ABOUT THE GLOBAL AFFINITY ALLIANCE


Welcome to the 8th annual Global Affinity Alliance Global conference in historic Athen Greece.  You might be asking.  Why should I attend?  Why is so important as a member of the GAA to participate in this annual gathering? 

International Networking: The GAA Global Conference brings together professionals and companies from across the globe involved in logistics and freight forwarding. This presents an unparalleled opportunity to network with industry leaders, potential partners, and clients from different regions, fostering international collaborations and business opportunities.

Partnership Opportunities: The conference serves as a platform for members of the GAA network to connect and explore potential partnerships and collaborations. Whether you're seeking agents in new markets, looking for service providers to complement your offerings, or interested in forming strategic alliances, the conference facilitates meaningful discussions and interactions conducive to partnership building.

Visibility and Brand Exposure: Participating in a GAA Global Conference provides visibility and exposure for your company within the global logistics community. It offers a platform to showcase your expertise, services, and innovations to a targeted audience of industry professionals, potentially leading to new business opportunities, member referrals, and brand recognition.

Stay Updated on GAA Initiatives: Attending the GAA Global Conference allows members to stay informed about the alliance's initiatives, programs, and future direction. It offers a platform for members to provide feedback, contribute ideas, and actively participate in shaping the alliance's growth and impact within the logistics industry.

Cultural Exchange and Diversity: With attendees from various countries and backgrounds, the GAA Global Conference facilitates cultural exchange, diversity, and mutual understanding. Engaging with professionals from different cultural perspectives fosters a rich learning environment, promotes cross-cultural communication skills, and enhances global business acumen.

Attending a Global Affinity Alliance Global Conference offers a unique blend of networking opportunities, industry insights, professional development, and partnership potential tailored specifically to the logistics and freight forwarding community. It serves as a valuable investment in expanding your network, knowledge, and business reach on a global scale.

As a valued member of the Global Affinity Alliance, we hope to see all of you in attendance ready to mingle, socialize and most importantly make connections that will propel your company’s success.

AGENDA


Global Affinity Alliance Conference
8 - 11 OCTOBER 2024
Divani Caravel Hotel
Athens, Greece
Monday, 7 October 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
14:00 - 19:00 Registration/Information Lobby Suite (Lobby Level)
Tuesday, 8 October 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
10:00 - 20:00 Registration/Information Lobby Suite (Level 0)
13:00 Team Building Meet Meet at Divani Caravel Hotel’s Lobby Suite (Level 0)
13:30 - 17:00 Team Building offsite City of Athens
19:00 - 22:00 Welcome Cocktail Reception

Highlight video

(Please bring your country’s flag provided in the welcome pack)
Ilissos (C.L. Floor)
Wednesday, 9 October 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Registration / Information Foyer of Olympia - Convention Hall (Level CH)
09:00 - 10:00 New Member Breakfast
(Must Pre-Register)
Ilissos (C.L. Floor)
10:00 - 10:40 Morning Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
10:00 - 12:00 One-on-One Meetings Olympia Ballroom & Vergina Ballroom - Convention Hall (Level CH)
12:00 - 13:40 Lunch Fyllopolis - (Level 0) & Amalia - Convention Lobby (Level CL)
13:40 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings Olympia Ballroom & Vergina Ballroom - Convention Hall (Level CH)
15:00 - 15:40 Afternoon Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
18:30 Board Shuttle Bus to Dinner Venue Meet at Divani Caravel Hotel’s Lobby Suite (Level 0)
19:00 - 00:00 Dinner Gazarte
(Loft Room)
21:00 - 23:30 Casino Night Gazarte
(Stone Room)
21:00 - 00:00 Greek Party Gazarte
(Loft Room)
00:00 Board Shuttle Bus to Hotel Garzarte > Divani Caravel Hotel
Thursday, 10 October 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Information Desk Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
10:00 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings Olympia Ballroom & Vergina Ballroom - Convention Hall (Level CH)
10:00 - 10:40 Morning Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
12:00 - 13:40 Lunch Fyllopolis - (Level 0) & Amalia - Convention Lobby (Level CL)
15:00 - 15:40 Afternoon Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
Friday, 11 October 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Information Desk Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
10:00 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings Olympia Ballroom & Vergina Ballroom - Convention Hall (Level CH)
10:00 - 10:40 Morning Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
12:00 - 13:40 Lunch Fyllopolis - (Level 0) & Amalia - Convention Lobby (Level CL)
15:00 - 15:40 Afternoon Coffee Break Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
17:00 - 18:00 Closing Ceremony
(open bar)
Foyer of Olympia (Level CH)
17:00 End of Conference

PRICING


Delegate Fees
USD 1,250 /person

Your registration will not be complete until full prepayment for the conference fees have been received. In order to guarantee your attendance please ensure that you pay your conference fees immediately.

Accommodation

Start at USD 290/ room/night

Accommodation deadline is 13th September 2024

Disclaimer: The allotment is very limited, so we strongly recommend you book your hotel rooms with us immediately as the hotel will NOT have extra rooms.

Sponsor Packages

(all sponsor packages include ONE delegate registration)

  • Mobile App Sponsor: USD 3,000 (max. 3 sponsors)
  • Charging Station Sponsor: USD 3,900 (max 1 sponsor)
  • Wi-Fi Sponsor: USD 4,000 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Coffee Break Sponsor: USD 4,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Lanyard Sponsor: USD 4,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Backpack Sponsor: USD 4,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Lunch Sponsor : USD 6,000 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Team Building Sponsor: USD 6,150 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Greek Party Sponsor: USD 6,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Dinner Sponsor: USD 7,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Cocktail Reception Sponsor: USD 7,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
  • Casino Night Sponsor: USD 12,500 (max. 1 sponsor)
Deadline for sponsorship is Friday, 23 August 2024 at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Advertising

Full page

USD 295 for Color
Size: 210 mm(w) x 297 mm(h)
Deadline for advertising artwork in conference directory is Friday, 23 August 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Team Building Activities

Team Building Activities will be available and are included in the Delegate Registration Fee, but you must pre-register in the shopping cart!

Standard Booth


Booth and Sponsorship reservations will be available to WCAworld members
on Thursday, 22 September 2022, at 16:00 hrs (BKK time).
Remaining Booth and Sponsorship bookings will be open to all other networks (ie. Lognet Global, EGLN, and GAA)
on Thursday, 20 October 2022, at 16:00 hrs (BKK time).

This will give members a better chance to review costs and details for their planning purposes in advance.

USD 6,500 /booth

(booth dimensions: 3mW x 2mD)

Package
Price (USD) Inclusions

Column Branding
(limited to 4 Columns) USD 2,500

VIP Meeting Table
(limited to 8 tables) USD 3,500

Staircase Branding
(max 1) USD 5,000

SPONSOR PACKAGES


Coffee Break Sponsor

Dinner Sponsor

Greek Party Sponsor

Mobile App Sponsor

Mobile App Sponsor

Mobile App Sponsor

Wi-Fi Sponsor

Charging Station Sponsor

Team Building Sponsor

Backpack Sponsor

Lanyard Sponsor

Welcome Cocktail Sponsor

Casino Night Sponsor

REGISTRATION