Friday 30th April, 2004
19:30             Welcome Buffet at the Doha                         Diplomatic Club
Saturday 1st May, 2004

09:00 - 11:30  Annual General Meeting Salwa Ballroom, Doha Sheraton For World Travel & Tourism Council Members only		Vincent A. Wolfington Chairman & CEO Carey International & Chairman, WTTC   Akbar Al Baker CEO, Qatar Airways & Chairman, Qatar Tourism Authority
09:00 - 14:00  Registration for Summit Lobby of Doha Sheraton
12:00 - 13:45  Buffet Lunch The Al Dafna Hall, Doha Sheraton
14:00 - 14:15  Hosts of the Summit Al Majlis room, Doha Sheraton

Over the past year, the series of crises that affected Travel & Tourism highlighted the importance of the industry for creating jobs, generating export revenue and for bringing people together.

Going forward, there is a need for all stakeholders, government, private sector, host communities and the media to collaborate to drive change that will ensure the sustainable and profitable growth of our industry.

The 4th Global Travel & Tourism Summit will provide the forum at which the most influential people in the industry will discuss priorities for change and how best to make them happen.

Jean-Claude Baumgarten President, WTTC

Increasingly, people are losing faith in the political leaders of our world. They doubt the legitimacy of business enterprises and even the honesty of those who are assumed to be objective presenters of the facts. While a new rage of frustration is spreading, we are fast approaching the beginning of a new renaissance. As one of the world’s most important industries, we have a fundamental role to play. But first we must be convinced that we are part of the solution. How will we formulate our offer to the world and realize the very vision and dreams that our industry was founded upon?

Moderator: Nik Gowing Presenter, BBC World	The world of Travel & Tourism does not operate in isolation. Not only does it have a huge impact on many other sectors of the economy; it is also affected by trends in economic, political and social developments worldwide. In this session, well-known commentators will present the trends that are shaping the future and the impact they will have – on the global economy and political environment, as well as on consumer lifestyles and aspirations.
• Jihad Ballout, Communications and Media Manager, Al-Jazeera • Peter Greenberg, Travel Editor, NBC; Chief Correspondent, Discovery Networks/The Travel Channel • Eric Lecourt, Editor in Chief, Le Figaro • Arnie Weissmann, Editor in Chief, Travel Weekly - USA

Gene Sperling Former White House Economic Advisor     Moderator: Nik Gowing Presenter, BBC World	There is a plethora of forecasts suggesting that 2004 will show a return to growth for the US and other major economies, boding well for Travel & Tourism and its much needed recovery from 9/11, Iraq War, SARS, terrorism and poor economics. This session, will attempt to separate the reality from the hype and determine if there is sustainable fuel for this growth or simply wishful thinking.

Ian Davis Managing Director McKinsey & Company     Moderator: Peter Greenberg Travel Editor, NBC Chief Correspondent, Discovery Networks/The Travel Channel

CEO Mission Impossible? The unprecedented challenges faced by Travel & Tourism organizations over the past few years have led to a new style of decision-making in board rooms, business management and global communications. These behaviours are wiping out the risk averse and putting forward ‘real entrepreneurs’. What are the factors defining the competitive edge of these new leaders? And how will they shape the future of Travel & Tourism across the world?

19:30               "Arabian Nights" Reception & Gala Dinner at the Doha Golf Club