LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT | Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET
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Your 2027 Strategy Starts Here
$49 Per Attendee
⁍ Access to the live, three-hour virtual workshop
⁍ Expert-led education and business strategy sessions
⁍ Full session recording available
Meet Your Speakers
Meredith Calloway
Chief Growth Officer
Meredith Calloway is co-founder of Gifted Travel Network and original founder of Global Institute for Travel Entrepreneurs (GIFTE), the sister company to GTN that was sunset in 2021. The founding mission of both is to help people monetize a passion for travel, a mission Meredith remains committed to today. She brings 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience and a background as a Wall Street analyst to her work at Gifted Travel Network. A bestselling author, host of The Travel Business Unpacked podcast, and sought-after speaker, she is recognized across the industry as a thought leader in travel entrepreneurship — helping advisors build businesses rooted in both passion and strategy.
Alvin Adriano
Vice President, Professional Development
Alvin Adriano, Vice President of Professional Development at Gifted Travel Network, brings over 20 years of experience spanning travel agency ownership, industry leadership, and professional development, including his work with ASTA. At GTN, he focuses on empowering advisors with the tools, resources, mentorship, and strategic insights to build profitable, sustainable businesses. A frequent speaker at industry events and webinars, Alvin shares practical perspectives on entrepreneurship, advisor growth, and the evolving travel industry.
Meghann Bjarnesen
Vice President, Advisor Success
Meghann Bjarnesen is Vice President of Advisor Success at Gifted Travel Network. She brings a background in operations from Fortune 5 healthcare, along with experience in leadership and operational consulting, to her work helping travel advisors build sustainable businesses that align with their values. She is the co-founder and former co-owner of Besté Travel Design, a GTN-hosted agency, and lives in Detroit, Michigan.
Mary Pingpank Clifford
Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Partnerships
Mary Pingpank Clifford is Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Partnerships at Gifted Travel Network, bringing more than 20 years of luxury travel experience. She leads GTN’s preferred partner strategy and marketing initiatives, elevating advisor visibility and creating commercial opportunities across the network. A New Yorker based in Chicago, Mary is a cruise enthusiast who values immersive, authentic cultural travel.
What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't a lack of clarity?
When you don’t take the time to map out the year ahead, you fall into the same rut, year after year. But when you do, you get the opportunity to challenge your decisions, question your approach, and discover whether you have the right resources, relationships, and support to get where you want to go.
This three-hour workshop is about holding up the mirror and asking the tough questions.
We'll dive into real numbers, industry benchmarks, and luxury market insights to help you see where you stand, uncover opportunities, and rethink what's possible for your business.
Here's what you'll walk away with:
⁍ A Reality Check: Understand how your business measures up against key industry and luxury market benchmarks.
⁍ A Luxury Market Perspective: Discover why luxury presents powerful opportunities for greater profitability and sustainable growth.
⁍ Four Steps to Compete in Luxury: Learn what it takes to position yourself, attract the right clients, and build stronger partnerships.
⁍ A Fresh Perspective: Identify what's holding you back and whether your current foundation supports your ambitions.
The biggest opportunity for 2027 might not be working harder. It might be rethinking where you need to grow.
GOT QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions
01Will the workshop be recorded?
Yes! The workshop will be recorded. We encourage you to attend live to get the most out of the interactive experience. Recording access will be available to registered attendees after the event.
02Do I have to be a travel advisor to attend?
No! While this workshop is designed for established travel advisors, anyone interested in learning more about building and growing a successful travel business is welcome to attend.
03Do I have to be a member of Gifted Travel Network to attend?
Not at all! Mapped Out is open to travel advisors from any host agency. You do not need to be affiliated with Gifted Travel Network to participate.
04Is this a live or pre-recorded workshop?
Mapped Out is a live, interactive virtual workshop taking place on November 12 from 1-4 PM ET.
05What is the cancellation policy?
All ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. If you're unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another person. Attendees are responsible for finding a replacement and coordinating the transfer.
What is Gifted Travel Network?
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Gifted Travel Network is a boutique host agency for luxury travel advisors, based in Mooresville, North Carolina. As a proud member of Virtuoso®, the world’s leading luxury travel network, we give our advisors access to top hotels, cruise lines, destination experts, and experience providers, along with elite status at the world’s leading hotel brands. What sets us apart is Travel Business University, our education and mentorship program that helps advisors build profitable, sustainable businesses, whether they’re just starting out, moving into luxury, or growing an established practice. Add in responsive support, business tools, competitive commissions, and a community of collaborative advisors, and GTN gives ambitious travel entrepreneurs everything they need in one place.
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