August 13, 2007 - Technology Seminars
Alexandria, Va., Aug. 13 , 2007 –This year THETRADESHOW (Sept. 9-11, Las Vegas) will feature a variety of technology seminars designed especially for the travel agent/agency at the Technology Pavilion located on THETRADESHOW floor. Technology seminars are offered each day of the THETRADESHOW. These seminars will cover everything from how to operate presentation and spreadsheet computer programs to how to build a Web site from scratch.
“Technology seminars provide an excellent opportunity for agents to learn about a variety of essential computer and Web site building programs in one place. This knowledge will serve them well after THETRADESHOW helping them to streamline their business operations,” says Bob Whitley, USTOA President.
Seminars focusing on technology education that have already been scheduled are:
EXCEL FUNdamental. Presented by Carol Fullmer. This seminar is for those who find it difficult to create spreadsheets. Agents will learn about formulas and how to use EXCEL functions like Autosum, AutoAverage and AutoFilter.
EXCEL-erate. Presented by Carol Fullmer. Agents will learn to kick it up a notch, have some fun and add to agent/agency productivity at the same time. Participants will explore auditing tools, learn to do more with data, make fabulous charts and cool looking reports and discover ways to impress clients while keeping it simple.
Front Page for the Travel Agent–Beginning. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar will include a demo of Front Page and an introduction on how to use Front Page to design and create a Web site. Agents will learn essentials like how a good Web site works, Web site dos and don’ts, and why certain sites attract more attention.
Front Page for the Travel Agent–Advanced. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. Participants should come ready to create their own Web sites as this seminar will cover everything from buying the domain name to posting on the Internet. Agents will learn how to create the very best Web site.
PowerPoint for Travel Agents - Beginning. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar includes a demo of PowerPoint and an introduction on how to use PowerPoint to create presentations that will increase productivity. Agents will learn the value of PowerPoint and the PowerPoint dos and don’ts.
PowerPoint for Travel Agents - Advanced. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar will walk each participant through the steps of creating a PowerPoint presentation. Agents will learn how to quickly create a PowerPoint “shell,” and how to add text, graphics and images.
IMAGE-ination. Presented by Carol Fullmer. Agents will learn how to add “wow” to their businesses with quick and easy Digital Image Management of photos and logos. Agents will learn how to organize, edit and enhance digital photos. They will learn to add photos and graphics to documents with ease and learn simple ways to share photos or those of clients on Web sites, newsletters and blogs. Participants will also learn how to use client photos to produce a CD movie with MovieMaker magic.
Sabre Cruises. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented by Tina Shaffer. Sabre''s new cruise booking tool allows agents to cross shop 13 leading cruise lines more efficiently than ever before. Participants will learn how to shop, compare and book their favorite cruise lines – all through one Web site. After attending this seminar, agents will know how to compare five sailings in a single display.
TripTailor. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented by Todd Johnson. Agents who attend this seminar will meet one of the industry''s newest tour operators. TripTailor brings Internet-competitive prices to more than 1,500 worldwide destinations. Discover just how easy it is to button up customized travel packages that earn big bucks.
VacationStudio. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented Vicki Sullivan. VacationStudio is the new leisure travel agent hotspot. Agents will learn how to use VacationStudio to get the best deals and make the most money – the best tours and cruises, all the top suppliers and more.
Travel professionals are encouraged to register now for the low price of $35. Those registering after Aug. 24 will pay $49.
THETRADESHOW is created and supported by the travel industry’s leading organizations, including: ACTA, Adventures in Travel Expo, AirTran, American Express, ASTA, ATA, CLIA, ETOA, IGLTA, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, NACTA, NBTA, NTA, Orlando Travel & Visitors Bureau, SATH, TourismCares, The Travel Institute, Travel Channel, Travel Industry Association of America, USA Today, USTOA and Vacation.com.
For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit THETRADESHOW.org.
THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) is a 3-day, in-depth networking and educational event. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW unites under one roof travel suppliers and buyers from all over the world, representing every segment of the travel and tourism industry. It is the trade show event for travel decision makers. For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit www.THETRADESHOW.org.
Contact: Kristina Rundquist/Jada Irwin 703-739-8710
pr@thetradeshow.org
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Alexandria, Va., Aug. 13 , 2007 –This year THETRADESHOW (Sept. 9-11, Las Vegas) will feature a variety of technology seminars designed especially for the travel agent/agency at the Technology Pavilion located on THETRADESHOW floor. Technology seminars are offered each day of the THETRADESHOW. These seminars will cover everything from how to operate presentation and spreadsheet computer programs to how to build a Web site from scratch.
“Technology seminars provide an excellent opportunity for agents to learn about a variety of essential computer and Web site building programs in one place. This knowledge will serve them well after THETRADESHOW helping them to streamline their business operations,” says Bob Whitley, USTOA President.
Seminars focusing on technology education that have already been scheduled are:
EXCEL FUNdamental. Presented by Carol Fullmer. This seminar is for those who find it difficult to create spreadsheets. Agents will learn about formulas and how to use EXCEL functions like Autosum, AutoAverage and AutoFilter.
EXCEL-erate. Presented by Carol Fullmer. Agents will learn to kick it up a notch, have some fun and add to agent/agency productivity at the same time. Participants will explore auditing tools, learn to do more with data, make fabulous charts and cool looking reports and discover ways to impress clients while keeping it simple.
Front Page for the Travel Agent–Beginning. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar will include a demo of Front Page and an introduction on how to use Front Page to design and create a Web site. Agents will learn essentials like how a good Web site works, Web site dos and don’ts, and why certain sites attract more attention.
Front Page for the Travel Agent–Advanced. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. Participants should come ready to create their own Web sites as this seminar will cover everything from buying the domain name to posting on the Internet. Agents will learn how to create the very best Web site.
PowerPoint for Travel Agents - Beginning. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar includes a demo of PowerPoint and an introduction on how to use PowerPoint to create presentations that will increase productivity. Agents will learn the value of PowerPoint and the PowerPoint dos and don’ts.
PowerPoint for Travel Agents - Advanced. Presented by Dottie Sutherland. This seminar will walk each participant through the steps of creating a PowerPoint presentation. Agents will learn how to quickly create a PowerPoint “shell,” and how to add text, graphics and images.
IMAGE-ination. Presented by Carol Fullmer. Agents will learn how to add “wow” to their businesses with quick and easy Digital Image Management of photos and logos. Agents will learn how to organize, edit and enhance digital photos. They will learn to add photos and graphics to documents with ease and learn simple ways to share photos or those of clients on Web sites, newsletters and blogs. Participants will also learn how to use client photos to produce a CD movie with MovieMaker magic.
Sabre Cruises. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented by Tina Shaffer. Sabre's new cruise booking tool allows agents to cross shop 13 leading cruise lines more efficiently than ever before. Participants will learn how to shop, compare and book their favorite cruise lines – all through one Web site. After attending this seminar, agents will know how to compare five sailings in a single display.
TripTailor. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented by Todd Johnson. Agents who attend this seminar will meet one of the industry's newest tour operators. TripTailor brings Internet-competitive prices to more than 1,500 worldwide destinations. Discover just how easy it is to button up customized travel packages that earn big bucks.
VacationStudio. Courtesy of Sabre Travel Network and presented Vicki Sullivan. VacationStudio is the new leisure travel agent hotspot. Agents will learn how to use VacationStudio to get the best deals and make the most money – the best tours and cruises, all the top suppliers and more.
Travel professionals are encouraged to register now for the low price of $35. Those registering after Aug. 24 will pay $49.
THETRADESHOW is created and supported by the travel industry’s leading organizations, including: ACTA, Adventures in Travel Expo, AirTran, American Express, ASTA, ATA, CLIA, ETOA, IGLTA, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, NACTA, NBTA, NTA, Orlando Travel & Visitors Bureau, SATH, TourismCares, The Travel Institute, Travel Channel, Travel Industry Association of America, USA Today, USTOA and Vacation.com.
For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit THETRADESHOW.org.
THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) is a 3-day, in-depth networking and educational event. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW unites under one roof travel suppliers and buyers from all over the world, representing every segment of the travel and tourism industry. It is the trade show event for travel decision makers. For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit www.THETRADESHOW.org.
Contact: Kristina Rundquist/Jada Irwin 703-739-8710
pr@thetradeshow.org
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