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A Destination Management Organization’s Success as Catalyst in the Sugar River Region

Solimar International

What is a DMO, and how is it used to develop a community into a tourist destination? To begin examining the success of Discover Sugar River Region as a Destination Management Organization (DMO), we must first discuss what a DMO is and how it can be used as a community catalyst.

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What is a Destination Management Organization (DMO) and Why Should Destinations Care?

Solimar International

All global destinations compete for visitors and money. They need the support of destination management organizations (DMOs) to help market, manage, succeed. DMO stands for destination management organization, though these are often referred to as destination marketing organizations. But how and why?

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

Solimar International

Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. What is the role of Virginia Destination Management Organizations in working with this national brand? Destination Management as a concept has only been in practice for roughly 50 years now. Read more below.

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Smart Moves in New York, Panama City Beach and More

Smart Meetings

He joined the organization in 2015, and since then, has worked as sports marketing and special events coordinator, and operations manager. He has been with the organization for a total of 10 years, joining as program manager for IAAPA Europe in 2009. Jakob Wahl. Wahl will be president and CEO of IAAPA , effective Jan.

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Smart Moves in California, Dallas and More

Smart Meetings

Kaila Nasci and Morgan Cox Kayla Nasci (left) and Morgan Cox (right) Cox is catering sales manager and Nasci has been promoted to director of catering for Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida. Most recently, Nasci was catering sales manager for two years and has nearly 10 years of experience in sales. and Airbnb.

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SATTE 2024 opens amidst record participation from exhibitors and buyers

Travel Daily Media

of India, through Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC), is hosting 250 international buyers and delegates from across the world, as part of pioneering “ATITHI: An exclusive Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet” to further boost inbound tourism and enhance business opportunities for stakeholders from Indian tourism industry.

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Riley Destination DC has announced a number of recent appointments, including the promotion of Theresa Belpulsi to the role of senior vice president, tourism, sports, visitor services. Johnston will lead Visit Dana Point’s marketing team in promoting the California destination to group, business, and leisure travelers.

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