CONX 2025: Interview with Pedro Camara
In a recent interview during ConX 2025, Pedro Camara, CEO of Travelgate, part of the Travelsoft Group, shared his perspective on the evolution of the event and the current state of the travel industry. With years of experience leading one of the most dynamic tech platforms in the sector, Pedro offered a candid reflection on how ConX has become a true benchmark for the industry.
A Growing Platform for Global Leadership
According to Camara, this year’s edition of ConX has seen its largest attendance yet, with a remarkable turnout of professionals and decision-makers from around the world. He highlighted how the event has evolved into a meeting point for top-tier leaders and innovators across the travel ecosystem, becoming a space where new ideas and partnerships emerge year after year.
“Connected” as a Lifestyle and a Mission
This year’s theme, Connected, resonated strongly with Camara—both professionally and personally. “Connected is not just a topic, it’s a lifestyle,” he said. At a technical level, it reflects the very essence of what Travelgate does—enabling seamless connectivity across travel systems and partners. But beyond technology, it’s also about human relationships and shared goals. “It’s who we are, and it’s what we do.”
New Voices, New Markets
Camara also pointed out the rich variety of topics and speakers featured at ConX 2025. He noted the increasing presence of influential players from India’s travel market, signaling the growing importance of the region in the global landscape. He also underscored the interest from non-travel brands exploring how to enter the sector—a trend that reflects the broader diversification of travel distribution and partnerships.
A Market That Adapts, Not Stops
When asked about his outlook for the industry, Camara acknowledged that the first quarter of the year had been slightly softer than expected. However, he emphasized the resilience of travelers. “Despite crises and conflicts, people are still traveling,” he said. The key difference now lies in how they travel—trips may be shorter, but the desire to explore and connect hasn’t diminished. He also noted that the rising cost of travel hasn’t deterred people—it’s only shifted their habits.
A Community for the Future of Travel
Camara’s reflections highlight not only the strength of ConX as an industry event but also the adaptability and determination of the global travel community. As ConX continues to attract leaders from every corner of the globe, it stands as a vital space to exchange ideas, foster partnerships, and build a more connected future for travel.
As Travelgate continues to lead on the connectivity front, and as ConX continues to grow in influence, the industry seems more unified than ever in its mission: to keep the world moving—together.