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What is a Destination Management Company (DMC)?

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A Destination Management Company (DMC) is an organization that offers professional event and group-travel related services only in destinations where they are located. The sourcing, organization, and management of guest airport arrivals and departures can be a daunting and time-intensive activity for an inexperienced planner.

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ADMEI Announces 2024 Awards Finalists

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ADMEI Announces 2024 Awards Finalists WIMBERLEY, Texas (14 November 2023) The Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI), a leading global membership association for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) has officially announced the 2024 ADMEI Awards finalists.

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Why Your Event Needs More than a Destination Management Company (DMC)

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When searching for an event company to partner with, many meeting planners utilize a traditional Destination Management Company (DMC) in the city of their convention. Conferences that travel to different cities each year must research, procure and build trust with each new destination management company.

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How DMCs and Destination Organizations Find Success Through Collaboration

ADMEI

How DMCs and Destination Organizations Find Success Through Collaboration 17 January 2024 There are fewer things more exciting than a group trip! From corporate conferences to large social gatherings, planning an event in a destination away from home is quite an undertaking. Panelists included a planner, DMC, and DO.

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2024 ADMEI Award Finalists

ADMEI

These judges are familiar with DMCs (association and corporate planners, hoteliers, venues, photographers, production companies, agencies, etc.). Winners will be announced at the ADMEI Annual Conference in Atlanta, GA, USA, during the Awards Dinner & Gala on Saturday, 24 February 2024.

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11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC

ADMEI

To simplify the process, save money, and eliminate stress, consider hiring a Destination Management Company. CVBs assist planners by providing information on local resources and services, site selection, and other pre-conference and post-convention services. Are you an accredited DMC? How long has the DMC been open?

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35 Must Attend Events For Event Planners in 2020

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We encourage every event planner to mark their calendars for the following 35 events and conferences in 2020. In this post, you’ll find a comprehensive list of the most important event industry conferences that every event professional should attend this year. The conference where events professionals can extend their reach.

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