BEWARE: ABA Marketplace Scams

We want to bring to your immediate attention a concerning issue that has arisen in the last few days. There has been an increasing number of scam calls targeting our members and Marketplace registrants regarding hotel reservations.

 

Important Details:

Scam Activity: The most prolific scam call is coming from 800-878-0113 from an individual named "Joseph." This caller is falsely claiming to offer an early bird rate for hotel stays in Philadelphia.

Our Process: ABA will be opening up hotel reservations on August 9, and we are not using any third-party affiliate to call you about those reservations, secure "special" low rates, or other offers. These calls are scams.

 

Action Steps

Do Not Engage: If you receive such a call from 800-878-0113 or other unfamiliar number, we suggest blocking the number to remove further contact from the scammer.

Official Reservations: The only way to secure your hotel reservations is through ABA and the Marketplace website. Information on how to make reservations will be posted on August 9, and we will send out a notice to all current registered attendees with information on how to secure your hotel booking.

 

ABA is committed to ensuring your safety and the security of your information. Please remain vigilant and do not engage with these fraudulent calls. If you have any questions or need further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us directly at (800) 283-2877.

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Stephanie Lee Named Marketplace 2025 Chair

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ABA values the insights and engagement of our members, continuously seeking their feedback to enhance our offerings. The Meetings Advisory Committee (MAC) meticulously reviews past programs and events, implementing strategic improvements to boost the success of ABA’s Marketplace. As such, the MAC is thrilled to announce that Stephanie Lee, President and CEO of Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com, will serve as our Marketplace 2025 Chair.

From Stephanie:

As a second-generation owner and operator with over two decades as a strategic sponsor of Marketplace and as the first woman travel industry member to serve on the Executive Committee, I am thrilled to be able to continue contributing to the Association at large.

I am deeply humbled and wildly enthusiastic about serving as Chairwoman of Marketplace 2025. I look forward to ushering in ABA’s new leadership under Fred Ferguson as its new President and CEO while at the same time leveraging the many years’ contributions of outgoing President and CEO Peter Pantuso. 

Celebrating its 99th year as the most respected voice in the travel industry, ABA continues to grow the association through inclusion, collaboration, and the staunch advocacy of all its members. ABA is an outstanding association of dedicated, passionate professionals I have long admired, learned from, and mentored throughout the past two-plus decades and am lucky enough to call my friends.

Steered by its membership to exceed all expectations, Marketplace 2025 is poised to be the leading travel conference of the year. It will provide the greatest return on investment while continuing to grow and adapt to the current landscape of the travel industry. Mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss Marketplace 2025 in Philadelphia!

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