled to share the expansion of Abi Cummings' role within our Consulting practice. Throughout her 7 years at Festive Road, Abi has shared her expertise and innovative mindset, bringing significant value to our core pillars of People, Clients, and Performance. Her authentic and inquisitive nature has made her deeply respected among both our team, clients and suppliers alike. Lora Ellis, Head of Consulting commented, “We are incredibly proud of Abi for all she has achieved and for her contributions to Festive Road’s mission to Create Better for business travel and meetings management. Her expanded role to lead more projects in our Consulting practice is a testament to her unwavering dedication, and we are excited to see her continue to thrive in her new role. Congratulations, Abi on this well-deserved achievement. We look forward to seeing where your journey at Festive Road will take you next!” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvRAMstH #EmpoweringRoaders #CreateBetter
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Highlighting Two Outsourced Roaders: Our Hotel Category Manager and Ground Transportation Specialist We’re excited to shine a spotlight on Anu Kuchibhotla and Kristen Casillas, who have been making valuable contributions to the hive mind for the past several months. They’ve seamlessly integrated into our collective, bringing fresh ideas and energy to the team. Their impact has already been substantial, and we’re thrilled to have them as part of our mission to create better travel and meetings management. Louise Kilgannon, Head of Outsourcing commented “When we talk sourcing at FESTIVE ROAD, we don’t just mean your same-old, same-old. Anu & Kristen have made an instant impact to our client teams with their innovative approaches and incredible team spirit. They have taken advantage of our hive mind to broaden strategy discussions and push the boundaries. They are truly rewiring the way that we approach sourcing for our clients and we are looking on in awe!” We’re excited about the continued contributions of these talented Roaders and their role in driving success for our clients. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvqkBihT #RoaderSpotlight #hivemind #CreateBetter
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Who's ready for a busy September? The Roaders are hitting the road for a series of exciting events! @Jon Webster has attended Coupa Software Inspire, with more to come from our Roaders at the BTN Group Business Travel & Trends Forecast, Innovate, and GBTA | Global Business Travel Association Puget Sound — bringing our signature purple flair to each one. Whether you're at a session, networking, or exploring, keep an eye out for our team and our unmistakable purple backpacks! Let's discuss how we can #CreateBetter in travel consulting and make your business travel program shine. Jonathan Webster Meredith Smith Katie Virtue Lora Ellis See you on the road this September! #Roadersonthemove #CreateBetter #FESTIVEROADSpeakers
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It’s not just Monday, it’s Mon-Yay here at FESTIVE ROAD Towers (our entirely fictional abode) as we celebrate one whole year of Nicole Disarno! As customary after being a Roader for 12 months, Nicole has officially been Immortalised In Plastic, also known as ‘IIP’, a special tribute to her time with us. When it comes to all-things Communications, Nicole is your Go-To Roader, especially when you’re talking Meetings & Events. Creative, booksmart and writer extraordinaire, Nicole has brought so much flair to FESTIVE ROAD and we are excited to see what she does next in her journey with us! Thank you Nicole DiSarno, for the incredible value you add to our hive mind and supporting our FESTIVE ROAD mission to Create Better! #Roaderanniversary #CreateBetter #Immortalisedinplastic #FESTIVEROAD