PhoCusWright Conference

Center Stage Sessions

Opening Monologue: Part I

Philip C. Wolf, President and CEO, PhoCusWright Inc.

Executive Roundtable: 2009 Travel Innovation Summit Finalists Reunion

Denis Lacroix, Vice President, Product Development, Sales and e-Commerce Platforms, Amadeus IT Group S.A.

Joost Schreve, Founder and CEO, GlobalMotion Media Inc.

Jordan Stolper, Co-Founder and CEO, gliider

Matt Hauser, Vice President, Technology Sales, Translations.com

Moderated by

Bob Offutt, Senior Technology Analyst and Editorial Director, Innovation Edition, PhoCusWright Inc.

Norman L. Rose, Senior Technology and Corporate Market Analyst, PhoCusWright Inc.

Keynote: HomeAway

Brian Sharples, Co-Founder and CEO, HomeAway Inc.

Talkback (15 min): Industry peers lead Q&A

Erik Hovanec, CEO, LeisureLink Inc.

Julian Castelli, CEO, VacationRoost.com

Executive Interview: Kayak

Steve Hafner, Co-Founder and CEO, Kayak.com

One-on-one interview with

Cathy A. Schetzina, Director, Communications and Senior Research Analyst, PhoCusWright Inc.

Break: Cake Calls

Coffee and snacks are served in the Exhibitor and Innovator Showcase, a central point for attendees, speakers, and sponsors to meet, relax, and discuss the afternoon's highlights.

Five Minutes of Fame: Runner-Up (1 of 3)

The runners-up from Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit present their innovations.

Benjamin Jost, Co-Founder and Managing Director, TrustYou

Executive Interview: Orbitz Worldwide and Travelocity Global

Barney Harford, President and CEO, Orbitz Worldwide Inc.

Hugh Jones, President and CEO, Travelocity Global

Two-on-two interview with

Carroll Rheem, Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Lorraine Sileo, Vice President, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Keynote: TravelPost.com

Richard N. Barton, Chairman, TravelPost (also, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Zillow and Expedia's founder and first CEO)

Talkback (15 min): Industry peers lead Q&A

Barrie Seidenberg, President and CEO, Viator Inc.

Larraine Voll Morris, Vice President, Global eDistribution, Marriott International Inc.

Keynote: Travelport

Jeff Clarke, President and CEO, Travelport Inc.

Talkback (15 min): Industry peers lead Q&A

Flo M. Lugli, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Wyndham Hotel Group

Philippe Chérèque, Executive Vice President, Commercial, Amadeus IT Group

Five Minutes of Fame: Finalist (1 of 4)

The travel industry's four hottest, most innovative Web- and mobile-based applications – selected by the audience of Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit – present their innovations. A blue ribbon-panel of judges will select one winner.

Stewart Elliot, Director, Travel, Americas, Kony Solutions Inc.

Executive Interview: TripAdvisor

Stephen Kaufer, President and CEO, TripAdvisor

One-on-one interview with

Philip C. Wolf, President and CEO, PhoCusWright Inc.

Online Conference Wrap-up

David Juman, Online Conference Moderator, PhoCusWright Inc.

Douglas Quinby, Senior Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Eugene Quinn, President and CEO, Tnooz and Chairman, PhoCusWright Inc.

Susan Steinbrink, Senior Research and Corporate Market Analyst, PhoCusWright Inc.

Center Stage Gala Party

The party that travel's "A-list" will be talking about tomorrow! Don't miss the fun or the unrivaled networking opportunity. "Shake it" as you connect with the industry's movers and shakers. Your badge is required for admission.

Courtesy of HomeAway and The Westin Kierland.

Chef’s Table at The PhoCusWright Conference

(Exclusively by invitation only)

A fabulous evening is planned including superb food
and wine, stimulating conversation and a few surprises.

The Young Leaders Summit: After-Hours

(Exclusively for The Class of 35)

Cocktails are served! Take a break from business (or not) and enjoy a few drinks with your newfound friends from across the industry.

PhoCusWright Reception Desk Open for Center Stage

Register or check in, and collect your conference materials. PhoCusWright Reception is the go-to spot for all your needs.

Breakfast: The Finale

Stock up on energy in preparation for another day immersed in the travel industry's hottest issues and trends.

The New Media Summit Town Hall Breakfast

(Exclusively for press and accredited bloggers)

Join PhoCusWright's analysts for open, candid conversation and Q&A. Network and exchange ideas with fellow bloggers and journalists.

Innovator and Exhibitor Showcase

Meet with the exhibitors and The Travel Innovation Summit demonstrators one on one. And be sure to visit the AOL Buzz Bar for a refreshment at any time!

Center Stage Sessions

Opening Monologue: Part II

Philip C. Wolf, President and CEO, PhoCusWright Inc.

Executive Roundtable: Street Talk. VC Talk. PE Talk.

Mark S. Mahaney, Managing Director, Internet Research, Citigroup Investment Research

Matt McIlwain, Managing Director, Madrona Venture Group LLC

Patricia Nakache, General Partner, Trinity Ventures

Paul Keung, Managing Director, Head of Asia Equity Research, Oppenheimer Investments Asia Limited

Moderated by

Jake Fuller, Senior Research Analyst, Finance and Analytics, PhoCusWright Inc.

Keynote: Groupon

Rob Solomon, President and COO, Groupon Inc.

Talkback (15 min): Industry peers lead Q&A

Brendan Murphy, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer, TripAlertz.com

Tahnee Perry, Director, Event Sales and Marketing, PhoCusWright Inc.

Five Minutes of Fame: Finalist (2 of 4)

The travel industry's four hottest, most innovative Web- and mobile-based applications – selected by the audience of Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit – present their innovations. A blue ribbon-panel of judges will select one winner.

Aaron Gowell, Founder and CEO, SilverRail Technologies

Keynote: Razorfish

Pete Stein, President, East, Razorfish Inc.

Talkback (15 min): Industry peers lead Q&A

Clayton Reid, President and Managing Partner, MMG Worldwide

Sarah Kennedy Ellis, Manager, Social Media Product Marketing, Sabre Holdings Corporation

Executive Roundtable: Courting Chaos – The Conference Theme Comes To Life

Alok Deshpande, Co-Founder and Chief Software Architect, Loopt Inc.

Erin Defosse, Director of Product Strategy, Bazaarvoice

Evan Korzon, Vice President, Cities and Tourism, SCVNGR

Kevin May, Editor, Tnooz - Talking Travel Tech

Moderated by

Douglas Quinby, Senior Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Five Minutes of Fame: Runner-Up (2 of 3)

The runners-up from Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit present their innovations.

Alex Mashinsky, Founder and CEO, GroundLink

Break: Caffeine and Connections

Grab a quick bite before tracking down that final person on your "must see" list, or close the deal over a cup of joe.

Five Minutes of Fame: Runner-Up (3 of 3)

The runners-up from Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit present their innovations.

David Tossell, CEO, CruiseLabs

Executive Interview: Expedia

Dara Khosrowshahi, President and CEO, Expedia Inc.

One-on-one interview with

Carroll Rheem, Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

MassiveGood - An Innovative Approach In The Corporate Social Responsibility World

Jean-Louis Richard, COO, Millennium Foundation for Innovative Finance for Health

Executive Roundtable: Public Spotlight On Private Sale

Andrew Patterson, Founder and CEO, Jetsetter (a member of Gilt Groupe)

Ben Fischman, CEO, Rue La La

Drew Marich, CEO, Luxury Link LLC

Gilles Talec, U.S. CEO, Voyage Prive

Laurent Vernhes, President and CEO, Tablet Inc.

Moderated by

Carroll Rheem, Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Five Minutes of Fame: Finalist (3 of 4)

The travel industry's four hottest, most innovative Web- and mobile-based applications – selected by the audience of Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit – present their innovations. A blue ribbon-panel of judges will select one winner.

Adam Goldstein, Co-Founder and CEO, Hipmunk Inc.

Roundtable: U.S. Carriers Making News -- Déjà vu and Some Things New

Cory Garner, Director of Distribution Strategy, American Airlines Inc.

John Gustafson, Director, Distribution Strategy, US Airways Inc.

Robert McDowell, Managing Director, Distribution and eCommerce, United Airlines Inc.

Moderated by

Douglas Quinby, Senior Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Five Minutes of Fame: Finalist (4 of 4)

The travel industry's four hottest, most innovative Web- and mobile-based applications – selected by the audience of Tuesday's (November 16) Travel Innovation Summit – present their innovations. A blue ribbon-panel of judges will select one winner.

Mark Watkins, Co-Founder and CEO, goby Technologies Inc.

Executive Interview: Priceline

Jeffery H. Boyd, President and CEO, Priceline.com Inc.

One-on-one interview with

Lorraine Sileo, Vice President, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Epilogue and PhoCusWright Travel Innovation Summit Winner Announcement

Don't miss the announcement of the 2010 "PhoCusWright Travel Innovation Summit Winner" award! The winner is determined by the following judges:

• James Davidson, President and CEO, Farelogix Inc.


• Jay Habegger, Co-Founder and CEO, OwnerIQ Inc.


• Terrell Jones, Managing Principal, Essential Ideas and Founder and Former CEO, Travelocity.com


• Mike Kistner, CEO, Pegasus Solutions Inc.


• Bill McAleer, Managing Director, Voyager Capital


• Michael McCormick, Executive Director and COO, National Business Travel Association Inc.


• Matt McIlwain, Managing Director, Madrona Venture Group LLC


• Timothy Mullaney, Journalist


• Mark Okerstrom, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, Expedia Inc.


• Debu Purkayastha, Principal, Corporate Development, M&A, Google Inc.


• Josh Steinitz, CEO, NileGuide


• Joseph Strodel, Director, Corporate and Foundation Affairs, Office of External Affairs, Cornell University School of Hotel Administration


• Edward Williams, Partner, Brook Venture Fund

Philip C. Wolf, President and CEO, PhoCusWright Inc.

Online Conference Wrap-up

David Juman, Online Conference Moderator, PhoCusWright Inc.

Douglas Quinby, Senior Director, Research, PhoCusWright Inc.

Eugene Quinn, President and CEO, Tnooz and Chairman, PhoCusWright Inc.

William Carroll, Senior Hotel and Lodging Analyst, PhoCusWright Inc.

Late Lunch

Stop for a late lunch before heading to the airport, or relax on the terrace and linger. Reflect on the day's events – and enjoy the view. Don't forget to bring your sunglasses!

Please note: The program is subject to change without notice.

Location: Conference sessions during The Travel Innovation Summit and Center Stage events generally take place in the in the Theater in the Grand Ballroom of The Westin Kierland in Phoenix, Arizona. Other session locations are noted.



Hours: The conference will commence and continue punctually. Please take your seats early. The doors to the Grand Ballroom and Exhibitor and Innovator Showcase will open at breakfast each day, and will remain open throughout each event until the end of the program.



Dress: You are welcome at all conference sessions and receptions to dress however you feel most comfortable.



Credentials: Your badge with your photo is your ticket into all conference activities (sessions, exhibitions, meals and receptions) and must be worn at all times. Badges are not transferable.



Speaker Presentations: All sessions will be available on-demand at My Conference through May 31, 2011.