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Virginia Destination Management Organizations: An Interview With Local Director, Irene Kilmer

Solimar International

From its breathtaking natural beauty to its extreme historical importance, Virginia tourism is one of the most diverse in the United States. Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. Virginia is an unique US state who has nailed their tourism marketing messaging.

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Smart Moves in Reno, Paradise Coast and More

Smart Meetings

He brings 52 years of experience, beginning in the hospitality industry as a dishwasher and moving through the roles of executive chef, food and beverage manager and finally general manager, and has worked with the Marriott brand for 16 years at various locations.

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Role of Tourism Consultants: Secret to Success

Solimar International

The Secret Behind Thriving Travel Destinations At the heart of every successful tourist destination, the essential role of tourism consultants operates like a well-kept secret. However, the proficiency they bring to international development, tourism, and marketing industries is irrefutable.

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Destinations Skill-up to Support Meetings Industry Advances

Smart Meetings

More than 1,300 representatives from convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) across North America and the world (600 of them first-time attendees) started arriving last week to take classes on everything from budgets and economic development to marketing and leadership as part of their Certified Destination Management Executive (CDME) training.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, Las Vegas and More

Smart Meetings

Julio Flores Julio Flores Flores joins the recently renovated Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Carson as general manager. He comes most recently from his role as general manager at the Residence Inn Anaheim Garden. In her new role, she will solicit and manage group business in the Midwest and Atlantic incentive markets.

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ADMEI and Destinations International Partner for Collaboration and Education

ADMEI

Educating on the differences between destination organizations and Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Educating on how destination organizations and DMCs can work together and the benefits gained for the planner, destination organization, and DMC. Developing webinars for each other’s member groups.

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2024 ADMEI Award Finalists

ADMEI

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FINALISTS Best Décor/Design CTC Destination Management, a DMC Network Company Roses & Ralphie Mosaix Group, a DMC Network Company Succession Woodstock and Bridgerton Come to Town! The CE Group, a DMC Network Company U.S.