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Smartphones are a dream device for travelers- and can be for travel programs. They create new opportunities for efficiency, more effective trips, Duty of Care and cost-savings. But they present challenges as well, and travelers, travel programs and suppliers are caught up in ongoing debate about how to take advantage of the new app-conomy. As technology and the industry continue a breakneck pace of innovation and evolution, what's changed and what hasn't? What innovations provide real value and what "innovations" are simply window dressing? Why is mobile such a challenge for many and what practical tips can help the corporate industry thrive under this new reality? And what might the future hold? TripLingo CEO Jesse Maddox breaks down the mobile trends affecting the industry. Hear what it's like from the inside of the mobile revolution and get insider tips on how to understand, evaluate and implement mobile strategies. 

Bio 

Jesse Maddox is the CEO & Founder of TripLingo, which helps international travelers deal with language and culture barriers while also helping travel managers support traveler safety and drive cost-savings in innovative areas. TripLingo works directly with enterprises whose employees travel internationally and also with over 25 TMC partners to support their clients. 

 TripLingo has been awarded numerous accolades including being named by Business Insider as one of the "11 Groundbreaking Inventions of 2011" and winning the "Business Travel Innovation of the Year" Award from the Global Business Travel Association.  The Association of Corporate Travel Executives awarded Jesse it's Global "3 Under 33" Award recognizing impactful young leaders in the travel industry.