CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
This Schedule is currently a work in progress and may be changed without notice as we build another great event.
8.30AM. – 3.00PM | GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 GOLF TOURNAMENT |
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Our 3rd Annual GNEX-ACOTUR Golf Tournament will be held at Iberostar Cancún Golf Club which boasts a fantastic location in the heart of the Cancun Hotel Zone. It is set between the Caribbean Sea and the mysterious Nichupté Lagoon and is surrounded by mangroves with abundant native plants and exotic animals.
The format will be a round of Best Ball, where 2 x Twosomes will navigate the course together and use the lowest score per hole within the Twosome, adjusted by handicap as they battle it out to be GNEX-ACOTUR 2023 Golf Tournament Champions. Limited Spaces available to registered attendees only. This is a separately ticketed event so CLICK HERE to purchase your spot! |
6.00PM – 7.00PM | UNOFFICIAL GATHERING @ KEMPINSKI CANCUN LOUNGE BAR |
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The drinks aren’t on us just yet, but for those staying at the hotel and want to find some attendees to hang out with, head over to the lounge bar at the Kempinski. |
9.00AM – 5.30PM | GNEX-ACOTUR NETWORKING LOUNGE |
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Join us in our Networking Lounge from 9AM where you can grab coffee and pastries while you hold pre-conference meetings, network and visit our Exhibit Booths and Tables ahead of our planned networking events below.
You can also visit our Registration Desk during this time to pick up your Delegate Badge(s). GNEX stands for Global Networking EXperience, and so the first day focuses heavily on networking to help everyone develop new relationships in our popular Networking Lounge where business deals are brokered, strategic partnerships are forged and new relationships are born. Attracting senior executives from Mexico, USA, Canada, Caribbean and beyond, your day will be filled with new opportunities to advance your business. |
9.45AM – 10.00AM | CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS & INTRODUCTIONS |
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Our resident Emcee will outline what’s coming up in our agenda over the next two days and invite ACOTUR to make some opening remarks ahead of the afternoon sessions. |
10.00AM – 11.00AM | 60-SECOND PITCH |
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Learn who’s who right at the start of the event to help with your networking! The 60-Second Pitch session gives one representative of each participating company the chance to take to the microphone for just 60-seconds to provide a fast elevator pitch about who they are and what their company does, so that members of the audience can make a quick note of who they want to meet during the conference, and put a face to the name so they can more easily find them.
Please Note: Participation is limited and provided on a first-to-register basis, so REGISTER NOW to secure your spot! |
11.00AM – 12.00PM | NETWORKING BREAK |
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Grab some refreshments in our Networking Lounge, hold meetings and visit our exhibitors. |
12.00PM – 1.30PM | THE BOARDROOM | |||
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Unique to GNEX, this compelling session is the “ultimate” meeting of minds. The audience gets a fly-on-the-wall experience as our C-Suite industry experts conduct a round-table discussion on trending topics that impact the vacation industry, and their opinions of what the future holds. | ||||
![]() SVP- Global Sales Operations & SVP-Field Operations – The Americas Marriott Vacations Worldwide |
![]() CEO Fidelis Marketing Group |
![]() Chairwoman Original Resorts |
![]() Executive Vice President Living Water Resorts |
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![]() President & CEO ARDA |
![]() CEO Marketing 4 Sunset Group |
![]() Chief Commercial Officer arrivia |
![]() President & CEO Perspective Group |
1.30PM – 2.30PM | NETWORKING LUNCH |
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Enjoy a light lunch in the Networking Lounge as you catch up with friends and network with attendees ahead of the afternoon sessions. |
2.30PM – 3.30PM | EXPO LIVE! | |||
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This session brings the Networking Lounge to the main stage where attendees can learn more about products and services that could help improve their business in these fast-paced 5-Minute mini-sessions. | ||||
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![]() COO Lloydshare Limited |
![]() Director, Business Development Vacation SafeGuard |
![]() Commercial Director YACHTVIBES |
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![]() Vice President Light |
![]() Chief Product Officer Vacation Innovations |
![]() President & CEO Catalyst |
![]() CEO SPI Software |
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![]() Portfolio Manager JJS Global |
![]() Account Executive Monterey Financial Services |
3.30PM – 4.30PM | KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: UNDER HUMAN CARE – ANIMAL WELFARE & TOURISM |
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![]() President Delphinus |
This impactful keynote will discuss conservation of the ocean, animal welfare, global warming, over fishing and the invasion of exotic species; all of which can have an impact on tourism.
The session will discuss trends in misinformation and the need for accurate scientific information to lead the conversation, and how you can participate in sustainable development and have a positive impact on society as you continue to build hotels and resorts. |
4.30PM – 5.30PM | SPEED NETWORKING |
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Participate in our fan-favorite networking session where you’ll meet one-on-one with around 30 delegates. Every speed meeting gives each delegate one minute to share more details about their business and exchange business cards. When you find a representative from a company you want to know more about, you can then arrange to meet again during the event.
Participants will also be able to enjoy our deluxe open bar during this event. |
6.00PM – 8.00PM | POOLSIDE PARTY @ KEMPINSKI |
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Enjoy an evening poolside with a gorgeous ocean backdrop at Kempinski Cancun. With premium drinks, delicious food and DJ you can continue to build relationships in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
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8.00AM – 4.30PM | NETWORKING LOUNGE OPEN |
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Our Networking Lounge is open throughout the day for you to hold meetings, visit exhibitors and grab refreshments. |
8.30AM – 9.00AM | MORNING MINDFULNESS |
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![]() Founder Advance Sports Technology |
Start day two with a 30 minute mindfulness session that will get you focused, relaxed, de-stressed ready to enjoy the day.
Studies suggest that mindfulness practices may help people manage stress, cope better with serious illness and reduce anxiety and depression. Many people who practice mindfulness report an increased ability to relax, a greater enthusiasm for life and improved self-esteem. |
8.30AM – 10.00AM | NETWORKING BREAKFAST |
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Start your day the right way with a beautiful full breakfast and plenty of time to hold meetings and visit exhibitors before the General Sessions begin. |
10.00AM – 10.30AM | GUEST SPEAKER: SAFE TRAVELS |
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![]() CEO & Founder Complete Threat Preparedness, Inc. |
Learn how to address the critical need for improved safety and emergency preparedness within the the hospitality community from an expert risk assessment firm whose clients the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, NASA, NORTHCOM, NORAD, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and more. |
10.30AM – 11.30AM | INTERNATIONAL SYNERGIES BETWEEN ASSOCIATIONS | |||
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Hear from senior execs from industry trade associations from Mexico, USA and Canada on similarities and differences across borders and how they can work together to combat industry issues and share industry data and best practices. | ||||
![]() President ACOTUR |
![]() CEO Royal Holiday |
![]() President & CEO ARDA |
![]() President & CEO CRTA |
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![]() President C.A.R.E. |
![]() Executive President ADEPROTUR |
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11.30AM – 12.30PM | NETWORKING BREAK |
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Grab some refreshments in our Networking Lounge, hold meetings and visit our exhibitors. |
12.30PM – 1.30PM | HOW TECHNOLOGY CONTINUES TO ELEVATE THE INDUSTRY | |||
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As technology evolves so does our customers dependance on it which impacts the expectations of their vacation experience. This session will provide details of how three companies use technology to not only innovate company processes but to deliver a superior customer experience. | ||||
![]() Government, Risk & Compliance Director Cybolt |
![]() Director of Innovation and Digital Transformation Sunset Group |
![]() Director of IT Unlimited Vacation Club |
1.30PM – 2.30PM | NETWORKING LUNCH |
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Enjoy a delicious lunch as you continue to network and catch up with friends and colleagues. |
2.30PM – 4.00PM | INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP: LEARNED OPTIMISM |
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![]() Founder Advance Sports Technology |
Can you learn to have a positive outlook? And if you could, how would that change your life?
Learned optimism is a concept from positive psychology’s founding father, Martin Seligman, where Jim Madrid received his Certificate of a Practitioner of Applied Positive Psychology. It argues that we can cultivate a positive perspective. With a more joyful outlook on life we’re in a much better position to enhance our wellbeing. This engaging workshop is about the learned optimism concept and its benefits, as well as how you can start to change your mindset and life. If you’d love to lead a life from a ‘glass half full with a splash of ice’ perspective, then you will not want to miss this workshop. |
6.30PM – 9.30PM | LLOYDSHARE FINALE PARTY |
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Join us for an exciting night at Montemar Steakhouse in Puerto Cancun for food, drinks and live entertainment! Transport will be available at 6PM from hotel lobby. Return transportation will be available at 10PM. Or stay later and keep the night going, then easily return by taxi at your own expense.
Sponsored by Lloydshare. |
8.30PM – 11.00PM | YACHTVIBES AFTER PARTY |
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Step outside of the Montemar restaurant and onto one of several luxury yachts moored in the Marina and continue your night with complimentary drinks and snacks at our After Party!
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