New Travel Industry Event The Biz Huddle Shines Light on Advisors

Image: 2025's The Biz Huddle meeting. (Photo Credit: Brio Photography)
Image: 2025's The Biz Huddle meeting. (Photo Credit: Brio Photography)
Belvin Baldwin II
by Belvin Baldwin II
Last updated: 9:20 AM ET, Wed July 30, 2025

WHY IT RATES: The first annual conference gave travel agents the chance to grow their business through networking and advice.—Donald Wood, News Editor.


If you're a travel advisor who skipped The Biz Huddle this year, here's the truth: you missed more than a conference—you missed a movement. While most travel events are vendor-heavy and product-focused, The Biz Huddle was all about you, the entrepreneur behind the bookings. The inaugural event in Austin, TX, wasn't just inspiring; it was a masterclass in execution, transformation, and tangible results.

The first annual Biz Huddle, held July 22–25, 2025, in Austin, Texas, proved to be a game changer for the travel advisor community. From the moment founder Courtnie Nichols took the mic, it was clear this wasn't your average industry event. Her words hit home:

"Leaving here inspired is the bare minimum. Inspiration is easy. What I really want is for you to take action... to go home and put what you learned into motion, so your business doesn't just stay the same—it grows."

Unlike the typical supplier-led trade shows, The Biz Huddle is a business mastermind laser-focused on the growth of travel agencies. And when agencies grow, suppliers win too.

This year's lineup of trainings included sessions like:

  • Systems & Automation
  • Sales Funnels That Convert
  • Building Your Team's Core
  • AI in Your Business
  • Financial Health for Entrepreneurs
  • SEO Power Hour
  • and a wildly popular session on passive income strategies—including one shockingly simple way advisors are already sitting on five-figure opportunities.

Attendees weren't just passively listening—they were actively implementing. Laptops open, minds sharp, travel professionals were applying lessons in real-time. The speakers? Not only award-winning experts, but also practitioners with a proven track record of scaling businesses across multiple industries. And they didn't disappear after their session—they stayed, mingled, answered questions, and mentored attendees one-on-one.

"This week reminded me that great businesses aren't built on autopilot—they are built on intention," said "Melisa Keiser of Carmel Travel Company in Carmel, Indiana. "The Biz Huddle pushed me to take a hard look at how I run my business and sparked fresh ideas I can't wait to implement."

"This is exactly what I've been searching for. There's literally nothing else like The Biz Huddle in the travel industry," added Patty Zesut of Exemplary Travel Advisors in Houston, Texas.

"So grateful to have attended this event," said Emily Miller of Lark Song Travel in Austin, Texas. "Not only did it change the way I think about my business, but I was honored to be in the room with all of these high-caliber advisors and speakers. Can't wait until 2026!"

The vibe? Electric. The value? Next level. Travel suppliers and consortia sponsors in attendance also seized the opportunity to connect with high-performing advisors in an authentic, meaningful way—something traditional booths can't deliver.

And the best part? This was just the beginning.

Don't Miss Next Year

The 2026 Biz Huddle will take place in Nashville, TN, and word is, it's going to sell out fast. Attendance is capped and curated, with priority access going to this year's attendees. If you're a seasoned travel advisor ready to elevate your business, visit www.thebizhuddle.com and join the waitlist now.

Limited spots. Unlimited potential.

SOURCE: The Biz Huddle press release.


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Belvin Baldwin II is the owner of Showtime Travel, an award-winning luxury travel agency. With a focus on busy professionals, Belvin designs unforgettable vacations, allowing clients to simply show up and enjoy. 

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