Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors. Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

We’ve had a great opportunity to slow down and really think about what was working, what wasn’t, and how to bring things back even better than before—and now we get to act on that.”. – Chris Riggins , destination marketing manager, Destination Bryan . Give-back programs at meetings and events are the future.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Breining has a long, accomplished history in marketing and management, previously PRA’s director of sales. GHM) in Singapore has appointed Koh executive vice president of sales and marketing. Manning-Kim was also corporate director of national sales and marketing at Joie de Vivre Hospitality. Lindsay Breining. Indy Dodanwala.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 14, 2021

They need the support of destination management organizations (DMOs) to help market, manage, succeed. This article answers the question: what is a DMO and why the tourism industry should care about them. DMO stands for destination management organization, though these are often referred to as destination marketing organizations.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Bienvenu is market director of sales of sales and marketing for The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour , both in Florida. Bienvenu previously worked at W Fort Lauderdale Hotel & Residences; before this, she was director of sales and marketing at W Hollywood & Residence in Los Angeles. Jakob Wahl.

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Solimar International

MAY 8, 2022

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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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 21, 2023

The post Taiwan to host third ‘World Indigenous Tourism Summit’ in 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. WITS began with the creation in 2012 of the World Indigenous Tourism Alliance (WINTA) by participants from six countries. Together with the Hon.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

That is a big “if” and the reason she is working with Temple University School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management along with professors from Purdue University, Penn State and San Diego State University to survey this growing resource as part of a study called “ Exploring the Motivations and Values of Gig Workers.”

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Whether you are fundraising for a massive organization like the Red Cross, or raising money for a local animal shelter, this post is for you. Establishing event objectives early will help organizers choose the right fundraiser type to fit their mission and secure the necessary participants.

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DCI

MAY 10, 2023

Travel Association celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week , it’s prudent to take a look at how the tourism advocacy efforts of destination organizations are actually creating change for communities. Tourism advocacy for communities should be at the heart of destination marketing. As the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2023

Additionally, most downtown urban core properties are specifically positioned for business and tourism, providing guests with direct access to the culture and attractions of the city. Kate De Master is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Evan Bauerle Bauerle, who serves as sports, tourism, and event sales manager, West region, for Visit Salt Lake’s sports division, Sports Salt Lake, said the certification struck a chord with him not only because Mesa is close to his hometown, but because he is the father of a child with autism.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 9, 2023

Her organization regularly connects groups with local representatives to find ways to add cultural elements to any program. I am a big believer in the power sports can bring to a community—and it is a great investment,” he said. Read More : California: Golden Moments Rupert said the first step is a phone call.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

In “Focusing on Accessibility at the Destination Level,” Brooks and Pingston spoke on how destination marketing organizations (DMOs) can make travel easier for everyone. When Cannon was six, Hoops and his family moved to Indianapolis, where he joined the destination marketing organization. Goals in Action.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Melissa McClure The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) has promoted Melissa McClure to senior global tourism sales manager. In her new role, McClure will drive the development of sales and marketing strategies across European markets. In her new role, McClure’s scope will cover 14 countries.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Rob expressed optimism about the future of business events, highlighting their importance to Tourism Australia’s leisure and business sectors. Australia has consistently excelled in attracting and hosting prestigious international sporting events, a testament to the exceptional skills of our event planners.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2023

Mark Scheller Colorado’s Viceroy Snowmass has named Scheller director of sales and marketing. Scheller comes from Snowmass Tourism, where he worked as group sales director. Before CordeValle, Barrett worked as Master Club fitter for sports equipment company Parsons Xtreme Golf. and Airbnb.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

But local organizations such as the Downtown Seattle Association have partnered with local businesses and community members to return their towns to their former glory through an equitable and inclusive approach with the intent of benefitting everyone.

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Alcor Mice

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, tourism is pivotal in sustaining a nation’s economy; contributing 10.3% Furthermore, the United Nations World Tourism Organization concluded that international tourism has indicated continuous growth, projecting an estimated 1.8 of the global GDP in 2019.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 2, 2023

Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar held a strong presence on the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) conference. Qatar Airways group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are excited to showcase at this year’s Arabian Travel Market.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 23, 2023

Nagle, who has more than 20 years of executive experience in the fields of marketing, tourism, and hospitality, will help lead strategic initiatives related to PHLCVB’s focus on citywide conventions, sporting events, and international tourism. She will also work to enhance collaboration to drive tourism growth.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

7-10, 2024 San Diego, CA Embark on a transformative journey to shape the future of your organization through exceptional business event strategy. 21-23, 2024 Greenville, SC The leading conference produced exclusively for independent planners not associated with third-party organizations. Event Production Show (EPS) Feb.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

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. Belpulsi is a 20-year veteran of Destination DC and when she joined the team in 2002, she quickly began leading tourism sales for the organization.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 11, 2023

This summer, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas will celebrate its 50th birthday, and tourism stakeholders are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring visitors are aware of the year-long calendar of events that have been put in place. The Ministry team, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation I.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In the pre-Covid days, meeting organizers could often estimate attendance based on the previous year’s behavior. Today, to coax attendees out of their homes, event organizers will have to give them a reason to get on a plane. Change is exhausting, and our organizations are suffering from burnout, but we can’t afford the status quo.”

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau (Boulder CVB) promoted Hoffman to CEO of the organization and Wirkler to director of group sales. Hoffman brings 28 years of experience in senior hospitality and business development sales, marketing, finance and operations to her new role. Van Workum is market general manager at The St.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau (Boulder CVB) promoted Hoffman to CEO of the organization and Wirkler to director of group sales. Hoffman brings 28 years of experience in senior hospitality and business development sales, marketing, finance and operations to her new role. Van Workum is market general manager at The St.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 7, 2021

It may be time to add experiential marketing to your budget. Experiential marketing brings your brand to life with unique experiences—in-person or using virtual event technology. Experiential marketing can be part of your overall event marketing strategy or it can be something entirely different. Table of Contents.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Destinations International named Hall COO of the organization, beginning in April. Higgins is now vice president of business development at Visit Oceanside , including its Oceanside Sports Commission division. Williams has been in catering, convention services and sales and marketing for 20 years. Gretchen Hall, CDME.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Destinations International named Hall COO of the organization, beginning in April. Higgins is now vice president of business development at Visit Oceanside , including its Oceanside Sports Commission division. Williams has been in catering, convention services and sales and marketing for 20 years. Gretchen Hall, CDME.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

After some creative scheduling, Barcelo Maya Grand Resort stepped up to host in 2023, Louisville Tourism agreed to host what is expected to be a crowd of 2,500 at Kentucky International Convention Center a year early in 2024. Also working in MPI’s favor was a modern ballroom at Barcelo Maya Grand Resort that sported a 120-foot LED video wall.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Kathy Nelson has been named as the new shared leader of Kansas City Sports Commission and Visit KC, effective Jan. After serving as the president and CEO of the KC Sports Commission and Foundation for the last 10 years, Nelson will now provide strategic oversight to both regional organizations in her newly expanded role.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Visit Omaha has announced changes to its team as the organization prepares to recover from the pandemic. Erin O’Brien has been promoted to become the organization’s director of marketing and content. She has more than 20 years of experience in customer-driven insights, marketing, and brand-building communications.

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Crowdriff

JANUARY 28, 2019

Live video is really helpful for tourism brands looking to connect with their social followers and authentically show off their destination or attraction. Want to use live video to get more people interacting with your tourism brand online? 3 | Visual influence is an important part of modern tourism marketing.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Louisville Tourism has promoted an employee and hired several others across the organization. Most recently, Lynch worked as head of sales and customer success for the e-commerce and marketing platform Mercato. Zoey Wohl, Karen “KJ” Johnson, and Emily Yarbrough.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 10, 2022

Visit Jacksonville has welcomed new members to its sales and marketing team. Laura Gonzalez will serve as national account manager, focusing on the sports tourism market to promote Jacksonville as a destination for youth, amateur, collegiate, and professional sports, as well as sports conventions.

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Crowdriff

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Sporting events, concerts, festivals, and other special events are a major draw and can bring fresh crowds of first-time visitors to your destination. To give you an idea of just how heavily events can influence local tourism, consider the impact that sports have on Indianapolis’s tourism industry.

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