Travel Unity makes the world of travel welcoming for all people through innovative approaches to education, professional development, and community building.
Founded in 2016, we are an NY-based 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit.
EIN: 81-2999166
2026 Travel Unity Virtual Spring Summit
March 23-26th 12-2PM on Zoom
Click here for the Zoom link for all sessions.
Note: Only registrants will be entered into the prize drawing.
Questions? Email [email protected]
Thank you to our sponsors!
Monday, March 23
12:00–1:00 PM ET — Destinations Under Federal Pressure
Speakers:
Jaimee Hendrikson (Visit Saint Paul)
Melvin Tennant II (Meet Minneapolis)
1:00–2:00 PM ET — Association Pulse Checks
Speakers:
Vince Accardi (Ontario Motor Coach Association)
Thomas “TJ” Chernick (IGLTA Foundation)
Keith Henry (Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada)
Dona Regis-Prosper (Caribbean Tourism Organization)
Paul Van Deventer (Meeting Professionals International)
Tuesday, March 24
12:00–1:00 PM ET — Public Lands, Public Memory: American Stories at 250
Moderator:
Nikki Padilla Rivera (She Shapes History)
Speakers:
Dennis Arguelles (National Parks Conservation Association)
Timothy Leonard (National Parks Conservation Association)
Alan Spears (National Parks Conservation Association)
Sherry Rupert (American Indigenous Tourism Association)
1:00–2:00 PM ET — America, the Land I Still Love
Speakers:
Florian Herrmann (Herrmann Global)
Vincie Ho (RISE Travel Institute)
Mónica Patricia Luna Nuñez (CONPEHT)
Wednesday, March 25
12:00–1:00 PM ET — Innovation, Technology, and the Human Experience
Speaker:
David Doan (Member, Travel Unity Board of Advisors)
1:00–2:00 PM ET — The Future of the Travel Workforce
Speakers:
Sara Meaney (Coraggio Group)
Robin Gilbert-Jones (Skift Research)
Thursday, March 26
12:00–1:00 PM ET — Local Action: How Your Voice Drives Community Change
Speakers:
Tony Snell (Visit Milwaukee)
Josh Heinz (Visit Greater Palm Springs)
Carly Sincavitch (Legislative Director & Senior Advisor, Congressman Eric Swalwell)
1:00–2:00 PM ET — Caught in the Middle: Destinations in Uncertain Times
Speakers:
Lauren Bruggemans (Visit Greater Palm Springs)
Rondel Holder (NYC Tourism + Conventions)
Roz Stuttley (Choose Chicago)
Ka Vang (Meet Minneapolis)
What We Do
- We work with the travel industry to apply inclusive practices
- We expand access to opportunities in the travel industry
- We give people tools to make their communities more welcoming
How to Work With Us
Workshops & Training
Workforce Development
Join the Alliance
Invite Travel Unity facilitators to lead workshops and training sessions, or ongoing consulting.
Collaborate with TU on initiatives designed to introduce people to the travel industry.
Join a network of individuals and organizations committed to inclusion in the world of travel.
Get Certified
We offer individual certifications based on our Standards to ensure that all travel industry members are equipped with the knowledge and proficiency to make people of all backgrounds feel welcome.
TUIC
TDP
CDTP
The Travel Unity Individual Certificate (TUIC) is our baseline certificate, introducing the travel industry and inclusion in travel.
In the Travel DEI Practitioner (TDP) program, manager-level participants explore how to implement inclusion within their roles, including a capstone project and a 3-month check-in.
Certified DEI Travel Professionals have completed vetted DEI plans, based off of Travel Unity’s Standards, to implement within their organizations. Participants can also audit the two CDTP workshops: Inclusive & Equitable Leadership and Creating a Strategic DEI Action Plan.
Certificate Testimonials
TUIC Testimonials
“It was an absolute honor to be a part of [TUIC]!
It was an excellent start for us to be more aware, considerate, and welcoming to all. I particularly enjoyed the live session and discussing the questions presented to us in the chat rooms. It’s always fascinating to hear others’ perspectives on the material or questions, as it helps us to open our minds to other aspects as it relates to someone else. It can only broaden our horizons and help us to be welcoming to all.”
Margo DeRouchie
National Sales & Business Development Director Pennsylvania’s Americana Region Vistors Bureau Reading & Berks County, PA
TDP Testimonials
“I couldn’t recommend Travel Unity more highly. The [TDP] coaches provide an incredible learning platform and a safe space that expanded my personal knowledge, as well as enabled greater commitment to personal and business action to create a safer workplace where every team member and every stakeholder feels welcome.“
“Thank you for facilitation and pushing us out of our comfort zones. DEI topics can be very tricky, sensitive and difficult and your approach is very manageable and welcoming.”
“I would definitely recommend this program, not only to learn about various DEI concepts, but also to listen to what other DMOs are doing as it relates to DEI policies and procedures.“
CDTP Testimonial
“CDTP was an awesome experience and I’m so happy I was able to participate. I haven’t learned all the answers but I now understand the questions. Wish my whole team could participate.”
Karen Trevino, CDTP
President & CEO
North Little Rock Tourism
North Little Rock, AR
Sign The Pledge
We believe travel should be a source of connection and understanding for everyone. But this vision requires action. Sign this pledge and commit to making travel more inclusive and accessible for people of all backgrounds and abilities. Your signature is a step towards a more welcoming world.
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