FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

“I took so much out of seminars, not only learning more about Gatemaster and how they do business, but all the people that they put in their circle. And I learned so much about myself as a business person and so much about the different people that are here.”

“There were so many amazing speakers. They all were really coming from the heart, trying to make sure that they were empowering not only the clients and the customers that we support, but also the employees or colleagues as now we know that we should call them.”

“There are so many amazing gems and really great takeaways. My biggest take away here was really the networking. The opportunity to learn, connect and engage, and really have an opportunity to have conversations with people who are in different areas of business, who we can synergize with, who we can feed off of, but also who we can pour into.”

Most conferences give you a badge and a bag. We give you a 48-hour blueprint.

If you are struggling with:

• Operational Friction: Guest entry bottlenecks and outdated restroom standards that damage your brand.
• Tech Silos: Disconnected systems that don’t speak the same language, causing lost revenue and manual workarounds.
• Messaging & Data Blindness: Financial chaos and marketing that fails to cut through the noise.

…Then the GT Summit is where you solve it.”

This is our second annual GT Summit, and we are building on last year’s overwhelming success to deliver an even more powerful, two-day event. While the Summit format is new, we bring a rich history of successful, high-value gatherings, including our popular “Gear Up Parties” (100+ attendees) and the acclaimed “Live with Sondra” series, which has hosted over 60 influential guests like Jakob Wahl and our 2026 Keynote, Ruby Newell-Legner!

You aren’t just attending an event; you’re joining a proven tradition of excellence.

Exclusivity: We’ve designed the Summit for focused impact, not massive crowds. We intentionally cap in-person attendance at only 40 seats. This ensures you experience focused, high-level connection, deep interaction, and meaningful conversations—not just passive listening.

Our audience is not just showing up—they’re showing up to work.

Our attendees are composed of serious attraction leaders and decision-makers who are actively seeking strategies to implement immediately in their businesses. While we cannot guarantee post-event business, the format, exclusive attendance cap, and the caliber of participants are specifically designed to foster high-level, actionable connections and collaborations.

The insights shared in these sessions will also be used in future educational programs, extending the impact of the content long after the event ends.

As a featured speaker, you are more than a presenter—you are a cornerstone of the GT Summit experience. In recognition of your time and expertise, we provide a comprehensive Speaker Success Package designed to amplify your reach and ensure a seamless experience.

 Exclusive Speaker Benefits

• Complimentary VIP Access: Your full event registration is waived (a $499 value!), giving you all-access entry to every session, keynote, and official networking event.
• Full Hospitality: Enjoy all hosted meals and refreshments throughout the conference alongside our community of innovators.
• Thought Leadership & Visibility: Establish yourself as an industry authority. Your session will be promoted across our marketing channels, including social media, email campaigns, and the official GT Summit workbook.
• High-Value Networking: Gain direct access to a curated audience of industry leaders, owners, and operators for meaningful, high-level connections.
• White-Glove Production Support: Focus on your message while we handle the rest. Our production team provides full audio-visual support and layout guidance for a flawless delivery.

Note on Registration: As a speaker, you do not need to register for the GT Summit event. Our team has an official guest and speaker list so you will be added in. We’ll send you the formal confirmation and attendee details as we get closer to the event.Note on Travel: To keep our event accessible to all, speakers are responsible for their own travel and lodging. Please note our room block has ended.

While our core attendees are serious attraction leaders and decision-makers, the Summit is open to any industry leader, as the expert topics translate across various business sectors.

Our audience is primarily focused on actively seeking actionable strategies to implement immediately to increase attendance and enhance the guest experience.

Our speaker roster is built on proven expertise!

We are thrilled to announce that Ruby Newell-Legner from 7 Star Service (a former Live with Sondra guest) will be returning by popular demand as our esteemed Keynote Speaker and MC. We have also personally invited every past Live with Sondra guest, and we are expecting several more thought leaders from that network to join the speaker roster. This ensures every session is delivered by a vetted professional with a proven track record of success.

Our speaker applciation form has now closed. Please keep a lookout for our upcoming Fall Virtual Summit!

Our sessions are interactive and diverse, featuring keynote speakers, collaborative panels, and expert lectures —some of which will be virtual. You’ll leave with clear, actionable insights that directly benefit your business.

Yes! The final agenda is posted and will be shared with all speakers. In-person guests receive a hard copy; virtual guests get a link via live chat.

As a speaker you do not need to register at the desk. The on-site event will be held in the Training Room.

Sorry our room block has ended

The virtual ticket is primarily for employees of attractions who cannot travel or for whom travel expenses are not covered by their organization. It allows businesses to invest in their staff’s training and expertise without the cost of business travel.

Yes! Thrive Workplace is wheelchair accessible.

Yes! We provide all in-person attendees with both breakfast and lunch during the Summit. We aim to have a variety of foods and drinks available to ensure there is something for everyone.

Sorry, we do not offer refunds for registration or ticket purchases.

Yes! If you purchased a ticket, you may share the join link (for virtual) or your registration confirmation (for in-person) with a colleague.